SAGE 2025
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Upcoming Tours
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Experience Japan's Revolutionary Approach to Dementia Care: Embark on a unique journey to Tokyo and witness firsthand how robotics is transforming dementia care. This SAGE study tour offers an exclusive opportunity to observe innovative technologies in action, learn from leading experts, and gain inspiration for developing cutting-edge care solutions, particularly with Dementia. Senior executives, architects, co-design teams, and professionals with an interest in Alzheimer's and intergenerational care are encouraged to participate. Engage in hands-on demonstrations and explore real-world applications of robotics that are reshaping care environments. This immersive experience will provide valuable insights that can be directly applied to your own care practices.

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Registration Open 13th December 2024
Collaborative Educational Program of Cultural Diversity: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa with a SAGE program designed to foster collaboration and understanding. Explore the dynamic urban centres of Durban and Cape Town, balanced with the tranquil charm of regional & Rural Pietermaritzburg & Rorke’s drift. Delve into diverse communities, engage with local leaders, and discover the historical and contemporary facets of this captivating nation.
*Enhance your experience with an optional conference package to attend the International Federation of Ageing (IFA) Conference in Cape Town (9-12 September 2025).
*The SAGE program will also offer a 4 day tourism safari option if enough Expressions of Interest - 8 delegates.

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Registration Open 13th December 2024
Rental in Retirement Living: Is This the Next Step?: Explore the future of retirement living in Canada with this SAGE program to Toronto. Providing a unique opportunity to contrast diverse retirement models, with a focus on the growing trend of rental options, learn from industry experts, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover innovative approaches to senior living where Canada has shifted its Retirement focus to Rental. How has this worked, is this the way of the future.
*Enhance your experience with an optional, conference package to attend the Global Ageing Network (GAN) conference in Boston (1-5 November, 2025).
*The SAGE program can also include a pre-program tourist trip to Churchill for a chance to encounter polar bears if enough Expressions of Interest - 8 delegates.
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Registrations Open 5th Jan 2025
Don’t miss this exclusive, high-impact experience. Join this exclusive opportunity to participate in two tailored SAGE programs designed specifically for executives and senior ELT members of small to medium-sized providers. This carefully crafted study tour will take place in Melbourne and Adelaide where the Adelaide component is designed to align with the inaugural Positive Ageing Summit (www.positiveageingsummit.com.au). The program will follow the renowned SAGE format, ensuring a structured and outcome-driven experience where participants will witness cutting-edge innovations, including the live demonstration of robot Abi in action at a Victorian site. The program will kick off with a mini seminar/masterclass, followed by insightful site visits to enhance learning. Limited to just 10 delegates fostering a strong network among peers from similar organisations.
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Registration Open Feb 2025
Unlock the Secrets of New Zealand's Thriving Retirement Villages: Join fellow retirement living professionals on this exclusive program to New Zealand. Led by renowned industry expert Judy Martin, you'll delve into New Zealand’s unique regulatory framework, exploring best practice in integrated service delivery. Discover innovative approaches to resident care and well-being while gaining valuable insights into the success of New Zealand's retirement village model. Learn about emerging trends, and network with industry leaders. Explore how New Zealand’s retirement villages have adapted to meet the evolving needs of an ageing population. This immersive experience will leave you equipped with practical strategies to enhance your own retirement living offerings. SAGE offers an annual program to NZ hosted by our close colleagues at Retirement Villages Association New Zealand.
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Tour run with 10 Expressions of Interest
Discover Ireland's Leading Approach to Quality Homecare: A critical service for supporting those who need assistance to live independently at home challenges such as long waitlists, funding, and workforce shortages continue to impact the system, but ongoing discussions about reform aim to address these issues in the future where Homecare has been the pivotal 2024 issue in Irelands recent election This exclusive program for industry CEOs and senior executives explores Ireland's innovative model for delivering high-quality homecare services. Gain insights into their relationship-centred, outcome-based approach, and learn how they are setting industry benchmarks for quality assurance in the home setting. Engage in thought-provoking discussions with Irish healthcare leaders and discover best practices for enhancing care delivery in your own organisation. Hosted by Home and Community Care Ireland (HCCI).
ESG Nordic Leadership: In 2024, Denmark maintains its position at the forefront of global Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance with an exceptional score of 98.8. Finland follows closely with a strong score of 97, while Norway rounds out the top three, highlighting the Nordic region's unwavering dedication to sustainability, social equity, and responsible governance. These countries have long been at the vanguard of incorporating ESG principles across aged care seniors living sector, both public and private. As Nordic countries face the challenges of a rapidly aging population, they are also leading the way in transforming social infrastructure, particularly in aged care. Take the chance to invest in learning from the next generation of social infrastructure in the Nordics.
Groundbreaking models of Alzheimer’s villages: Participating in this study tour program to Milan/ Bordeaux/ Netherlands offers Australian Aged care leaders a unique opportunity to explore ground-breaking models. These villages prioritise person-centred care and social inclusion, providing non-medical approaches, community living, and promoting freedom and dignity for those living with dementia. The SAGE program will also cover themes around home care in the Netherlands and senior housing innovations. Industry leaders will gain valuable insights to enhance the quality of life and care in their long-term care facilities, and bring back innovative ideas to transform dementia care practices in Australia.
Integrated Services for Retirement Living: Hosted by RVA NZ and aimed at Australian Industry Executives join your Management colleagues for this annual SAGE program to New Zealand. Registered retirement villages are required to comply with a legislated Code of Practice set out in the Retirement Villages Act 2003, which establishes the day-to-day management of the village and provides a comprehensive suite of resident protections. How has this worked so well for NZ operators? Hosted by renowned industry expert Judy Martin - hear about new trends, ideas, products and services available to the industry.
Disability Care: Why France and Sweden? France has efficient welfare & health systems that take care of its population. Caring for people with disabilities is one of the oldest missions of the French medico-social system. Numerous large and innovative organisations across France are dedicated to providing social care and support for people with disabilities. How are the French achieving this? The Nordic model, particularly that of Sweden, is frequently cited as an example of best practices and innovation in health and social services. Proactive public policies have shaped the country’s disability services, promoting inclusion for all. Sweden’s munici­palities are at the forefront of this success, These sources of social care inspiration provide industry leaders with opportunities to study and learn first-hand from this approach to disability care.
Having assisted over 10 organisations and groups with their dedicated tailored International Study Tour program SAGE has an unparalleled reputation for excellence in the delivery of Industry Programs. Enquire about a bespoke program for your organisation or Association. Discover leading approaches to Quality Care and service models as we tailor make a program specifically for your chosen delegation. This component of the SAGE study tour offering is geared to Senior Level Executives where delegates will be privy to exclusive presentations focused on selected / identified topics and organisations. Presentations and site visits will be held at various housing, community services, and business locations in chosen location. Bespoke SAGE Study Tour Programs provide coverage of a range of topics including, social and affordable housing, specialist dementia services, disability Care, Retirement Village and aged care models and services.
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