Newsletter: 3 April 2024
Aged care needs more than bigger wages to increase worker value
The value of Australia’s aged care workforce needs to rely on more than just increased wages, with experts calling for an end to the chronic undervaluing of women in a female-dominated workforce.
Consumers and industry have opposing views on user-friendliness, report finds
As older consumers look for user-friendly products to help them with daily tasks and activities, new research revealed the majority of people aged 65 and older believe their needs are being overlooked when it comes to product design and usability.
How collaboration can transform dementia care in your organisation
This insight has led Dementia Australia to develop leadership programs, which are specifically designed for people working within care settings. Covering a wide range of practical and theoretical topics, the courses help participants to implement change, improve team performance, communicate empathetically, develop self-leadership skills and more.
Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Aged Care
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Australian aged care sector, businesses, caregivers, and older people alike face a myriad of challenges that extend beyond the mere provision of care.
Input requested to help improve aged care for First Nations people
Andrea Kelly, Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, is seeking public feedback to help improve aged care services for First Nations people across Australia.
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