Russell Bricknell

The City of Rockingham has chosen Baptistcare to undertake a precinct redevelopment project that will expand the facilities and services available to local seniors.

Aged care and mental health service provider Roshana Group of Companies will be assuming ownership and management of the Whealtbelt's Dryandra Residential Care from late February next year, pending approval from the Department of Health.

Baptistcare has added to its Western Australian portfolio with the acquisition of the Kalkarni aged care facility in the Wheatbelt town of Brookton.

SPECIAL REPORT: Large aged care players are cementing their growth strategies to meet demand and survive a turbulent time for the sector.

Some volunteer programs have been put on pause due to COVID-19 restrictions, while those continuing to operate are welcoming new volunteers.

At what point should not-for-profit organisations start paying fees to their board of directors?

Staff shortages in aged care have hit crisis point, and the problem is expected to worsen.

An aged care sector already in crisis faces an even greater challenge to deal with an Omicron outbreak in WA.

Long-term solutions are needed to address the systemic shortage of aged care workers.

Baptistcare chief executive Russell Bricknell has taken a new role as the boss of fellow aged care provider Juniper.

A constrained workforce and shortage of funding have aged care providers concerned ahead of sector reform.

Major WA aged care provider Juniper has acquired Wheatbelt aged care facility Waratah Lodge, adding to its portfolio of regional investments.

Driving equitable, flexible funding in Western Australia’s aged care sector is an emerging focal point for providers, alongside tackling the persistent workforce shortage.

Ahead of the implementation of new federal standards, aged care providers are focused on workforce pressures, home care demand and new facilities.

The new Aged Care Act and Aged Care Quality Standards expected to come into effect on July 1 have been delayed by federal government, with a new start date to be decided.

A group of WA aged care industry leaders have signed a memorandum of understanding with Yokai to improve culturally appropriate services for Aboriginal elders.

The Aged Care Bill 2024 has been introduced to federal parliament, proposing a $5.6 billion reform package, improved home care support, new elderly protection laws and increased funding.

Leading WA aged care providers respond to the new national Aged Care Bill, which becomes law in July.

WA aged care providers are preparing for a demographic shift while pursuing remedies for loneliness.