A nursing home owned and operated by one of Australia’s largest aged care providers, Bupa, has reportedly failed 35 of the 44 quality standards set by the Australian Aged Care Quality Agency. As we reported last month, the Department of Health determined that Bupa Berry posed a “severe risk” to residents, and sanctions were imposed,...
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In Australia there are approximately 2.86 million family caregivers or unpaid carers that provide approximately 1.9 billion hours of care per year. The estimated replacement value of family carers is $60.3 billion annually. It is clear Australia depends on carers and number of unpaid carers is only going to increase as the population continues to...
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For the average person, going to the toilet is a very private affair, a breach of this privacy can feel undignified and may also be accompanied by feelings of embarrassment. Our fundamental need to avoid things that we are uncomfortable with, stems from the values that we hold, and being forced to act in a...
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