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Should aged care staff dictate what residents watch? A dementia unit banned The Benny Hill Show from being played on the communal TV despite the laughter and smiles of residents.

Too racy for aged care? Benny Hill banned despite residents’ laughter - Hellocare

Imagine relying on a carer for both your physical needs and social interaction, only to see them constantly distracted by their phone. It's a heartbreaking reality for many people living with disabilities and the elderly.

When Carers Choose Phones Over People: The Emotional Cost of Disengagement - Hellocare

Why does dementia awareness lag in aged care? Hospitals invest in specialist knowledge, and childcare demands strict qualifications, yet aged care accepts a low baseline for dementia understanding.

Raising the floor: Why is dementia training so undervalued in aged care? - Hellocare

When did we stop calling people 'patients' or 'residents' and start labelling them 'consumers'? This open letter from a family member challenges the cold language of aged care and its impact on those receiving care.

Aged care jargon: How bureaucratic language is making care less caring - Hellocare

Staff are reeling after the tragic hit-and-run death of 70-year-old aged care resident, Boris Marusic. A 25-year-old disqualified driver has been charged with negligent driving and failing to stop after the fatal crash.

Disqualified driver charged in tragic hit-and-run death of aged care resident - Hellocare

Struggling with aged care costs? From 1 Nov 2025, the new Aged Care Act offers financial hardship assistance to help cover fees for residential and in-home care. Read to find out how to apply.

How to get aged care support if you’re broke - Hellocare

Caregivers are uniquely positioned to influence seniors’ views on race. By fostering respectful, meaningful interactions, they can challenge stereotypes and encourage empathy in older adults.

Can Seniors Unlearn Racist Views? - Hellocare

“She’s got nowhere to go.” Aussie Olympian Dominique du Toit is begging the government to let her dementia-diagnosed grandmother stay in Australia after 13 years of waiting for residency.

Olympian’s grandmother faces deportation amid dementia battle - Hellocare

Withdrawal from painkillers in aged care can look eerily like dementia, with symptoms such as disorientation and agitation. With Australia’s high opioid use in nursing homes, misdiagnosis is a real risk.

Dope sick in aged care: When painkiller withdrawal mimics dementia - Hellocare

A portable butterfly enclosure is bringing smiles, nostalgia, and a touch of magic to aged care residents. This unique experience lets residents reconnect with nature and cherished memories of childhood.

Portable butterfly enclosure brings unique joy to aged care residents - Hellocare

A hospital’s decision to use Aboriginal language signs in the emergency department, has sparked heated debate. While the move aims to make Indigenous patients feel welcome, paramedics argue it’s confusing and could delay critical care in emergencies.

Aboriginal signage in hospital emergency department criticised for confusing patients - Hellocare

Feeling overwhelmed? Anxiety affects 1 in 5 Australians, especially health & aged care workers. Discover practical tips to find calm and rid yourself of feelings of unease.

Tips to manage anxiety for Australia’s health and aged care workforce - Hellocare