The care of older Australians has been a significant issue for the Australian Government, research bodies, the aged care sector, general practice community and others for some time.  The number of older persons living in the community and residential facilities is increasing.  This trend is likely to continue as baby boomers age and improvements in health care continue to have a positive effect on both quality and quantity of life.

The following documents address many issues relating to the health and well being of the older persons.  Please contact the site administrator if you would like a publication included in this site.

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Department of Health & Ageing
		Aged Care GP Panels Initiative - 12 month Review 2006: Department of Health and Ageing: The Australian General Practice Network in conjuntion with the Department of Hea... (1,096.8 Kb)
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		Aged Care GP Panels Initiative Handbook 2006: Department of Health and Ageing: Aged Care GP Panels Initiative Handbook 2006... (624.4 Kb)
		Aged Care GP Panels Initiative Handbook 2004: Department of Health and Ageing: Aged Care GP Panels Initiative Guidelines 2004... (219.4 Kb)
MBS & EPC Templates & Checklists
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		MBS Items for Patients over 75 years: Central Bayside Division of General Practice: Central Bayside Division of General Practice have developed a MBS Items Numbers ... (2,316.1 Kb)
Nursing in Aged Care
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