Radius Care Get Green Light
Radius Care has received the go-ahead to start development on its new Hokitika Care Home and Village in the Westland region. Radius Residential Care…
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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…
National Seniors Australia Welcomes Home Care Packages
AUSTRALIA | Chris Grice from National Seniors Australia welcomed the Government’s announcement on home care packages this week. National Seniors Australia (NSA) has welcomed…
Industry Approval for Home Care Announcement
AUSTRALIA | The Government’s plan to introduce 20,000 home care packages by November has been welcomed by key industry advocates. The Older Persons Advocacy…
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…
Alzheimer’s International Conference Results in Funding Pledge
CANADA | The Alzheimer’s International Conference in Toronto has resulted in additional funding to improve dementia research within Canada. The world’s dementia research community…
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…
Funding for Parkinson’s & Venom-Based Illnesses
AUSTRALIA | Funding has been allocated for Parkinson’s and venom-based injuries, comprising 24 new areas of focus for the Government. The search for venom-based…
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…