Assisted living is emerging as the sustainable future for retirement and aged care providers – but fixing the home care crisis must be the priority.

As the first wave of Baby Boomers turns 80 this year, demand for ageing services is projected to rise by 40% over the next five years.

But we’re not keeping pace. We haven’t built 40% more retirement villages. The home care workforce hasn’t grown by 40%. Nor have we added 40% more aged care beds. Meanwhile, the hospital system continues to buckle under pressure.

There is, however, a significant opportunity. Around 60% of Baby Boom