Supporting the Support Workers

Supporting the Support Workers

Support workers play a vital role in our communities, providing essential care and companionship to older Australians, those living with disabilities and those needing daily assistance. Their work is profoundly rewarding but also incredibly demanding, both physically...
The benefits of Complex Care Training for Support Workers

The benefits of Complex Care Training for Support Workers

Providing quality in-home care requires a team that is not only compassionate but also highly skilled. In today’s Aged Care and Disability Support sectors, the demand for trained professionals who can confidently provide complex care is growing rapidly. With more...
Systematic neglect fuels Tourette’s crisis in Australia

Systematic neglect fuels Tourette’s crisis in Australia

Note: This article discusses suicide and self-harm. Please consider your wellbeing and seek help if needed. An Australian-first survey has uncovered a mental health crisis among children and adults living with tic-related disorders, including Tourette’s syndrome,...
Confronting gender bias in clinical care settings

Confronting gender bias in clinical care settings

Women’s Health Week brings renewed focus to the ongoing challenges women face in accessing equitable healthcare. One critical area of importance, especially for those working in healthcare, is understanding how unconscious gender bias can influence clinical care....
Tackling complex wounds as a care worker

Tackling complex wounds as a care worker

Behind the walls aged care facilities, hospitals, and homes across Australia, an invisible health crisis is unfolding—wounds that refuse to heal. When left untreated, these wounds can lead to severe medical complications. Yet, with timely, specialised intervention,...