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• Dementia
A hidden dementia risk could affect one gender more
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare estimates that approximately 411,100 people live with dementia in Australia, including nearly 257,500 women and 153,700 men.

• Education & Training
• · Research
Who’s watching the meds? How care homes keep residents safe
When you visit or move a loved one into an aged care home, one of the most important questions you can ask is: How are medications managed here?

• Positive Ageing
Making the most of a day out: tips for home care outings
Taking a loved one on an outing can be a wonderful way to lift their spirits. However, for aged care workers and families, a little preparation goes a long way. Here’s how to plan ahead for safety,...

• Health and Wellbeing
Compassionate Parkinson’s home care: building strength, stability and support
SPONSORED — Parkinson’s disease always seems like a challenge to live with initially. It can be a struggle for the diagnosed and their loved ones, as if going uphill at first. Those early symptoms...

• Workforce
‘It’s just too far’ — challenges accessing aged care in Rural Australia
If you live in a rural or remote town in Australia, you’ll know that aged care isn’t always easy to come by. Whether it’s waiting for a Home Care Package, trying to get regular nursing support...

• Technology
Choosing aged care? Why digital tools could mean better care
Don’t forget to look behind the scenes when making your aged care decision; the right digital tools could make all the difference.

• Caring & Carers
Giving back at any age: why volunteering is a win-win for older Aussies
Whether you’re recently retired or just looking to connect with your community in a new way, volunteering can offer a renewed sense of purpose, boost your well-being and create lasting friendships....

• Government
New faces, familiar challenges: what the cabinet shake-up means for you
As the dust settles on Labor’s landslide election victory, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a refreshed frontbench — and, with it, a new line-up tasked with steering the aged care...

• Research
Vaccines with unexpected health benefits
SPONSORED — Most people know that vaccines protect us from certain diseases. For example, the flu shot helps prevent influenza and the shingles vaccine protects against shingles. However, did you...

• Advice
• · Health and Wellbeing
How to ensure safety, stability and support in epilepsy care
In this article, we will discuss some safety measures and support approaches that can be followed to help epileptic patients live conveniently at home. We will also discuss how you can create a...

• Providers
Understanding specialised aged care services
When it comes to aged care, one size doesn’t fit all. Every person brings their own story, culture, experiences and needs; the best aged care services are those that recognise and honour that.

• Research
• · Technology
Friendly and futuristic: how robots are changing life in aged care
If you’re amazed by AI, you’ll be in awe of the new aged care pet making waves throughout the sector.

• Government
What Labor’s win means for aged care
The Albanese Government’s decisive re-election in 2025 has set the stage for one of the most significant overhauls of Australia’s aged care system in decades.

• Finance
Rising home care costs: how to stay in control amid big changes
It’s important to remember that the ‘no worse off’ principle will apply to everyone whom, as of September 12, 2024, received a Home Care Package, was on the National Priority System...

• Government
Will the Coalition’s aged care waitlist pledge hold up?
As the election approaches, older Australians need more than just promises; they need a care system that works when they need it.