Australia’s broken aged care home support system is ensuring that loved ones live and die without dignity
Dying Australians approved for government-funded aged care are facing significant delays and inadequate support, according to carers and assessors who describe the system as failing those in urgent need.
Psychologist Caring for a 90-Year-Old Mother / I Didn't Want What Happened to My Father in the Facility to Happen to My Mother, but I Understand Those Who Can't Manage at Home
This article features psychologist Mária Kopčíková discussing the challenges of caring for elderly parents at home and the lack of support provided to caregivers.
At the algorithm’s mercy: Jean may have to leave her SA home as ‘outrageous’ tool cuts aged care support
An elderly woman in South Australia faces the possibility of moving to aged care due to reduced home support resulting from an algorithm-based assessment tool.
The proposal to limit home care support for immigrants contained completely incorrect figures – According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, the reason was haste
A draft law to limit home care support for immigrants released today included erroneous figures, prompting corrections from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.
Algorithm-based tool for home support funding is ‘cruel’ and ‘inhumane’, Australian aged care workers warn
Australian aged care workers criticize an algorithm-based tool for assessing home support funding, calling it 'cruel' and detrimental to elderly care.
The government has reached an agreement on limiting home care support for immigrants
The Finnish government has agreed to limit home care support for immigrant parents who have lived in Finland for less than three years after turning 16.
Fisher River Cree Nation elders showered with love by Canadians for Valentine’s Day
Elders at the Ochekwi Sipi Cree Nation Personal Care Home received over 2,000 Valentine’s Day cards from Canadians, brightening their winter days.
Foreign workers are 'essential' and support care and construction fields, even in rural areas
This article highlights the critical role of foreign workers in Japan's care and construction sectors, particularly focusing on a Vietnamese caregiver contributing significantly at a nursing home in Shimonoseki.
Stay at home with grandpa, the state pays for it. Radical changes in care consider alimony for parents
The Czech government is considering new support measures for caregivers as the number of dependent seniors is expected to rise significantly over the next decade, including potential caregiver leaves and alimony for parents.
Andreas in Umeå has been homeless for nearly two years
Andreas became homeless nearly two years ago when his grandmother, with whom he was living, was moved to a care home, and he now hopes to receive help as Umeå municipality begins using the Housing First method to combat homelessness.
Sejong City Implements 'Customized Integrated Care'... Medical, Nursing, and Care Services at Home
Sejong City has formed an integrated support council to establish a local customized care system, enabling citizens to receive medical, nursing, and care services in their homes, which will be fully implemented nationwide next month.
Care at home. How to improve access to caregiving services for seniors and people with disabilities?
The article discusses the challenges of caregiving for seniors and disabled individuals and explores the development of telecare networks and day support centers from the perspective of professionals in the field.
Major boost to 'lifeline' support as top minister makes adult social care vow
Health minister Stephen Kinnock pledged increased funding for at-home support while a major review of the adult social care system is underway.