Signs indicate knee-jerk policy reactions could be new norm: opinion

Published 15th August 2019

The restraint debate is a window into the future challenges of the aged care sector, writes Patricia Sparrow.

The conversation about restraint has tested aged care in a fundamental way. For families, carers and providers alike: it’s raw and personal. It’s hard to talk about.

But there are lessons to be learnt from this debate that have formed a window into the challenges we will face in the future. As Australia ages, we can’t afford to ignore them.

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Unknown Author, 2019, Australian Ageing Agenda (https://www.australianageingagenda.com.au/)