Coping with grief during the holiday season
Grief during the festive season can feel overwhelming, but there are meaningful ways to cope and find comfort. Palliative Care Australia‘s guidance includes acknowledging and celebrating loved ones through rituals like sharing memories or lighting a candle, taking time for self-care, and recognising that mixed emotions during the holidays are normal. Their advice also highlights
Public Health support for communicable diseases during the holidays
As COVID-19 cases rise across the NSW North Coast, Residential Aged Care Facilities are encouraged to: Re-visit their outbreak management plan Ensure that new staff members are made aware of the plans Have outbreak resources readily available for staff. For symptomatic residents, facilities should: Ensure the resident remains isolated until initial testing is complete, and
Accessible dental services for aged care residents
MNCLHD Public Dental Services offers accessible options for aged care residents in need of dental care. Eligible NSW residents with a Medicare card and a concession card (Health Care, Pensioner Concession, or Commonwealth Seniors Health Card) can access services through public dental clinics or via the Oral Health Fee for Service Scheme (OHFFSS). The OHFFSS
Explore the National Palliative Care Projects Hub
The National Palliative Care Projects Hub, funded by the Department of Health and Aged Care, is a one-stop resource for all things palliative care. The hub features training programs, information, and tools designed to deepen understanding and improve access to quality care. From healthcare professionals to carers, the hub provides support for everyone involved in
On-site pharmacists: Enhancing medication safety in aged care
Safe and effective medication management is critical in aged care, and the ACOP program addresses this need with funding for on-site credentialed pharmacists. These professionals work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and care teams to review medications, optimise treatments, and enhance the quality of life for residents. On-site pharmacists also play a vital role during transitions
Free telehealth training for clinicians and aged care staff
Healthy North Coast has introduced the National Telehealth Training Program, designed for local clinicians and residential aged care home (RACH) staff to build skills in telehealth video consultations. Telehealth consultations benefit residents and clinicians by reducing unnecessary travel for frail residents and increasing access to specialists. The free training includes tailored modules for different roles,
Integrated care, better outcomes: The new model for aged care
Over the past 8 weeks, Healthy North Coast was thrilled to be joined by around 50 professionals to brainstorm the barriers and enablers in joining care systems to support residents in aged care to receive quality care at the right time and the right place and avoid unnecessary hospitalisation. There was representation from GPs, RACHs,
New partnerships to enhance aged care services
We’re proud to announce exciting partnerships with Enkindle Consulting and Aria Health, designed to bring meaningful improvements to residential aged care services. Enkindle Consulting With over 25 years of experience in aged care, Enkindle will work closely with Clinical Care Managers and Facility Managers to understand the unique needs of each RACH. Individualised reports will
Fast-track after-hours GP service for aged care homes
With the festive season upon us, residential aged care homes can depend on the Healthdirect Fast-track After-Hours GP service for timely after-hours healthcare support. This service, designed for registered and enrolled nurses, facilitates quick access to GP consultations via phone or video, ensuring residents receive necessary care while giving peace of mind to staff and
Keeping residents safe this festive season
With more visitors and increased travel, outbreaks among aged care residents and staff often rise during the holidays. Vaccination remains the most effective way to protect against severe COVID-19 outcomes, and now is the ideal time to ensure your residents are up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Additionally, NSW Health provides essential advice to
MyMedicare: Strengthening GP connections in aged care
The MyMedicare program is making waves across the Mid and North Coast as GPs actively invite aged care residents to register. This free, voluntary system links residents with their regular GP and primary care team, fostering stronger connections and improving health outcomes without storing clinical health data. For residents, registering with MyMedicare provides significant benefits,
Free National Telehealth Training program now available for local clinicians
Healthy North Coast has launched an online learning portal to deliver the National Telehealth Training program to local clinicians that provide services to residents in aged care. This free online training offers clinicians the opportunity to learn best practice telehealth guidelines to build on their capabilities in providing telehealth video consultations to residents. It is
