Video: The importance of nutrition for seniors

Medication errors are a common problem in aged care. Despite all the best intentions, errors all too often slip through the system. A survey of 700 aged care nurses by the NSW Nurses and Midwifery Union found that 83 per cent of nurses had witnessed medication errors. Nurses reported medication being given to the wrong... Read More

  The federal government has abandoned its plan to put Aged Care Assessment Teams to tender, after it was slammed by the royal commissioners, state governments and even its own MP. A Council of Australian Governments health council communique stated, “The Commonwealth has confirmed that it is not proceeding with the current tender process.” The... Read More

Every year millions of people make New Year’s Resolutions for themselves, with personal goals and things they wish to achieve. But this year we thought we’d try something a little different and write up a list of things we’d like to see happen for the Aged Care Industry. Happier workers, happier residents Open minds –... Read More