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science4 days ago
Aged care algorithm denies higher funding to Melbourne man with motor neurone disease
An 80-year-old Melbourne man with late-stage motor neurone disease was denied increased at-home support funding after an automated assessment. His wife appealed the decision, which the Department of Aged Care upheld last month.
bbc.co.ukworld33 days ago
Amazon Offers Year-Long Internships at East Yorkshire Warehouse
Amazon and Project Search are launching a year-long internship program at the Melton West Business Park warehouse near Hull. The program targets 18- to 24-year-olds with Education Health and Care Plans.
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Southern Health Trust to End Care Package for 84-Year-Old Carer of Adult Sons in Northern Ireland
An 84-year-old man in Northern Ireland serves as the primary carer for his two adult sons with severe learning disabilities. The Southern Health Trust is withdrawing a remaining one-hour daily care package for one son due to staffing shortages. The family faces increased challeng…