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...
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,...
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....
A recent review, led by Flinders University, highlights an urgent need for a formal, coordinated framework to address the grief and loss experienced by families of residents in aged care facilities. The study underscores that grief often begins as soon as a loved one...
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,...
As Australia commemorates Aged Care Employee Day, we reflect on the invaluable contributions of aged care workers, and the vital role they play in enriching the lives of older Australians. With more than 370,000 dedicated professionals working across residential,...
