How To Safely Wear PPE In Aged Care

Studies show that one in two older aged Australians are malnourished, which can play a detrimental part in their day-to-day lives. To avoid this, seniors are encouraged to eat when they’re hungry and to drink at least 1.5L of water each day. As simple as this may sound, not every aged care resident can make... Read More

  Last night’s Four Corners report revealed residents at Newmarch House were prevented from going to hospital in an attempt to contain the virus within the home. Interviews with families affected by the outbreak follow a timeline of the major decisions made in managing the outbreak, during which 19 residents died. Families reveal they were... Read More

The most vulnerable older Australians – whether in aged care or living at home - are being put at risk of COVID-19 infection and death by community members ignoring quarantine rules. Revelations today that more than a quarter (130) of positive cases in Victoria doorknocked by ADF teams in the past 24 hours appeared to be flouting self-isolation rules were alarming. Read More