COVID-19 Research Studies

At the Global Centre for Modern Ageing, we understand that many people are experiencing challenges during this unprecedented period of social distancing. In response, we have compiled a list of dedicated resources from organisations such as the World Health Organisation and Australian governments to help ensure you get the right health information.

We are also conducting our own research in the hopes of understanding the evolving experience of Australians during this difficult time.

Information and resources

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The Future of Telehealth – Refining the Blend

Understanding the optimum blend between telehealth and face to face consultations.

The Global Centre for Modern Ageing has completed the third phase of its study tracking older Australians’ response to Covid-19 restrictions, focusing on older Australians’ use of telehealth and face-to-face consultations.

Technology Use By Australians Aged 60+ during COVID-19

Our findings about older Australians’ receptiveness to technology highlights that there is increasing confidence with the use of technology.

Covid-19 & The Uptake of Technology

Our findings about older Australians’ receptiveness to technology highlights that it is important to challenge stereotypes.

When evaluating tech-literacy and planning for digital inclusion, it is clear that age alone is not a useful predictor and ignoring older consumers’ insights in the development of tech products is a missed opportunity.

Telehealth - Here to Stay?

Here to stay? Older Australians embrace telehealth and are willing to use it post COVID-19.

COVID-19 Information

Globally, the World Health Organisation offers essential links and information regarding COVID-19. In Australia, the Australian Government website www.health.gov.au has the latest advice and resources to help you understand more about COVID-19, self-isolation and the supports available.

Finding a silver lining : Report one from a multi-stage study

Despite the restrictions and changes brought about by COVID-19, more than half of older Australians (51 percent) believe positives have emerged from the coronavirus outbreak, our latest research has revealed.

COVID-19 guidance for GCMA clients, guests, suppliers and contractors

Given the declaration by the World Health Organisation (WHO) of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) as a pandemic, we are taking additional steps to protect the safety, health and wellbeing of our people, clients, guests, suppliers and contractors.

First hand insight : Empowering grandad to order groceries online

Global Centre for Modern Ageing researcher Amelia McCabe stepped in to help her 82 year old grandad sort out online grocery shopping.