Design & Equipment

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.

Aged care is more than policies and processes and an important element that will positively impact the health and wellbeing of residents and staff is a well designed environment and effective equipment.

What does the future of aged care look like? Does it include a pinwheel-shaped building with floor-to-ceiling windows, accessible community spaces with playgrounds and a cafe dishing up must-have coffee for busy workers? For architecture and interior design firm Calderflower, it’s all of that and more. 

There are countless ways to improve how consumers see your business so you have a crucial point of difference – even if the services you offer are the same.

Although it’s necessary to collect a vast amount of information prior to accepting any resident, it also pays to support consumers with a smooth application journey.