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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.
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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Gather My Crew – Connecting Communities to Those in Need
As a carer, you may feel like you need to handle everything on your own. But the truth is, caring...
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Aged Care Reforms Quarterly Update
In 2021, the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety provided Australia with a unique opportunity — to make...
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How to Declutter Your World and Reclaim Your Space?
Is your home, your car and even your wallet filled with too much stuff? Do you ever ask yourself how...
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3 Ways Adaptive Clothing Improves Seniors’ Quality of Life
Many older adults live with chronic conditions or age-related changes that can make everyday activities such as getting dressed difficult,...
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6 Ways to Get Your Loved One With Dementia to Take Their Medication
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, especially when it comes to ensuring they take their medication....
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Live the Life You Please
“Beautiful in an extraordinary way.” The brand new film Live the life you please will premiere in cinemas across Australia from May...
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Tips for Navigating Centrelink
A huge percentage of Australians belong to the sandwich generation – taking care of elderly parents or relatives while looking...
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Mental Health Hobbies
Whether it’s tai chi or the trumpet… pursuing a passion has so many benefits for your well-being. It’s not always...
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