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Australian Carers Guide
We are proud to have like-minded and passionate Australian icons as regular contributors in the Australian Carers Guide. These include Maggie Beer, Ita Buttrose, Jean Kittson, Maree McCabe OA and the Hon Anika Wells just to name a few.
Summer 2025 – Out Now
Dive into our Summer 2025 edition—expert care insights, real-life experiences, financial know-how and a warm blend of guidance to support....
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The Power of Friendship in Our Later Years
As we grow older, many things in life change. Our routines slow down, our bodies ache a little more, and...
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Questions to Ask Before Entering Residential Aged Care
Moving a loved one into residential aged care is one of the biggest and most emotional decisions a family can...
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The Home Essentials Every Carer Needs
Caring for an ageing loved one is a true act of love. It can also be physically demanding, emotionally draining,...
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Unapologetically Ita
A compelling and enlightening book by our most celebrated journalist, Ita Buttrose. In her eighties she’s as passionate as ever...
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The Missing Link in Therapy
A point of view written by Annika Quinn If you’ve ever felt frustrated that treatments work in the clinic but...
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Seen Any Angels Recently?
Rick Bowie’s message for carers who find themselves in situations they didn’t sign up for. For some reason angels are...
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The Heart Behind The Carer:
Celebrating our 3 Million Informal Carers
Caring for a loved one is an act of quiet heroism, filled with love, patience and selflessness, often without recognition...
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Do you know exactly what your
Home Care Package can cover?
Your HCP funding can be used for a wide range of services and supports -everything from help around the home...
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Healing Paws: Bringing Comfort, Connection & Joy
The science-backed benefits of furry friendships and why they’re more than just cute company A Therapeutic Tail That’s Been Wagging...
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When Too Much Is Never Enough:
Understanding Senior Hoarding
Caring for an older loved one is hard enough, but when hoarding enters the picture, the job becomes exponentially more...
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Navigating Resistance to Assistance:
Supporting an ageing parent who insists they’re fine
(when they’re not)
Navigating an ageing parent’s refusal to accept help can be one of the hardest parts of the caring journey. Many...
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Stages of Romance Scams
Romance scams often start with what seems like a genuine connection but quickly turn into emotional manipulation and financial exploitation....
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Healthy Chargrilled Beef with Avocado & Corn Salsa Recipe
Prep: 10 minCook: 25 minServings: 2 Ingredients Method Variation:A drained can of no-salt-added corn kernels, or frozen corn, can be used in place...
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National Carers Week 2025
National Carers Week will run from Sunday 13 to Saturday 19 October 2024. It is a time to recognise, celebrate...
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Encouraging Elderly Loved Ones to Eat Well
Many carers know how tricky it can be to encourage elderly loved ones to eat well throughout the day. A...
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