Care Sector Unprepared for Bill
UK | The adult social care sector is reportedly unprepared for the Terminally Ill Adults Bill ahead of its second reading in the House…
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Age Pension Indexation “A Mixed Bag”
AUSTRALIA | National Seniors Australia CEO Chris Grice said there were mixed reactions from pensioners following the indexation of the Age Pension. The government…
The Need for Strong Leadership
UK | Strong leadership is important to the aged care sector as it battles ongoing challenges, from workforce instability to financial constraints. The social…
Air Pollution Prompts Industry Action
UK | It’s no secret that air pollution is a major concern for seniors’ health, but by limiting plastic waste, providers can do their…
Texas Campaigns to be Dementia Leader
USA | Texas is on the brink of becoming a national leader in dementia prevention, treatment and innovation following a campaign. The Alzheimer’s Association…
Improvements Needed for Hospital at Home
UK | A report has outlined the future potential of Hospital at Home for seniors and frailty, and what needs to be done to…
BGS Calls for More Senior Inclusion
UK | BGS (British Geriatrics Society) has co-signed research funders’ statement on inclusion of older people in medical and societal research. In 2023, the…
Long Waits for Senior Medical Care
SCOTLAND | New analysis has revealed record numbers of extremely long waits for older patients in 2024, in some cases 16 times worse than…
NHSP Launched in Canada
CANADA | The New Horizons for Seniors Program, or NHSP for short, has officially launched in Canada, creating new opportunities for thousands of senior…
Concerns for specialist Catering
UK | Care England and Apetito have collaborated on new research, finding concerns for specialist catering within care home facilities. New research carried out…
Celebrating 60 Years of Medicare
USA | The National Centre for Assisted Living has celebrated 60 years of Medicare and Medicaid, which has greatly benefited aged care providers. The…
Age UK Norwich Celebrates 80 Years
UK | Age UK Norwich has celebrated its 80th anniversary, commemorating with a series of events and exhibitions to mark the occasion. Turning 80…