This fact sheet provides insights and data relating to the healthy aging of people aged 65+ in Gippsland, Victoria. It presents information on Gippsland and national data; professional, carer and community perspectives; and health services and supports. It also identifies areas for improvement.

This report reveals that the intersection of ageism and ableism disadvantages older people with disabilities in development and humanitarian settings. It exposes systemic gaps in policies and programs that render this population invisible, excluding them from essential services and support. Drawing on the findings from a desk review and key informant interviews, 7 recommendations are...

A set of three 'regulatory placemats' for older people, aged care providers and aged care workers providing an overview of how the aged care sector is regulated. They set out aged care obligations, what's expected from providers and the provider supervision model.

An evaluation of the implementation, effectiveness and efficiency of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP), which offers information, education and advocacy to older Australians accessing government-funded aged care. The report highlights NACAP as a vital service that delivers meaningful support and positive outcomes for older people, with recommendations for future improvements.

This exploration of the factors contributing to loneliness and social isolation reveals high rates of loneliness and isolation among older adults that significantly impact their quality of life and well-being. The authors call on the government to address the root causes of loneliness and social isolation by transforming how we engage with our elders.