Industry News & Events
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We are so privileged to have many wonderful carers who have had a long relationship with Prestige Inhome Care and our clients. Meet Anna, who recently clocked up an extraordinary 15 years with Prestige. Anna loves her work and after almost 30 years as a carer, her work has been a big part of her life and who she is.
We were pleased to learn of the decision made by the Fair Work Commission on 21 February 2023, to increase the aged care sector award rate for nurses and carers.
The 2023-2024 Federal Government Budget was handed down in May and included some major announcements for the care sector. Here, we highlight some significant outcomes that will impact the aged care support sector and what that will mean for you.
How can Palliative Care at home make a difference? “Palliative care in the home can create a feeling of tranquility and peace for clients, which many other facilities find challenging to replicate,” said Ellie. “This is because clients can remain in the comfort of their own personal environments, surrounded by their loved ones, their pets, […]
During National Volunteer Week , Prestige Inhome Care is excited to announce the launch of its new Employee Volunteer Day.
It has been a pleasure for Prestige Inhome Care to get behind our partners MND Vic with their recent campaign.
The aged care sector continues to tackle the shortage of aged care workers and the increase in demand. Prestige Inhome Care CEO Nick McDonald recently shared in the media how the demand for aged care services makes the senior care sector a stable career choice and the importance of the work that carers do. Prestige carer Donna talks of the personal rewards a job in care brings.
The care and support provided by home care workers to people who want to remain in the comfort of their own homes is invaluable. That is why we at Prestige Inhome Care (Prestige) have increased our care worker pay rates by up to 38% above award.
Aged Care Employee Day is our chance to say thank you to our extraordinary care workers and behind-the-scenes office staff.
The care and support they provide to our clients is invaluable and makes a real difference in their lives each and every day.
Are you wondering how the 2022-23 Federal Budget will help you or your loved one access quality care? Or are you currently working in aged care or disability support or considering a career in the industry? Here we summarise the key aged care and disability support Budget outcomes and how they may impact you.
Our inaugural International Women’s Day (IWD) Luncheon, on March 2, at the Brighton Beach Hotel, was a celebration of extraordinary women.
Since late January 2020 more than 2,500 COVID-19 cases have been recorded in Australian Government-subsidised residential aged care facilities, causing some Australians to lose confidence in the safety of the care being provided for their loved ones in nursing homes.