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Health and wellbeing for personal care workers

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Supporting the daily needs of those who need it most is what aged care workers and personal care workers do each day. This is a crucial role that provides necessary support and compassion, and also brightens up a person’s day. When you spend your days caring for others, you might find yourself neglecting your own […]

Improving employee morale in aged care

Thursday, July 29, 2021

When facing life’s challenges, it can be difficult to remain optimistic all the time. The last 18 months have been notably difficult for many people, and keeping up motivation and engagement in the workplace can become effortful or seem impossible. The pandemic has resulted in many changes to life and a general sense of uncertainty […]

Upgrading aged care qualifications for your staff

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

For your aged care facility to reach its full potential, your team needs to be supported to do the same. After all, they say that any organisation can only be as good the people within it. A high-quality aged care facility needs well-trained employees who are committed to compassionate care and supporting the health and […]

Overcoming the challenge of loneliness in aged care

Monday, June 28, 2021

As well as being mentally distressing, research has shown that loneliness can have a serious impact on physical health too. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic and its associated restrictions on visitation and getting out and about in the community, many elderly people have felt the impact of being solitary more than ever. While […]

Fostering strong relationships in aged care

Thursday, June 3, 2021

A residential care facility is a workplace for aged care workers and a home for the elderly. It should feel like a community, build on meaningful connections and a high standard of care. To build a strong and happy community, a focus on strong relationships is essential. The relationship between aged care workers and their […]

How your aged care facility can utilise social media

Monday, May 17, 2021

Social media is a powerful tool that can help you engage with your community, market your services and create more awareness around your brand. These are all essential for the success of any business, including aged care. A little effort goes a long way on social media, so learn how to get started with posting […]

Preparing for an aged care job interview

Sunday, March 14, 2021

Taking the time to prepare for your aged care job interview will help you make your aged care career dreams a reality. Completing a course is exciting. You studied hard and reached your training goals, and next up it’s time to put all your new knowledge and skills to work. When it comes time to […]

The future for carers of the elderly

Monday, November 9, 2020

The need for skilled aged care workers continues to be in high demand, and as we plan for the future for aged care, it’s essential that there are highly trained carers to meet this demand. A future filled with kindness, respect and compassion for all is the goal that we and many others share, with […]

What can you earn as an aged care worker?

Monday, August 10, 2020

If you’re considering a career as an aged care worker, you could be on the path to a very rewarding future. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the number of Australians aged 85 years and older is projected to double by 2042. This means the need for aged care workers is growing, and the […]

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Health and wellbeing for personal care workers

Improving employee morale in aged care

Upgrading aged care qualifications for your staff

Overcoming the challenge of loneliness in aged care

Fostering strong relationships in aged care

How your aged care facility can utilise social media

Preparing for an aged care job interview

The future for carers of the elderly

What can you earn as an aged care worker?

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