Aged Care

When it comes to older Australians living in aged care, loneliness is one of the most pressing issues facing them, yet it is so often overlooked. While there’s no debate

Australia’s aged care sector is under increasing pressure. With an ageing population, growing demand for services and staffing shortages, providers are faced with delivering

One of the big concerns that increases as we age is our risk of falling. As our bodies slow down and become more frail, falls become an inevitable part of aged care,

It comes as no surprise that depression is a common issue among older adults. When you factor in things such as social isolation, loss of independence, chronic health conditions,

As the Australian population ages, the demand for aged care services continues to grow, presenting families with difficult decisions regarding the care of their elderly relatives.

Australia, like many developed nations, is experiencing a demographic shift towards an ageing population. With advancements in healthcare and lifestyle improvements, people

Aged Care in Australia: Challenges and Opportunities in the Wake of COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on global healthcare

Whether you're looking to move into an aged care facility or you're supporting a loved one in the transition – it's a difficult and often confusing decision.

Elder abuse is defined as any action or deliberate inaction by a person in a position of power that causes distress or harm to Australians over the age of sixty. It is a form

A loss of appetite in older Australians, particularly those in residential aged care facilities, is common. Alarmingly, many aged care residents are malnourished, with a prevalence

By Emma Smith, ED/Critical Care Nurse and author of the blog ‘The Other Shift’  The ‘Other Shift’ is about creating a place for

The effects of falls, particularly in the elderly, can be very serious. Each year, approximately 30-40% of people over 65 years of age have a fall. This can result in fractures,

An aged care nurse is primarily concerned with providing care to elderly people.  Aged care nurses typically work in nursing homes, residential facilities, hospitals

Looking to become an aged care nurse? There are a range of education pathways that lead into a variety of roles in aged care nursing. [subscribe]