The common belief that pain is a natural part of the ageing process is among the problems ..read more

The appointment provides an opportunity to advocate on behalf of nurses in aged care ..read more

Credentialling means better support for residents and staff, says Australia's first credentialled aged care onsite pharmacist ..read more

Participants not only develop professional skills but life skills too ..read more

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Workers for Australia’s largest not-for-profit aged care provider have taken industrial action this week. Organised by the Victorian branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation, Bolton Clarke nurses and personal care workers held a two-hour stop work rally in Melbourne for better pay and conditions. “Nurses, carers and midwives only take industrial action as a last resort when their employer is not listening and we reassure residents and clients and their families that their health, safety and welfare are not at risk,” said ANMF Victorian branch secretary Lisa Fitzpatrick.   ..read more

Unplanned hospital visits are high for Australian aged care recipients, particularly for those receiving home care – who are spending twice as much time in hospital than their residential care counterparts. Researchers at the Registry of Senior Australians investigated hospital and emergency department visits in 203,278 permanent aged care recipients and 118,999 home care package users in 2019. They did so because unplanned hospital visits and emergency department presentations are burdensome for older people receiving long-term care, says lead researcher Dr Stephanie Harrison. Dr Stephanie Ha ..read more

We asked four aged care experts: How can Australian aged care service organisations fast-track their digital capabilities? Leadership key to achieving digital maturity By Daniel Pettman In an environment of workforce pressures, uncertain funding, and significant sector reform, embracing digital technology is critical. AI, automation, analytics, sensor technology and robotics can have impacts in improving the customer experience, the engagement and retention of employees, and improving the financial and operational performance of organisations. But getting to a mature state where benefits ar ..read more

Aged care and retirement living provider Goodwin Aged Care Services has appointed a new board chair ­– Laurann Yen. Having chaired the care and clinical governance committee and the residential general forum for several years, Ms Yen has been an active and engaged member of the organisation’s board. Ms Yen brings to the role many years of research and senior management experience spanning health, law, and psychology. Upon accepting the appointment, Ms Yen said: “I am incredibly honoured to accept the role of chair of Goodwin Aged Care Services. This year of Goodwin’s 70th anniversary has highl ..read more