Working in aged care

Service continuity and emergency events in aged care
Having a plan in place reduces risk and the effects of emergencies in aged care. See how to plan and handle emergency events.

Working with diverse groups in aged care
We care for people from diverse groups and many different backgrounds. Read about diverse groups in aged care and how to meet their specific needs.

Minimising restraints in aged care
Using restraint in an aged care setting must always be the last resort. Learn about use of physical and chemical restraint in residential aged care.

Working with dementia in aged care
The number of people living with dementia in aged care is growing. Find resources to help you work with dementia in aged care.

Managing infectious diseases in aged care
Infectious diseases can catch and spread quickly in aged care setting. Discover what they are and how to stop them.

Prescribing psychotropics
Psychotropics are a type of drug sometimes prescribed in residential aged care settings. Find resources and information on prescribing psychotropics for people in residential aged care.