A provider’s guide to understanding restrictive practices

A provider’s guide to understanding restrictive practices

In both Aged Care and NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) settings, understanding restrictive practices is essential to safeguard the rights, autonomy, and dignity of those receiving care. Restrictive practices refer to interventions that limit a person’s...
Delivering dignified incontinence care

Delivering dignified incontinence care

Incontinence is a common, yet misunderstood condition that affects the dignity, confidence, and comfort of many individuals across a wide range of health conditions and age groups. For support workers, understanding how to assist a client experiencing incontinence is...
The rise of lived experience in healthcare

The rise of lived experience in healthcare

In recent years, the healthcare industry has increasingly recognised the value of lived experience in shaping better, more effective healthcare. The voices of those who have firsthand experience of specific health conditions are becoming central to the development of...
Tackling men’s health challenges

Tackling men’s health challenges

Men’s Health Week, observed from June 9-15, serves as an important reminder for men and boys across the world to take control of their health, and make proactive choices about their wellbeing. While significant progress has been made in improving health outcomes, men...