by EDITORcare | Dec 19, 2024 | Aged Care, News
The latest government report highlights key aged care trends, including fewer providers and rising spending. In 2023-24, 1.5 million people accessed aged care services. Residential care providers dropped to 736, continuing a five-year decline, while home care...
by EDITORcare | Dec 10, 2024 | Aged Care, News
The Australian aged care industry is undergoing significant transformation as we approach 2025. Driven by regulatory reforms, emerging technologies, and the evolving needs of older Australians, the sector is adapting to provide more personalised, efficient, and...
by EDITORcare | Nov 26, 2024 | Aged Care, News
The 2024 State of the Sector report by the Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) was released recently and the inaugural report paints a comprehensive picture of Australia’s aged care landscape. It highlights critical challenges while recognising...
by EDITORcare | Nov 21, 2024 | Aged Care, News
A decision by the Federal Government to scrap proposed caps on cleaning and gardening support services for older people is not important if they can’t access a package because of long wait lists, say advocates. “While we welcome changes to lift limits on...
by EDITORcare | Nov 13, 2024 | Aged Care, News
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has launched its updated Regulatory Strategy for 2024-2025, a vital document guiding all regulatory actions to safeguard older Australians. Today’s blog highlights the article in the Spring edition of the Aged Care Today...
by EDITORcare | Nov 10, 2024 | Aged Care, News
Ageism remains a widespread issue in Australia, affecting how older adults are perceived and treated in society. It shows up in many forms, from subtle dismissiveness in casual interactions to outright discrimination in the workplace. In today’s blog, we highlight the...
