National Carers Week, held annually in October, is a time to celebrate the dedication, compassion, and resilience of carers across Australia. These everyday heroes provide essential support to those living with disability, chronic illness, mental health conditions,...

Every year on 1 October, we observe International Day of Older Persons, a time to recognise and celebrate the contributions of the elderly. For those who work in healthcare, it also highlights the responsibility we share in ensuring older Australians receive the...

The integrity of Australia’s aged care and disability training sector has been shaken by a major fraud scandal, with more than 3,500 qualifications recently revoked. The move follows a regulatory investigation by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) that...

Support Work: A Pathway to Meaningful Care and Professional Growth At Skills Centre Australia, we believe that high-quality care starts with well-trained, compassionate, and confident support workers. As the demand for Aged Care and Disability services continues to...

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...

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...