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Knowledge and Implementation Hub

Research evidence and knowledge help us understand what works and how things work in aged care. This can guide our care and inform our training and organisational activities.

The Knowledge and Implementation Hub provides access to evidence and resources on a range of priority topics for aged care. These topics have been identified by the aged care sector. We also have information on urgent and critical needs in the sector.

If the idea of evidence is new to you, perhaps start exploring the Hub by viewing our short learning module on the role and value of evidence in the aged care setting.

 

Navigating the sector

Sometimes you need some background information or to know what is happening in the sector. The research and project supports section has lots of interesting and useful resources to help you start a project, plan a study or run a training session at work.

Research and project supports

Aged care search collection

Searching for information just got easier with the Aged Care Search Collection, giving you one-click access to the latest research through automated PubMed searches. With helpful guides on how to modify our searches or create your own, you’ll have the tools to streamline your research process. Dive into resources tailored to aged care in Australia and find what you need fast.

Aged care search collection

KnowledgeConnect

KnowledgeConnect is our quarterly newsletter. The team behind the Knowledge and Implementation Hub will bring you an informative read on the latest aged care research, Australian aged care projects, and ways you can use evidence in your personal practice and within your organisation.

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Latest Knowledge Blogs

The Hub’s Knowledge Blogs provide another way to increase your knowledge of aged care. These short perspective pieces keep you informed about what is happening in the sector from the point of view of the people working or researching within it, as well as those receiving care services.

View our latest Knowledge Blogs below or see the full collection.

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Ageing well – social care, allied health and prevention

As Australia faces an aging population, the challenge of providing effective aged care becomes increasingly crucial. The 2024 ARIIA Conference emphasized the role of Allied health professionals in supporting older adults' independence and quality of life. Facilitated by Dr Claire Gough, experts Hilary O’Connell, Rik Dawson, and Stacey George discussed reablement, technological advancements, and early interventions in promoting healthy aging. Improved access to allied health services and oral care is needed to ensure that older Australians can thrive.

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​​Themed ITP Round: Reablement​

​​Find out how ARIIA's Innovator Training Program (ITP) themed sessions focussing on reablement have empowered health care professionals to develop evidence-based solutions to issues identified within their organisation. Dr Stephanie Champion explains how, with expert guidance and accessible resources, ARIIA’s Innovators are reshaping care through co-designing projects with consumers and local staff to support older people to live well for as long as possible.

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Building reablement capabilities in the aged care workforce

This blog by Dr Claire Gough discusses the importance of reablement approaches in the delivery of person-centred aged care. The ARIIA Knowledge and Implementation Hub (KIH) will support the themed ARIIA Innovator training program (ITP) in August of 2023, focusing on ways to integrate reablement into aged care services.