Aged care fees for unused services spark outrage
Elderly Australians are being charged for services they cannot use, raising concerns about profiteering in aged care. First Dog on the Moon cartoon highlights the issue.
Category : Elderly Care
Disabled woman awarded £5k over windowless hotel room
A disabled woman received £5,000 after Brent Council housed her in a windowless basement hotel room for over two years, causing avoidable distress and health harm.
Essex woman moves to St Lucia for happiness and £5 dinners
Ebony Joseph left Southend-on-Sea for St Lucia in April 2025, citing poor mental health and unaffordable housing. Now a pastry chef, she enjoys beach life, community, and meals out for £5.
Woman arrested after mother found dead in Sydney care home
A 53-year-old woman was arrested after her 84-year-old mother was found dead at Our Lady of Consolation aged care home in Rooty Hill, Sydney, allegedly administered an unknown substance.
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Uxbridge car park to become 162-bed care home after council halts talks
Hillingdon Council advances plans for a 162-bed nursing home at the Lobster Pot car park in Uxbridge, taking the project in-house after negotiations with a private developer broke down in March 2026.
Upminster Grandmother, 89, at Granddaughter's Wedding Blessing
An 89-year-old grandmother from Upminster joyfully attended her granddaughter's wedding blessing, celebrating with family and creating cherished memories.
AI Robots in Aged Care: Australia's Ageing Population
Australia explores AI companion robots to address aged care workforce shortages as the population ages, raising questions about humanity and ethics.
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Yoto Player: Screen-Free Audio for Kids
The Yoto Player is a screen-free audio device for children, offering stories, music, and educational content via physical cards. A safe alternative to tablets.
Embracing Age: Why I Look Forward to Earning My Greys
Despite societal pressures, the author celebrates aging naturally, inspired by older women who defy ageist stereotypes with style and whimsy.
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Elderly Voters in Hackney Demand Digital Inclusion from Mayoral Hopefuls
At an Age UK East London hustings, elderly residents pressed Hackney mayoral candidates on digital exclusion, food prices, transport, and council services ahead of the May 7 local elections.
Shoe Shop Closures Harm Children's Foot Health
Specialist shoe retailers warn that closures and online buying are causing a rise in bunions and other foot issues in children, urging parents to prioritize foot care.
Chagrin Valley Documentary Uncovers Care Home Labor and Turmoil
Nathalie Berger's documentary reveals the hidden labor and quiet turmoil within an Ohio care home featuring artificial skies and birdsong, exploring racial hierarchies and caregiving realities.
Rethinking Age: Stretched Lifespan Challenges Stereotypes
Older Australians are healthier and more active than ever, yet societal labels like 'elderly' persist. This article explores how shifting demographics demand a new narrative on aging.
Aged Care Funding Algorithm Tool Faces Scrutiny in Australia
Australia introduces a new algorithmic assessment tool for aged care funding, raising concerns about fairness, transparency, and potential impacts on vulnerable elderly residents.
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Survey: Share Your Elderly Parent Care Experiences
Capital Post invites readers to share personal stories and challenges of caring for elderly parents, highlighting the emotional and practical aspects of caregiving in modern society.
Wealthier Australians Should Use Super for Aged Care, CEO Says
Tracey Burton of Uniting NSW and ACT calls for cultural shift to use superannuation for aged care rather than inheritance, amid funding shortfalls and waiting lists.
Petting Zoo Brings Joy to Hendon Care Home Residents
Signature at Hendon Hall hosted Megan's Petting Paradise for an interactive animal experience, featuring rabbits, rats, and a bearded dragon, boosting resident wellbeing through stress reduction and joyful engagement.
Aged Care Tool Designer Fears Its Algorithmic Scoring
Lynda Henderson, who helped design Australia's aged care assessment tool, expresses fear over its use due to an algorithm that she says under-assesses needs and lacks human oversight.
Babies Visit 70 London Care Homes Weekly, Sparking Joy
An East London charity brings babies and toddlers to 70 care homes weekly, using intergenerational connections to combat loneliness and dementia isolation.
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Australia's Aged Care Support System in Crisis
Australia's aged care home support system is broken, with widespread failures in funding, staffing, and quality of care, prompting calls for urgent government reforms.
Aged Care Algorithm Cuts Funding, Threatens Elderly Independence
Jean Mathew, a 78-year-old with cerebral palsy in Adelaide, faces losing her home due to a government algorithm that slashed her aged care support, sparking outrage over automated assessments.
Pensioners Missing Out on £5,900 in Unclaimed Benefits
Age UK reveals billions in financial support remain unclaimed by older Brits, with one in six pensioners living in poverty. The charity urges checking eligibility for Pension Credit and other benefits.
Aged Care Algorithm Makes 'Cruel' Decisions, Workers Report
A new software tool used to assess elderly Australians' care needs is making serious errors, according to aged care workers who describe its decisions as 'inhumane' and stripping away clinical expertise.
Si King Warns of £200,000 Care Bill for Millions of Brits
TV star Si King launches campaign urging Britons aged 40+ to start planning now for future care costs that could reach £200,000 per person.
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Chaplain's Urgent Advice: Make Memory Boxes Before Death
An end-of-life care chaplain reveals why creating memory boxes is crucial for both dying patients and their loved ones, sharing emotional stories and practical guidance.
Britain's Sandwich Carers Crisis: The Exhausting Reality
An in-depth look at the 2.4 million UK sandwich carers balancing work, childcare and elderly care, with personal stories revealing the emotional and financial toll of this hidden crisis.
Aged Care Wait Times Double to 245 Days
New Productivity Commission data reveals median wait times for in-home aged care packages have surged to 245 days, while assessment delays and residential care shortfalls persist amid growing demand.
Windsor & Maidenhead: Best Place to Retire in England
The Times' 2026 Growing Old Index reveals Windsor and Maidenhead as England's healthiest and happiest retirement location, just 20 minutes from London.
Reform U-Turn on Lancashire Care Home Closures
Lancashire Reform councillors announce investment instead of closure for five care homes following months of public protest and criticism from opposition parties.
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Harrow Approves 24-Bed Care Home in Hatch End
Harrow Council has granted planning permission for a new 24-bed care home on Oakleigh Road in Hatch End, replacing a derelict former nursing home despite resident concerns over design and sunlight.
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