Design & Equipment

Environmental sustainability is at the forefront of BaptistCare NSW, ACT and WA’s mind as the aged care and community services provider has announced a ten-year deal to purchase renewable energy and reduce its carbon footprint.

With land at a premium – especially in inner-city Melbourne – the future of aged care is rising before us. An Australian-first office building redevelopment has given us a new look at vertical aged care living.

Creating a healthy lifestyle for your residents is of utmost priority for staff at aged care homes. From indoor board games to musical sessions and book clubs, most facilities cater to everyone’s interests. 

Evolving trends in retirement living space are bringing added layers of luxury to the ageing experience and service providers are making sure they’re listening to what residents want to ensure supply meets demand.

Having been a part of the aged care sector for over 20 years, QPS Benchmarking General Manager Adam Holcroft has not only learnt the nitty gritties of the healthcare industry, but has also become a compassionate and dedicated leader. 

For many older people, television serves as a primary form of entertainment, offering a connection to the outside world and an opportunity to remain engaged and informed.

What are some of the most common design mistakes when creating products for older people? And would you say those within the aged care sector are susceptible to making them?

A new set of Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines are here and providers worried about potential mandates can breathe a sigh of relief – but that doesn’t mean you should ignore what’s included in the document.

New research has found that one in three desks are still empty in Australia despite businesses calling for employees to return to the office.

Offices should be designed to promote engagement and success, so it’s essential to have a space that’s comfortable and conducive to achieving those goals.