Support, guidance & advice for todays primary carers
Artificial Intelligence (AI) And the Aged Care Crossroads
AI technology may help prevent falls and create robopets to ease loneliness, but there is a risk it could entrench
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Winter 2023 Articles
How to Care For Someone With Incontinence
While most Australians will know someone who is affected by incontinence, harmful stigmas and misconceptions around the condition mean that
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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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Elder Abuse and How to Protect Your Loved One
The abuse of older people is a complex issue, with silence being its biggest ally. Knowing which way to turn
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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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Making the Decision: Is It Time for Your Elders to Move?
It’s never an easy decision to make, but there is a simple checklist you can follow to suit everyone’s opinions,
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Relationships and Dementia
Living with dementia increases the complexity of intimate and family relationships and, as dementia progresses, these need to be reframed
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Carer Gateway: Free Services & Support for Australian Carers
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers. If you care for a family
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Making Home Safe for Your Aging Parent
Creating a safe and supportive home environment for aging parents is essential to ensure they can continue living independently and
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5 Ways to Find Happiness
As we move through life, there are so many things that can affect our well-being. Keeping an eye on the
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Keep Warm This Winter With Mood-Boosting Colours
Shorter daylight hours and colder temperatures have been shown to make people feel more sad, literally – (Seasonal Affective Disorder –
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Part 2 – Ita, The Legend
She’s one of the country’s living treasures: a publishing legend, best-selling author, advocate for older Australians and those with dementia,
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Home Care Package – Tips and Traps
Rachel Lane from Aged Care Gurus talks all things Home Care Package and what you need to know throughout the
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In Need of Support?
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers. Call Carer Gateway for support and access to services, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm local time.
Assistance with accessing emergency respite is available any time, 24/7.
1800 422 737
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