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Wellness Over Waitlists: Why Reablement is the Future of Aged Care in Australia
As Australia enters a new era of aged care reform, the message from sector leaders is clear: prevention is better than cure, and the system must shift from reactive care to proactive wellbeing. With...
Learn about the upcoming changes to Statement of Rights and Code of Conduct under the New Aged Care Act
This informative video highlights the Statement of Rights and Code of Conduct, which place older Australians at the heart of aged care services. It is the second video in a series introducing key...
Thrown in the deep end’: Why new aged care employees need mentorship’
New aged care employees often struggle due to limited training and mentorship, leaving them unprepared for the job. As the new Aged Care Act takes effect on July 1, experts emphasize the need for...
Half a million workers in line for pay rise after Fair Work decision to address gender imbalance
Hundreds of thousands of workers in female-dominated industries like childcare, healthcare, and social work will receive pay rises of up to 35% after a landmark Fair Work Commission ruling to...
How to Attract and Retain Top Talent in Aged Care – How Crewe Sharp Identifies and Engages the Best in the Industry
The aged care sector in Australia is experiencing unprecedented demand, with an ageing population driving the need for skilled professionals. However, recruiting and retaining top nursing and aged...
How Visual Prompts Help Deepen Connections with People Living with Dementia
New research from VistaPrint for Dementia Australia highlights the power of visual prompts in strengthening bonds with people living with dementia. 76 per cent of respondents reported a positive...
The Role of Wearable Devices in Monitoring Resident Health
At Crewe Sharp, we recognise the value of technology in aged care and the importance of skilled professionals who can utilise these advancements effectively. The sector must embrace and invest...
ANMF Welcomes Budget Boost for Health & Aged Care
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has applauded the latest Budget, which delivers major investments in health, aged care, and cost-of-living relief. Key measures include $8.5...
How to Balance Shift Work with a Healthy Lifestyle in Healthcare
Working in healthcare often means managing shift work, whether it’s early mornings, late nights, or overnight shifts. While essential for providing continuous care, irregular hours can take a toll...
Aged Care Wait Times Improve, but Challenges Remain
The latest Productivity Commission Report on Government Services 2025 highlights some progress in aged care wait times, with the median wait for residential aged care dropping to 136 days in...
Workforce Challenges in Australian Aged Care and the Role of Nursing Agencies
The aged care sector in Australia faces ongoing workforce challenges that impact service delivery and quality of care. With an ageing population and increasing demand for aged care services...
Older Australians Feeling Supported, Finds Report
A recent evaluation of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP) has found that older Australians are feeling more supported in navigating aged care services. The report, released by the...