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11 May 2026

What are Private & Brokered Services in Aged Care?

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding care delivery options: Aged care can be delivered through government-funded, private, or brokered services, depending on how care is arranged and funded.What private…

How Nurses Work With Families to Manage Ongoing Health Needs at Home

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6 May 2026

How Nurses Work With Families to Manage Ongoing Health Needs at Home

Key TakeawaysShared understanding builds better care: Nurses work with you and your loved one to understand health needs, routines, and preferences before providing support.Daily health support…

When Is the Right Time to Involve Professional Care in Family Support?

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6 May 2026

When Is the Right Time to Involve Professional Care in Family Support?

Key TakeawaysNoticing early changes in daily tasks: Small difficulties in routines can be an early sign that additional support may help you or your loved one stay comfortable at home.Understanding…

Ageing Well at Home: What Independence Really Looks Like in Later Life

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6 May 2026

Ageing Well at Home: What Independence Really Looks Like in Later Life

Key TakeawaysIndependence is about choice and control: You or your loved one can remain independent by making decisions about daily life, even when support is in place.Daily routines support…

Understanding the Difference Between Home Care and Residential Care

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6 May 2026

Understanding the Difference Between Home Care and Residential Care

Key TakeawaysHome care supports independence at home: You or your loved one can receive flexible, personalised support while continuing to live in familiar surroundings.Residential care provides…

How Home Care Evolves as Needs Increase Over Time

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7 Apr 2026

How Home Care Evolves as Needs Increase Over Time

Key TakeawaysStarting with light support: Early assistance helps you or your loved one maintain independence while making daily routines more manageable.Introducing clinical and allied support: As…

The Role of Nurses in Home-Based Aged Care: More Than Clinical Visits

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7 Apr 2026

The Role of Nurses in Home-Based Aged Care: More Than Clinical Visits

Key TakeawaysClinical care at home: Nurses provide essential medical support such as wound care, medication management, and chronic condition monitoring in a familiar environment.Supporting…

What to Ask a Home Care Provider Before Saying Yes

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7 Apr 2026

What to Ask a Home Care Provider Before Saying Yes

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding available services: Asking about the full range of care helps you or your loved one choose support that truly fits daily needs and routines.Knowing who provides the care:…

What Services Can Be Provided at Home That Families Often Don’t Expect?

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7 Apr 2026

What Services Can Be Provided at Home That Families Often Don’t Expect?

Key TakeawaysClinical care at home: You or your loved one can receive nursing support such as wound care, medication management, and chronic condition monitoring without needing hospital…

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6 Feb 2026

Restorative Care Pathway Checklist

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding restorative care: Restorative care helps older adults regain strength, mobility, and confidence after illness, injury, or a period of decline.Recognising when support is…

Supporting Veterans with Quality Care Services

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6 Feb 2026

Supporting Veterans with Quality Care Services

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding veteran needs: Veterans may have unique physical or emotional needs shaped by their service, requiring thoughtful, trauma-informed care at home.Daily and personal support:…

What to Expect During Aged Care Visits at Home

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24 Dec 2025

What to Expect During Aged Care Visits at Home

Key TakeawaysHow home visits begin: Aged care visits start with gentle check-ins, updates, and safety assessments to ensure comfort and understanding.Daily care provided: Personal care, daily living…

Your Essential Checklist for NDIS Plan Management and Funding

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18 Dec 2025

Your Essential Checklist for NDIS Plan Management and Funding

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding plan management: NDIS plan management helps you organise budgets, track spending, and manage invoices so you feel confident and supported.Clarifying goals and supports:…

Planning Home Care for Veterans: Steps and Benefits

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11 Dec 2025

Planning Home Care for Veterans: Steps and Benefits

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding veteran home care: Home care supports veterans with daily activities, health needs, and social connections while respecting their independence.Recognising care needs:…

Guide to Choosing the Right Aged Care Package

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4 Dec 2025

Guide to Choosing the Right Aged Care Package

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding aged care packages: Aged care packages coordinate home support so older adults can live safely, comfortably, and independently.Recognising care needs: Early signs such as…

Holiday Season Nursing Coverage in Tasmania

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27 Nov 2025

Holiday Season Nursing Coverage in Tasmania

Key TakeawaysMaintaining consistent care: Regular nursing visits during the holidays help ensure your loved one’s comfort, safety, and well-being.How nursing coverage works: Services are carefully…

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20 Nov 2025

Aged Care Checklist for Families

Key TakeawaysWhen to start planning: Recognising early signs that your loved one needs help allows families to make calm, well-informed care decisions.Aged care options explained: Different programs…

Providing Comfort and Support at the End of Life

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13 Nov 2025

Providing Comfort and Support at the End of Life

Key TakeawaysPurpose of care: End-of-life care focuses on comfort, dignity, and emotional support rather than medical treatment.What to expect: Families receive personalised care that manages…

How to Choose the Right Home Care Support (Previously Home Care Package) for You or Your Loved One

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6 Nov 2025

How to Choose the Right Home Care Support (Previously Home Care Package) for You or Your Loved One

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding Home Care Support: Home Care Support helps older Australians live safely at home with flexible services tailored to their needs. Recognising the right time: Changes in…

Understanding Short-term Restorative Care

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30 Oct 2025

Understanding Short-term Restorative Care

Key TakeawaysUnderstanding STRC: Short-term restorative care helps people regain strength, confidence, and independence at home after a setback in health. Government-funded support: STRC is…

Enhance Quality of Life with Aged Care Services

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23 Oct 2025

Enhance Quality of Life with Aged Care Services

Key TakeawaysMore than daily help: Aged care services go beyond basic support by promoting dignity, independence, and meaningful social connection. Wellbeing-focused care: Quality of life in…

Signs You Need Home and Community Care Support

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16 Oct 2025

Signs You Need Home and Community Care Support

Key TakeawaysRecognising early signs: Difficulty with daily tasks, declining health or mobility, and missed medications are strong indicators that extra support may be needed. Emotional…

Getting Started with Support At Home: Your Step-by-Step Guide

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14 Oct 2025

Getting Started with Support At Home: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Applying for Support At Home can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down step-by-step makes the process easier to navigate. Here’s what happens, what you can do at each stage, and how The District…

A Guide to the Latest Changes in Australian Home Care

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8 Oct 2025

A Guide to the Latest Changes in Australian Home Care

Key TakeawaysSimplified system: As of 1 November 2025, the Support at Home Program will replace Home Care Packages (HCP) and Short-Term Restorative Care, resulting in a single, streamlined…

What is Support At Home and How Can It Help My Family?

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2 Oct 2025

What is Support At Home and How Can It Help My Family?

Caring for ageing relatives or loved ones is both meaningful and challenging, especially as daily needs begin to change. Families here in Tasmania want to provide the best care while helping their…

CEO Benjamin Jardine on Ultra 106five FM

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9 Sep 2025

CEO Benjamin Jardine on Ultra 106five FM

Our CEO, Benjamin Jardine, recently joined Hobart’s Ultra 106five FM to talk about The District Nurses, the upcoming aged care changes, and what these reforms mean for older Tasmanians and their…

The Art of Care: Understanding the 2025 Aged Care Reforms

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9 Sep 2025

The Art of Care: Understanding the 2025 Aged Care Reforms

Our CEO, Benjamin Jardine, recently appeared in the Hobart Observer to share insights on the upcoming 2025 aged care reforms and what they mean for older Tasmanians, their families and care…

Upcoming Regulation Changes for Aged Care 2025

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4 Sep 2025

Upcoming Regulation Changes for Aged Care 2025

By Benjamin Jardine, CEO, The District Nurses  At The District Nurses, we’ve always believed in helping Tasmanians live well at home, with dignity, independence and the support…

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28 Aug 2025

The District Nurses Appoints New CEO

This news about our new CEO, Benjamin Jardine, recently featured in the Glenorchy Gazette. We’re delighted to share the story and highlight Benjamin’s vision for the future of The District…

Congratulations to the winner of the Award for Outstanding Achievement and Innovation in Palliative Care 2024

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21 Jun 2025

Congratulations to the winner of the Award for Outstanding Achievement and Innovation in Palliative Care 2024

 The District Nurses would like to congratulate the winner of the 2024 Palliative Care Award for Outstanding Achievement and Innovation in Palliative Care, Jay Chipman – Founder, Homely…

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29 Nov 2024

Years of Service Recognition

 This year, TDN launched the Years of Service recognition program at the annual Staff Christmas Function.The Years of Service program is designed to acknowledge lengthy tenure at TDN,…

Tasmanian Aged and Disability Care Organisations Finalise Merger

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4 Sep 2023

Tasmanian Aged and Disability Care Organisations Finalise Merger

The District Nurses and South Eastern Community Care today announced they have finalised a merger which will strengthen the provision of community services in Tasmania.Both organisations have a long…

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29 Aug 2023

2023 Tasmanian Palliative Care Awards

Palliative Care Tasmania, the peak body for palliative and end-of-life care, recently announced the recipients of the 2023 Tasmanian Palliative Care Awards at Government House.As a sponsor of the…

Tasmanian Aged and Disability Care organisations explore merger

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11 Aug 2023

Tasmanian Aged and Disability Care organisations explore merger

The District Nurses and South Eastern Community Care today announced an intention to merge to strengthen the provision of community services in Tasmania.Both organisations have a long and shared…

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26 Jul 2023

2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Conference

 Our People and Culture Coordinator and one of our WHS representatives (who is also one of our Clinical Case Managers) attended the Safe Bodies Safe Minds Conference learning more about how to…

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12 May 2023

International Nurses Day 2023

 The District Nurses sent a heartfelt thanks to all of our nursing staff on the 12 May, during our celebration of International Nurses Day 2023.This year’s International Nurses Day celebrates…

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