Real life care seeker stories Match of the month - Abigail and Gladys Abigail and Mrs Meyers Mark’s mum broke her hip and had to have an operation. She was sent to Mt Wilga Rehabilitation Hospital and it was while his mum was in the
Aged Care 5 reasons why a live-in carer may be a great option for you or your loved one A live-in care worker can be a great option for an older person or couple that is living on their own. Particularly in the following situations: The older person is living in a
Ageing Parents Avoiding falls and accidents at home The most common reasons that older people are admitted to hospital are falls and accidents that have occurred in the home. According to Queensland Health, in that state alone at least one in
Aged Care Real life stories - staying at home until the end Illona’s dad Natie was an independent 83 year old when he was diagnosed with emphysema. He had only stopped working 8 years previously and immigrated to Australia from South Africa in good
Aged Care Tips to make life easier when caring for a loved one with parkinsons Like most chronic progressive diseases, Parkinson’s affects not only the person suffering from the disease but those closest to them. The partners, children, relatives and friends of someone with Parkinson’s Disease
Ageing Parents 5 Signs a loved one is receiving high quality care in the home Do you feel anxious leaving your loved on in the care of someone you have just met? Is it made worse by the fact that your loved one doesn’t have the verbal
Ageing Parents When your elderly parents live far away.... Living in the same city as your family members can be a huge advantage in the provision and monitoring of care and support, especially as the living arrangements of people as they age
Ageing Parents Libraries aren't what they used to be - they're better When was the last time you visited your local library? Libraries around Sydney are transforming communities and creating vibrant hubs of activities for all generations. Here are some reasons why libraries are great
Ageing Parents 4 tips to help you deal with stubbornness as your parents age If your parents seem to become more and more stubborn as they age, don’t despair, you are not alone. A new study by Penn State was recently published in the Journals of
Ageing Parents New Year, New Chapter, New Life! At the beginning of each new year we often take the time to reflect on what the previous year has offered us, and look to the year ahead. We think to tomorrow and