Dementia Australia’s position as a leader in using cutting edge technology in dementia education was recognised recently at the 2022 Future of Ageing Awards with two innovative projects recognised with major accolades. Talk with Ted, an artificial-intelligence avatar designed to educate care workers to better communicate and support...
Inspired by their parents’ health, these entrepreneurs created Australia’s first pro-aging shake that’s empowering the fast growing over 55’s market reclaim their health and energy “I don’t think that’s meant for someone my age”, were the words that started it all for Bold co-founder Amber Brousek,...
87% Australians agree that at least some end-of-life planning is important however many often experience barriers to taking action New research has revealed the attitudes, behaviours and experiences of Australians around death, dying and end-of-life planning. The study, commissioned by leading not-for-profit The Groundswell Project Australia, reveals that...
Written by Dee Kapene, Coastal Residential Service CEO and member of National Disability Services’ Tasmania committee There has been plenty of commentary about the parlous state of Australia’s aged care system in recent times, especially when it comes to a lack of funding, but people may...
The Australian aged care sector is experiencing a once in a generation reform in response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Safety and Quality....