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Australia’s aged care sector is facing real challenges, but there’s hope on the horizon. Experts are calling for greater...
07/11/2025

Australia’s aged care sector is facing real challenges, but there’s hope on the horizon. Experts are calling for greater use of technology and innovation to help older Australians stay safe, independent, and connected in their own homes.

As Australia’s aged care crisis deepens – with thousands still waiting for support – experts are calling...

A new Australian-led trial is offering fresh hope for people with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers found that gentle lig...
05/11/2025

A new Australian-led trial is offering fresh hope for people with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers found that gentle light therapy used over several months improved movement, balance and anxiety - helping people regain confidence and energy in daily life. The Sydney-based company behind the breakthrough, SYMBYX Biome, says light therapy could become a safe, accessible tool to support wellbeing alongside medical care.

A breakthrough clinical trial has found that gentle light therapy can improve mobility, balance and anxiety in people...

After losing her mum to younger-onset dementia at just 52, surfer Felicity Palmateer  is using her platform to help chan...
04/11/2025

After losing her mum to younger-onset dementia at just 52, surfer Felicity Palmateer is using her platform to help change the future for families like hers. Joining 72 surfers for the 10-year anniversary of Wipeout Dementia, Felicity helped raise $350,000 for research at UNSW's Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA).

Professional surfer Felicity Palmateer has joined Wipeout Dementia to honour her mother, who died from younger-onset...

As another scorching summer approaches, doctors are warning that climate change is taking a toll not just on our bodies ...
31/10/2025

As another scorching summer approaches, doctors are warning that climate change is taking a toll not just on our bodies but also on our minds. Doctors for the Environment say rising heat, pollution and extreme weather are fuelling anxiety, distress and poor health across all generations - especially for older Australians and
people in regional areas.

Doctors say rising heat, air pollution and extreme weather are fuelling a ā€œsummer of anxietyā€ across Australia....

Hospitals across Victoria will share in a $50 million investment to cut emergency wait times and get paramedics back on ...
29/10/2025

Hospitals across Victoria will share in a $50 million investment to cut emergency wait times and get paramedics back on the road sooner. The funding will help major health services expand capacity, improve patient flow and reduce ambulance ramping as demand for care continues to surge.

The Victorian Government is investing $50 million to ease pressure on emergency departments and reduce ambulance ramping...

Older Australians using Support at Home services could now face fees for cancelling with less than 48 hours’ notice. The...
28/10/2025

Older Australians using Support at Home services could now face fees for cancelling with less than 48 hours’ notice. The rule was designed to protect providers and staff, but many argue it doesn’t reflect the realities of ageing and sudden health changes.
Learn what the 48-hour rule means and how it could impact your care options.

Older Australians receiving Support at Home services may be charged the full cost of care if they cancel with less than...

šŸ’™ Caring for a loved one with dementia isn’t easy - but you don’t have to do it alone. In-home dementia care gives famil...
24/10/2025

šŸ’™ Caring for a loved one with dementia isn’t easy - but you don’t have to do it alone. In-home dementia care gives families peace of mind while keeping loved ones safe, supported, and engaged at home. From assistive technology to personalised care plans, the right support can make all the difference.

Over 400,000 Australians live with dementia. In-home dementia care provides respite, daily living support, and assistive...

Waiting for your Support at Home package? You don’t have to wait to feel supported. There are many ways to get help righ...
22/10/2025

Waiting for your Support at Home package? You don’t have to wait to feel supported. There are many ways to get help right now - from local community programs and friendly neighbours to flexible private care options. Read more about how to get the care you need 🧔

Waiting for your Support at Home package? Discover practical ways to get help now – from community programs to...

Aged care deserves more than glossy promises. Maggie Beer’s foundation has received over $7 million in taxpayer funding ...
21/10/2025

Aged care deserves more than glossy promises. Maggie Beer’s foundation has received over $7 million in taxpayer funding to improve food in aged care. While her passion is undeniable, results remain patchy, with only a small portion of homes benefiting from her programs. So, is Maggie Beer’s influence a recipe for change - or just a symbolic garnish on a system still struggling with malnutrition and poor dining standards?

Maggie Beer has been the public face of aged care food reform, with her foundation receiving millions in funding. Yet...

šŸ’» Nearly one in four Australians are missing out on the digital world - from booking appointments to finding aged care. ...
17/10/2025

šŸ’» Nearly one in four Australians are missing out on the digital world - from booking appointments to finding aged care. UNSW research reveals how digital inequality is growing and what it means for older Australians. Discover where to get help, including free resources and how to order the Aged Care Guide print directory.

Nearly one in four Australians are digitally excluded. Learn how this impacts access to aged care and how to find help...

From 1 November, the new Aged Care Act will give older Australians more power to make their own care and life decisions....
15/10/2025

From 1 November, the new Aged Care Act will give older Australians more power to make their own care and life decisions. The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) has launched a free Supported Decision-Making Toolkit to help older people and families understand their rights, start conversations and plan ahead together.
Learn what’s changing and how to use the toolkit in our story.

From 1 November, older Australians gain stronger rights to make their own care choices. OPAN’s toolkit helps families...

šŸ“ˆ The number of seniors waiting for approved Home Care Packages has surged by 26% in just three months - now topping 121...
14/10/2025

šŸ“ˆ The number of seniors waiting for approved Home Care Packages has surged by 26% in just three months - now topping 121,000 people. While reforms stall, there are still steps families can take to stay supported and prepared.

Home Care Package waitlists have jumped 26% in three months, leaving 121,000 seniors waiting for support. Learn what you...

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Talking Aged Care is dedicated to creating quality content and newsworthy articles about the things that matter most to people with a personal or professional interest in aged care.

We share stories from real people and work with experts in the industry providing a fresh perspective to aged care, presenting a wide range of topics including Government announcements, positive ageing, health and wellbeing, home and community, elder abuse, seniors housing, technology and innovation, dementia, palliative care and much more.

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Our mission is to empower consumers, their family and carers with information that’s easy to understand, relevant and necessary when trying to find appropriate care for themselves or their loved ones.