by EDITORcare | May 29, 2025 | Aged Care, News, Nursing
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 the introduction of the new Aged Care Act and the Support at Home...
by EDITORcare | May 19, 2025 | Aged Care, News, Nursing
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 structured support to help carers meet evolving industry standards. With...
by EDITORcare | May 8, 2025 | Aged Care, News, Nursing
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 address gender pay gaps. Read more here.
by EDITORcare | Mar 24, 2025 | Aged Care, Member News, News, Nursing
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 on our physical and mental well-being. Many healthcare workers struggle...
by EDITORcare | Mar 18, 2025 | Aged Care, News, Nursing
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 2023-24, down from 152 days in 2018-19. Similarly, wait times for home care...
by EDITORcare | Mar 10, 2025 | Aged Care, Healthcare, News, Nursing
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 (including increased obligations around care minutes), providers must address...