Thursday Three - 11 September 2025 

 

  • Hybrid event: Everyone Matters - Protecting Older Adults from Harm - Wednesday, 1st October 2025
  • Modifiable factors associated with frailty in older Australians in retirement living – AJA Research Spotlight
  • Talking Tech with the Victorian Division Technology Sub-Committee

 

R U OK?



Medical and health professionals provide daily care and treatment for patients, yet they are not immune to life’s hardships. In addition, those working in aged care encounter unique daily challenges, such as pressured environments, shift work, an inadequate workforce, and complex medical and behavioural needs, including cognitive decline and aggression.

Asking the question, 'are you OK?' can make a real difference to staff going through a tough time. Find out how you can create a culture where people feel confident to ask and answer this simple yet important question on the R U OK website. 

 

Hybrid event: Everyone Matters - Protecting Older Adults from Harm

Wednesday, 1st October 2025

10:00am to 11:30am AEST

In person:

UniSC Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie, QLD

or online via Zoom

Free registration!

Join AAG, the University of the Sunshine Coast(UniSC) and the Gerontological Alliance of Nurses Australia (GANA) for a seminar exploring current UniSC research on the proactive prevention of sexual violence and abuse against older adults.

PhD candidates Jessica Lockitch and Madeline Lee will present their work, with the session chaired by Dr. Emily Moir.

  • Learn the gaps relating to sexual offences.
  • Identify avenues for proactive and evidence-based prevention of sexual abuse.
  • Explore perspectives on safeguarding and response to sexual violence and abuse.

Find out more and register today!


Pictured L-R: Dr Emily Moir, Madeline Lee and Jessica Lokitch

Modifiable factors associated with frailty in older Australians in retirement living – AJA Research Spotlight

AAG members Ms Georgina Johnstone, Dr Angela Joe, Dr Marissa Dickins, and Prof Judy Lowthian talk frailty in this month’s AJA Research Spotlight.

Frailty in older adults is a vulnerable state, often leading to a reduction in function and quality of life. This study sought to identify modifiable factors associated with frailty in Australian retirement village residents.

Policy impacts include improving pain management, reducing loneliness, and falls prevention, with potential health, social and financial benefits. In addition, addressing these issues may improve older people’s resilience and optimise positive ageing.

AAG members can access the full article to read more. Not a member? Join now!




Have you considered flexing your editorial muscle as a next step in your ageing research career? The Australasian Journal on Ageing (AJA) is currently recruiting Associate Editors to join the Editorial Team from October 2025! Contact Mark Hughes for details.

Talking Tech with the Victorian Division Technology Sub-Committee

The AAG Victorian Division is unique among the state/territories with a dedicated sub-committee focused on technology. A small group of researchers and practitioners who share an interest in the role technology can play in supporting the lives of older Victorians, these members are excited about the potential of new and emerging technologies.

AAG member Jenny Waycott is the Chair of the AAG Victorian Division Technology Sub-Committee. In this special edition of the AAG500Blog, Jenny gives a rundown of the group, why it was formed, and the importance of keeping ahead of the ever-advancing landscape of assistive technology, ageing and aged care.

Read Jenny’s full blog and catch up on previous AAG500Blog posts on the AAG website.