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18/11/2025

In some aged care homes, a missed note matters more than a missed call bell. Documentation is essential, but not at the cost of dignity, connection, and compassion.

18/11/2025

Two offenders convicted of violent carjackings and home invasions were flown to the Gold Coast on an NDIS-funded “rehabilitation” holiday. Theme parks, sightseeing and all.

Two offenders convicted of violent carjackings and home invasions were flown to the Gold Coast on an NDIS-funded “rehabilitation” holiday.

17/11/2025

Two weeks after the new Aged Care Act took effect, seniors are asking: what rights have actually improved? The answer is almost none, while new co-payments and soaring fees are forcing families into financial hardship.

17/11/2025

Love chatting with your senior clients but struggling to get tasks done? Check out our warm and practical tips for politely ending conversations while keeping the connection strong.

17/11/2025

Across Australia, medically fit seniors are stuck in hospital for months because there is nowhere else for them to go. Families and frontline staff say the system is failing older people who deserve better.

16/11/2025

You wake up with a sniffle you can’t seem to shake. How do you know if it’s hay fever, a cold, or something else? And how do these two different culprits cause such similar symptoms?

16/11/2025

Occupational therapists in aged care are balancing complex needs every day. With the Ahpra CPD deadline approaching on 30 November, OTA offers flexible, OT-designed training that turns required hours into real support on the floor.

15/11/2025

Nearly one in five aged care residents are now restrained. A new report by Aged Care Justice warns that Australia is normalising control instead of protecting rights. Experts say legislation alone isn’t enough to stop the rise of restrictive practices.

15/11/2025

Move beyond spreadsheets. Discover how Protecht’s Aged Care Bundle is automating workflows, reducing errors, and keeping providers compliant with SIRS and aged care regulations.

14/11/2025

With package management fees removed, some home care providers are scrambling to recover revenue by offering sign-up rewards. The real cost, says Sophie Morell, may be paid by older Australians who lose essential support time.

14/11/2025

A disabled grandmother in Germany is tackling inaccessibility in her town with Lego. Her handmade ramps allow wheelchair users to enter shops independently and bring joy with every colourful brick.

13/11/2025

New research shows the NDIS may be easing pressure on Australia’s health system by replacing some Medicare-funded services. What does this mean for cost, sustainability and care access?