WEEKEND LONG READ: Medically ready to leave, but nowhere to go. Older people are stranded in New England hospitals, while families are left footing the bill, and politicians squabble.
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Posted inAged Care, Uralla
Home care funding certainty welcomed, but a bigger rethink required
Four more years of funding certainty for Uralla’s home care service sounds like good news, but the mayor says the money still doesn’t match demand. Here’s what he wants fixed.
Posted inAged Care, Business, Gunnedah, Guyra, Inverell
McLean Care to merge with Respect Group after months of turmoil
After a financial collapse, a failed audit and community anger over a century-old bequest, Inverell’s McLean Care has found a buyer. Here’s what the Respect Group merger means for residents, staff and the town.
Posted inAged Care, Inverell
McLean Care axes allied health team as search for new operator continues
McLean Care says its new allied health model is an upgrade. Staff say it means losing the physio team that gets residents up and walking each day.