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COVID-19 Deaths Surge in Australian Aged Care: Time for Enhanced Protection

The impact of COVID-19 on our elderly has reached concerning levels. Recent data reveals a stark reality: COVID-related deaths in Australian residential aged care have more than doubled compared to peak pandemic periods.
The numbers tell a sobering story:
2,415 COVID-related deaths from February 2020 to May 2022 (15 months)
4,778 COVID-related deaths from May 2022 to January 2024 (less than 8 months)

Healthcare experts point to vaccination fatigue as a critical factor. Currently:
Over 100 aged care facilities report less than 10% resident vaccination rates
More than 200 facilities show only 20-30% of residents vaccinated within the past 6-12 months

Our elderly care residents, many with complex medical needs, need comprehensive protection. LoopSafe stands as a vital additional layer of defense in protecting our most vulnerable. By implementing LoopSafe's entry management system with TGA-listed temperature sensing capabilities, aged care facilities can ensure thorough, automated, screening of all visitors and staff - contributing to a safer, healthier environment for residents during these challenging times.
Together, we can help protect those who built our communities.

Read the article by Angira Bharadwaj for The Daily Telegraph - https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/journalists/angira-bharadwaj

'tis the season for good news so here is some from the LoopSafe Team.

In 2024 our average customer satisfaction rating was 5 stars. We responded to customer requests and developed 3 more integrations and released a new product feature or enhancement, on average, every 2.5 weeks.

We look forward to a new year of delivering more integrations and value to LoopSafe customers.

Best wishes for a safe, healthy and happy holiday season from the LoopSafe Team.

Are you at the ACCPA National Conference in Adelaide this week?

Drop by and say hello to the LoopSafe team at stand 31.

LoopSafe are looking forward to attending another ACCPA National Conference on the 23 - 25th October in Adelaide.
Hope to see you there!

The challenge for Aged Care providers is capturing and reporting evidence of the quality care they deliver!

Aged Care providers put extraordinary effort into meeting the intent of Standard 7 of the Aged Care Quality Standards - ensuring residents have the opportunity to do things that are meaningful to them and maintain connections with their community and people who are important to them.

LoopSafe makes capturing and reporting engagement easier with detailed visitation logs.

Today, is the 34th International Day of Older Persons. The theme, 'Aging with Dignity: The Importance of Strengthening Care and Support System' echoes the needs of older Australians across the country, particularly those using the services of aged care and seniors housing.

It is a good day to take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the people who are working to build a robust and sustainable aged care system, focused on delivering a high level of care for older Australians.

LoopSafe Integrates with Active Directory.
At LoopSafe, we’re thrilled to announce our latest integration - Active Directory!

🔹 What's New?
Automated Staff Updates: LoopSafe now syncs with Active Directory, ensuring up-to-date staff information.

Enhanced Visitor Experience: Visitors easily select their staff host. Staff members can receive a notification that their guest has arrived.

🔹 How Can You Benefit?
Reach out to learn how Active Directory sync can transform your visitor experience and simplify management of staff information.

Up to $200 million to improve access to aged care for First Nations, rural and remote communities available via The Aged Care Capital Assistance Program.

Like many elderly people, my aging mother will not entertain the idea of leaving her community, but options are limited in a rural town. I want her to be where she is happiest but accessing services in a rural area is not for the faint hearted.

I am forwarding this grant opportunity to her local residential aged care provider.

For more information: https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=18d42fc9-2c08-48bf-808e-d210ad61eb68

Applications close 29th August,2024.

Born in the 1960's? Here is some good news! Research indicates that cognitive differences between the older and younger generation are tapering off over time, as the benefits of a similar 'modern' childhood across the generations appear to take effect. The younger generation also appear to have hit a ceiling and are no longer improving as much as previous cohorts. It seems we may all be starting to work from the same page as we think about ageing and aged care in future...
Read the full article (5 minutes) in The Conversation below.

Are young people smarter than older adults? My research shows cognitive differences between generations are diminishing Young people are losing their advantage when it comes to IQ.

Happy Mothers Day