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When is Respite not Respite?
When Respite is spent worrying whether the person you care for is being well looked after. When this worry means...
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Supporting Behavioral Changes in People with Dementia
Dementia affects people in different ways and it is common for people living with dementia to experience changes in their...
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Personal Alarms for Seniors
As the population ages, ensuring the safety and well-being of seniors becomes increasingly important. Personal alarms have emerged as a...
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9 Essentials Every Carer Needs in their Toolbox
Empower your caring journey by ensuring these essentials are in your toolbox The role of a carer is multifaceted and...
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Clever Money Saving Ideas
For carers to help with the cost of living Caring for a loved one can be an immensely rewarding experiences,...
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What To Do When A Loved One Dies
A practical guide for family and friends when a loved one dies: navigating the loss of a loved one THE...
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How Caring Differs Around the Globe
Diverse cultures, one universal act: here’s what caring looks like in different corners of the globe Caring for our loved...
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Top Travel Tips for Holidaying with Seniors
How to make travelling with elderly relatives Travelling with elderly relatives can be a deeply rewarding experience, offering an opportunity...
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The Growing Trend of House-Sharing
House-sharing is becoming increasingly popular, especially among older adults. This trend, once primarily associated with younger together in one home,...
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Maggie Beer’s Dark Chocolate Mousse
Maggie Beer shares a recipe from her new book, Recipes for Life with the Australian Carers Guide. Prep time: 15...
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Swap salt from your diet to radically improve your health
Putting salt on the table for discussion Salt as most of us know it, is sodium chloride. That’s the ingredient...
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Driving rules for the over 75s
In Australia, the driving rules for anyone over the age of 75 can vary slightly depending on the state or...
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Caring for you
Helpful Hacks to Help You Look After Your Mental Health While Caring For Others Caring for others whether as a...
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A Blessed Life
When Marion’s husband Fred was diagnosed with dementia, she gave up full time employment and her role changed completely. “Due...
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Celebrate Grandparents’ Day on Sunday 27 October
Grandparents Day’ is an opportunity for Australians to say thank-you to grandparents for their care and support and for sharing...
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Raspberry Mandarin & Earl Grey Spritzer
Maggie Beer shares a delicious summer recipe with the Australian Carers Guide. A quick and easy recipe that gifts beautiful...
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