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GPACI at six months: Progress marred by complexity
The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive has seen over 82,000 registrations in just 6 months, but GPs are frustrated with admin burdens. Can it deliver better care for aged care residents?
Compliance Theatre: A Director of Nursing reveals why she feels set up to fail
I’m terrified my staff are going numb,” says Sarah, a Director of Nursing, on aged care’s compliance theatre. According to Sarah, unrealistic goals and endless forms are hurting both residents and staff.
The Care squeeze: A system under pressure and a leadership wake-up call
Australia’s ‘sandwich generation’ — 1.5 million carers balancing work, children and ageing parents — is under the spotlight thanks to the ABC’s The Care Squeeze series. This hidden workforce crisis is reshaping aged care and health leadership priorities. Learn why supporting carers better is vital for workforce participation, gender equality and the future of care.
Scent and sense: How smell therapy is offering new hope for people living with dementia
In the quest to enhance the quality of life for individuals living with dementia, researchers are exploring innovative, non-pharmacological interventions. One such promising avenue is smell therapy, also known as olfactory training.
When no system fits: Why younger people with dementia are still ending up in aged care
Younger people with dementia face limited care options. Aged care leaders must navigate policy gaps, NDIS shortfalls and rising demand for tailored support.
“No bed, no exit”: SA’s aged care bottleneck forces hospitals to get creative
South Australia is facing record delays in aged care placement, forcing hospitals to repurpose hotel rooms and rehab beds to cope with rising patient backlogs.
Collaboration and connection inspires conversations about the future of occupational therapy
Occupational Therapy Australia’s National Conference returns in less than two weeks, offering industry professionals across the entire care continuum the perfect opportunity to learn from thought leaders, explore cutting-edge practice, and connect with peers from across the country.
Resident-to-resident aggression is common in nursing homes. Here’s how we can improve residents’ safety
This article was first published on The Conversation. Written by Professor Joseph Ibrahim, Aged Care Medical Research Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care, La Trobe University; and Amelia Grossi, Casual Academic, Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care, La Trobe University. The Coroners Court of Victoria is undertaking an inquest into the deaths of eight aged […]
Experts support rapid at-home testing to combat the winter virus season
An early flu season is on Australia’s doorstep, with more than 75,000 lab-confirmed infections representing a significant 50% increase in flu cases since this time last year.
When care becomes personal: A dementia diagnosis, love and loss
Caring for others is the heartbeat of a care professional’s work: day in and day out, expertise, compassion, and resilience is poured into supporting those in need. Yet, when the responsibility of caregiving extends to a loved one, even professionals face a profound and unexpected challenge.
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