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Aged care royal commission interim findings prompt $500 million in additional funds

Monday, November 25, 2019

The Federal Government will spend more than half a billion dollars on the aged care sector, after the damning interim report of the aged care royal commission labelled it a "shocking tale of neglect".

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Outback aged care demands see young women gain skills and jobs by looking after elders on country.
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
It is widely acknowledged that keeping Aboriginal people 'on country' in their later years has far-reaching community benefits, but poor aged care resources in regional and remote areas often make that impossible.
HOUSING DECISIONS OF OLDER AUSTRALIANS
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Housing is an integral part of the wellbeing of older Australians. It provides independence and security in retirement.

Most older Australians prefer to age in place.
How gaming technology is helping to design more accessible homes.
Monday, September 23, 2019
A group of Perth university students and real estate agents have teamed up to design an accessible home using construction software inspired by the gaming industry, with the goal of raising awareness of the importance of creating universal affordable accommodation
Could intergenerational care be the answer to our aged care crisis?
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
How can intergenerational care help older adults deal with loneliness, depression and even physical health issues?
Unprecedented support for Australia’s carers
Thursday, August 22, 2019
The Morrison Government is introducing the single biggest reform in more than a decade to better support Australia’s 2.7 million carers.
Free Online Dementia Courses
Sunday, August 18, 2019
Dementia Training Australia is funded by the Federal Government to provide dementia education and training across Australia.
Spanish-speaking nursing home inspires new flamenco show
Friday, August 16, 2019
Life at Australia's only Spanish-speaking nursing home inspires new flamenco show
'It makes my life bigger': The win-win of Ricky and Josh's homesharing arrangement
Sunday, August 11, 2019
Ricky Buchanan spends her days and nights in a hospital bed in either her bedroom or living area.
Aged Care Employee Day August 7th 2019
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Celebrating and honouring those who care - Aged Care Employee Day August 7th 2019
Maggie Beer's fight for better food in aged care homes
Saturday, August 3, 2019
Celebrity chef Maggie Beer is using her passion for food and 40 years of experience to fight for better quality meals across Australia's aged care homes.