Talking Aged Care

New research from Flinders University finds that technology helps many older Australians stay connected and independent. It's not reaching everyone equally.

Ageing well in a digital world: technology and older Australians | Aged Care Guide New research from Flinders University explores how technology can help older Australians live safely and independently...

Seniors could soon pay up to $1,600 more a year for private health insurance.

That's about 3 times the increase expected for younger Australians, according to Private Healthcare Australia. For anyone on the Age Pension and already managing rising care costs, it's a significant hit.

Seniors face health insurance bill shock of up to $1,600 a year | Aged Care Guide Older Australians could face health insurance price rises three times higher than others under new government rebate...

The sector is changing fast and community support is under pressure.

Meals on Wheels Australia is bringing its national network together in Adelaide to tackle what comes next.

200+ voices. Real challenges. Practical ideas.

The countdown is on for the Meals on Wheels Australia National Conference | Aged Care Guide Meals on Wheels Australia will bring more than 200 staff, volunteers and sector leaders to Adelaide for its 2026...

Australia's aged care watchdog has lost its top independent voice.

Natalie Siegel Brown has resigned as Inspector-General of Aged Care, the office created after the Royal Commission to independently review whether the system and its regulators are doing their jobs.

Inspector-General of Aged Care Resigns: What It Means for Families | Aged Care Guide Natalie Siegel Brown has resigned as Australia’s Inspector-General of Aged Care. Find out what her departure means...

Meet our newest team member at Care & Co Match, Zuma 🐾

Already clocked in and ready to help people find care…just not convinced the uniform or mandatory photos were in the job description 💕

www.careandcomatch.com.au

Depression in later life isn’t just about mood.
New research shows it may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease.

Depression in later life linked to higher dementia risk, new study finds | Aged Care Guide Depression in older adults may significantly increase the risk of dementia, with new research showing a strong link to...

HammondCare has partnered with Woodbridge Retirement Village to trial a program called Living Well, designed to support residents experiencing memory loss while helping them stay independent for longer.

New trial aims to help people with dementia stay in their homes longer | Aged Care Guide A new dementia support trial is helping retirement village residents stay independent longer, offering practical support...

Home care workers are warning rising fuel costs could mean fewer visits and missed care. For older Australians, that could have real consequences at home.

Rising fuel costs could mean missed home care visits for older Australians | Aged Care Guide Rising fuel prices are putting pressure on home care workers, raising concerns that older Australians could face missed...

Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc will deliver 29 new age-friendly homes and community spaces as part of the new Parkview Retirement Village, with construction set to begin in March.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/southern-cross-care-announces-major-redevelopment-of-northfield-retirement-village

Family carers from multicultural communities often face dementia with little formal support.

A new Australian-led initiative, iSupport-D, aims to change that, delivering multilingual digital tools tailored to language, culture and community.

Backed by national funding, the program will roll out across Australia in 2026.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/a-lifeline-for-forgotten-carers-new-dementia-support-platform-targets-cald-families