Mar 31, 2019

The Ageing Nursing Workforce: A Global Challenge

With the rapidly ageing nursing workforce globally, how will we continue to recruit the number of nurses we need to address the shortfall in the sector? Hear from Dan Levitt MSc. CHE, Executive Director, Tabor Home Society (Canada). Australian Healthcare Week #AHW19

HelloCare interviewed an inspiring female leader Kylie Ward, CEO, Australian College of Nursing on the future of #nursing, training and also the shear volume of the unregulated workforce and it’s impact on the sector.

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How to Avoid Paying Too Much For Your Aged Care

The professional standards and pricing structures of retirement communities are back in the news once again for the wrong reasons. It is certainly the case most Australians pay way too much for residential aged care. In fact, some pay hundreds of thousands of dol- lars too much, particularly if they rush into signing a contract... Read More

Falls In The Elderly – Are We Doing Enough?

Falling is a serious matter. As many as one in three elderly Australians fall each year, with one in ten of these suffering multiple falls and up to thirty percent requiring medical attention. The rates are even higher in hospitals and aged care facilities. Falls can affect health, well-being and quality of life. By preventing... Read More

Serious shortage of respite accommodation in aged care homes revealed

Carers Australia calls on the Government to increase subsidies for respite care in residential aged care facilities so that family and friend carers can take a break from caring when required. Other types of respite also need to be made more readily available, including cottage style accommodation for overnight and weekend breaks. “We have conducted... Read More
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