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Trauma, families and aged care
When older people enter aged care, their families can find the change traumatic. OPAL Institute director Dr Catherine Barrett and aged care advocate Steve Grady discuss why.
Vicarious trauma and working with older people
Physical or psychological distress from other people’s traumatic experiences is called ‘vicarious trauma’. For care service workers supporting older people, the risk is very real
How technology can support ageing well
From assistive technology such as walking sticks to digital devices and wearables, technology can enhance our safety and wellness in our later years.
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Status of pets in aged care: report
The Companion Animal Network Australia (CANA) provides an up-to-date snapshot of the community’s views on keeping pet...
SALT Directory
The revised SALT (Senior and Aged Care Living Transition) Directory allows small businesses, service providers and ot...
Understanding older care leavers’ perceptions and experiences of aged care services
This new review underscores the importance of including diverse voices and experience to help inform policy and pract...
Aged Care Justice Fact Sheets
ACJ has developed Fact Sheets on Frequently Asked Questions by aged care residents, home care recipients and their fa...
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