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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.
Labor to commit $11.3b
It will fund the 15% pay rise for aged care workers. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said this funding is the pay...
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New aged care furniture solves age old problem
The Royal Commission into Aged Care revealed that aged care residents’ independence, dignity, and mobility were not priorities. This is...
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Care Transitions: From Hospital to Home
During your caregiving journey, there may be times when your care recipient needs to change from one type of care...
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We Need to Talk About Mum & Dad – That’s Why We Are Here Now
Our elders should be at the centre of all discussions and decision-making. It may sound obvious but many of us...
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Common Scams That Target The Elderly
Scammers target people of all ages and backgrounds, however, some scams are more likely to target older people. Technology can...
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Fall Prevention Checklist
Download our FREE checklist designed to ensure your elderly loved one is as safe as houses while in their house....
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What to check with the doctor after an elderly person has a fall
After a fall, many people only visit the doctor to see if they acquired any injuries. And while this is...
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5 signs that your loved one needs assisted living.
When it comes to making the difficult decision to move an elderly loved one into assisted living, many caregivers feel...
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Dealing with Angry & Emotional Elderly Parents
Are you caring for an angry or aggressive elderly loved one? We unpack the causes and suggest some solutions....
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Sexuality And Aging
As we age, having the opportunity to experience intimacy, in whatever form for you, makes every day a great day....
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Home Care – Assessments Explained
Home Care support is available to help maintain independent living. It all starts with getting an assessment....
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Home Care Assesments Explained RAS vs ACAT
Being a carer for an elderly loved one is challenging enough without being expected to know and remember the many...
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Overcoming Resistance to Assistance
Five strategies to help overcome your loved one’s resistance to care...
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Solutions to Senior Hoarding
Understanding the emotional side of hoarding behaviour helps you work toward effective solutions in a kind and gentle way....
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Self-Managed Home Care Packages Explained
What are the pros and cons of a Self-Managed Home Care Package and how do I get started ?...
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Elder Abuse – Enough Is Enough
The abuse of older people is happening in Australia right now, and there is plenty we can do to prevent...
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