The regulator has completed its first statewide audit. At our Tasmanian Lunch & Learn, they revealed their findings, including where operators still have work to do.
Almost 27,000 Australians are registered on retirement village wait lists. The strength of that demand depends on how well operators understand, engage and nurture the people behind the number.
What if supporting people living with dementia started long before they entered a care setting?
66% of Australians living with dementia live in the community. That means dementia is already part of village life. The question is: Are we creating environments that enable people to keep living well, or unintentionally making things harder?
The role has changed. The resident has changed. The workforce has changed. So how much of the way we lead is still fit for what comes next?
A Village Professional told me they were concerned residents would automatically endorse the cheapest quote for an essential services contract. The lowest price can be appealing, but it does not always deliver the best outcome for the village.
From resident incidents to complaints, conflict and difficult decisions, taking time to debrief can turn everyday experience into better leadership and better practice.
Care conversations shouldn’t begin in a crisis. By raising the subject before a resident moves in, villages can set clear expectations and support genuine ageing in place.
The biggest winter risk isn’t always the cold. It’s disconnection. We share the small observations and simple actions that help residents stay connected, healthy and supported through the colder months.
Being blamed for someone else’s problems can catch even strong performers off guard. Here’s how to respond, when to escalate and why leaders must act early.
Learn how Victoria’s proposed Retirement Village Code will impact operators, compliance and professional standards.
Many of us didn’t plan a career in retirement living. After time away from the sector, Natalie Trajcevski has found her way back – joining us at the DCM Institute.