‘Do you like the food?’: NSW aged care home food rating revealed
A western Sydney aged care home has been named the worst in NSW – and the nation – for its food. See who is serving up culinary delights and who falls short.
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‘Chilling inversion’: Nitschke savaged over new ‘bomb implant’
Philip Nitschke’s new, controversial ideas for those who wish to end their lives, including a ticking-time bomb device have been attacked as an assault upon medicine’s ‘duty of care’.
Australia’s VAD laws explained: How they differ by state
AFL legend Robert Walls is one of many Aussies who have made use of the country’s voluntary assisted dying legislation. Take a look at how the laws differ by state.
Having this drink three times a day may help you age better
A study that tracked 50,000 women over 32 years has found that having a small cup of this three times a day was linked to healthier ageing.
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‘Never feel safe’: Vic aged care homes shock results
Shocking findings have emerged after aged care residents were asked how safe they feel in their facility, and many did not have glowing reviews. Search the interactive table for ratings.
Named and shamed: Latest aged care fails revealed
An aged care resident with a known choking risk kept eating toast at a home that failed in all but one national standards. SEE THE LIST
How to navigate aged care system and costs
From cost to what to look for, aged care insiders have revealed how to navigate the system and find the best home.
‘I’ve lost my home’: New aged crisis as waitlists explode
John Martin OAM is 90 and has nowhere to go after his aged care home shuts. He’s one of thousands who are in limbo as waitlists of elderly people needing care explode. See the video.
My Nonna deserved to die with dignity in aged care
When memories of my Nonna come flooding back, I am still astonished by her courage. She truly did deserve so much better.
Full list of aged care fails: Hundreds of breaches revealed
More than 200 aged care services have been found non-compliant with key standards in just six months. Search the list.
‘Unacceptable’: Covid runs rampant in Aussie aged care facilities
The Covid death rate of our elderly in residential care is double that of the pandemic peak. Experts are blaming poor vaccination rates. Use our interactive tool to search vaccination rates of aged care facilities near you.
What the hell is happening in our aged care homes?
Aged care staff are being asked to study a guide on neglect. Signs to look out for include residents with untended wounds, weight loss and fear. What, they need a guide to tell them that, asks Julie Cross?
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