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Increasing need for visits to those ageing and alone

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A review of the government-funded Community Visitor Scheme, providing social support to older Australians at home or in aged care, suggests expanding the program. Analysts say the scheme needs to grow to help decrease the isolation among Australia's rapidly ageing population.


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By Peggy Giakoumelos

Presented by Maridel Martinez

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A review of the government-funded Community Visitor Scheme, providing social support to older Australians at home or in aged care, suggests expanding the program. Analysts say the scheme needs to grow to help decrease the isolation among Australia's rapidly ageing population.


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