May 25, 2019

The Importance of Influenza Vaccination – Aged Care

The Importance of Vaccination

When it comes to older Australians, contracting the flu can have deadly consequences, and being vaccinated before the winter months can make all the difference to the wellbeing of an elderly loved one. Hear from expert in the field Professor Robert Booy.

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Back Pain In The Elderly – Are We Supporting Them Enough?

We spend more than a third of our lives asleep, but when it comes to the elderly in residential care that time can be significantly higher. Pain, illness and poor mobility can sometimes mean that much of their day is spent in bed, so comfort is absolutely crucial. Like me, you probably know that there’s... Read More

Home Care Communities explained and Why They are The Future of Aged Care

The thought of living in a nursing home often fills people with dread, conjuring up images of being ‘locked away,’ with no freedom or privacy, and having to adhere to a strict daily routine that leaves no opportunity for independence or autonomy. Unfortunately, this is often not far from the reality of traditional aged care,... Read More

Competitive Aged Care Market Calls for Greater Innovation and Design

“How do providers continue to be competitive in this market whilst not losing sight of their basic service and purpose of supporting seniors living in their facilities?” The aged care industry is set to boom over the next decade with the ‘shockwave’ of baby boomers moving past age 65 years. The ABS projections are anticipating... Read More
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