Talking Aged Care

27/02/2026

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

25/02/2026

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

24/02/2026

Age Pension payments will increase from 20 March, offering modest relief for 2.5 million older Australians. At the same time, deeming rates will rise gradually.

Advocates say the lift will help, but warn the system must reflect the real financial and digital realities facing older people.

Here’s what the changes mean for you and your family.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/age-pension-increase-offers-relief-as-deeming-rates-rise-gradually

19/02/2026

What happens when community, compassion and practical support come together?

Connect the 40% has partnered with BestMED to help ensure older Australians feel seen, supported and connected — not forgotten.

Real impact. Real people. Real change.

Watch the video to see the initiative in action.

https://youtu.be/QDW5GBF3kPo

Loneliness in aged care is one of the quiet challenges shaping daily life for older Australians.Connect the 40%, BestMed and Hope Aged Care come together to ...

18/02/2026

He says he “just kept going.”

At 102, Brian Barry reflects on war, refereeing, love, caregiving and what it really means to live well. His story offers powerful insight into brain health, connection and purpose across a lifetime.

A perspective worth sharing.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/lessons-in-living-well-at-102-what-brian-barry-teaches-us-about-brain-health

17/02/2026

Emergency demand in Victoria hit record highs last quarter — but median ED wait times held steady at 15 minutes.

Ambulance transfer times improved, planned surgery performance strengthened, and virtual care services expanded.

Here’s what the latest data shows.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/faster-care-despite-record-demand-victorian-data-shows

17/02/2026

More older Australians want to remain at home — and the system is shifting to support that choice.

From Support at Home reforms to clearer funding and improved clinical care in the community, home-based support is becoming a practical, sustainable option for families.

Here’s what to consider before starting.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/reviving-independence-why-home-based-support-is-on-the-rise

13/02/2026

Private carer or home care agency? Both options can support older Australians to live well at home. Understanding the trade-offs can make the decision clearer for families navigating care choices.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/private-carer-vs-agency-which-home-care-option-is-right-for-you

11/02/2026

Support at Home is here, but many older Australians and families are still searching for clear answers. With services changing and costs under pressure, accountability matters more than ever.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/support-at-home-is-here-what-happens-if-it-fails

10/02/2026

When bushfires swept through regional Victoria, one aged care nurse swapped his scrubs for a high-vis vest. Between shifts, he volunteered to deliver food and essential supplies, reminding communities they weren’t alone.

https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/nurse-swaps-scrubs-for-high-vis-to-support-fire-affected-communities

05/02/2026

Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic athletes’ village could have a surprising second life - as a high-tech aged care community where robots help deliver care. Investor Mark Carnegie says it’s time to “build for aged care first” and create a lasting legacy beyond the Games. 🤖🏅
Read more ➡️ https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/robots-redevelopment-and-the-unexpected-olympic-legacy-twist

04/02/2026

Community nurses play a vital role in helping older Australians live safely and independently at home.
On Primary Health Care Nurses Day, we’re recognising nurses like Dennis Mendoza, who deliver personalised, holistic care every day, right where it matters most: in the community. 💙
Read more ➡️ https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/community-nursing-a-unique-kind-of-support-for-older-australians