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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.
The Healing Benefits of Art and Music Therapy As We Age
The golden years of life often bring with them a unique set of challenges, both physical and emotional. Aging can...
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Beat the Heat
With Summer Fast Approaching, Here’s How to Stay Cool in Hot Weather As the mercury rises during the sweltering summer...
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Inclusive Adventures: Navigating Travel with Those You Care For
Top tips on making travel work for you as a carer Travel is often a gateway to cherished memories, and...
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Is your loved one eligible for home care supplements and subsidies?
From supplements to subsidies, read on for Aged Care Decision’s comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about Home...
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The power of positive ageing
As the years pass, we all face changes in our bodies, minds, and lifestyles. But ageing doesn’t have to be...
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The challenges and joys of being a carer – Cathy’s story
Dementia Advocate Cathy recently presented at the National Dementia Forum sharing her experience of caring for her husband John who...
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Are you eligible for carer financial support?
Did you know that people who give constant care to someone with a disability or a medical condition, or an...
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How do I cope with the challenges of being a carer?
National Dementia Helpline advisors answer your questions Family members and friends often find themselves in the role of a carer...
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Our Carer Associations partnerships puts the ACG into the hands of more primary carers
Carers associations provide a vital service for unpaid carers as they providelocal resources, information, and support. By partnering with carers...
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Elderly Australians Now Eligible for Free Shingles Vaccine
The Australian Federal Government has approved free access to a more effective vaccine for older and immunocompromised citizens starting next...
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Robotics in aged care
Could the future of aged care be found in artificial intelligence? There’s no doubt about it: artificial intelligence is everywhere...
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3 reasons why your body loves exercise
Everyone needs to exercise, and in this article we look into exactly why your body loves exercise. Medical evidence provides...
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8 ways to introduce in-home care for seniors
How to get your loved one to accept in-home care so you can take a break from caring You desperately...
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Understanding the Difference Between Home Health Care and Home Care
While the terms home health care and home care may sound similar, they represent distinct services that cater to different...
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The Importance of an Aged Care Plan for Elderly Well-being
Ambassador Kellie Curtain urges Australians to have vital conversations about future health preferences. Following National Advance Care Planning Week 2023,...
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Why Do We Get SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)
Why Do We Get SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorde...
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