Care Workers - Careseekers Blog

Raising awareness of elder abuse

As difficult as it may be to comprehend, around 4-6 per cent of elderly Australians are subject to some form of elderly abuse.

Aged Care

June is bowel cancer awareness month

Saving lives through early detection is the positive message for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

Aged Care

National Palliative Care Week 2020

This week is National Palliative Care Week. Organised by Palliative Care Australia and supported by the Department of Health, it aims to raise awareness and understanding and to break down misconceptions about palliative care in Australia.

Mental Health

Returning to normal life little by little

As restrictions put in place due to COVID-19 start to ease, the thought of returning to life as it was before the pandemic can be overwhelming for some.

Up-skilling for care workers in self-isolation

With most of us having more time at home than we are used to, now is a great time to complete on-line courses to advance your skills.

Aged Care

COVID-19 Tips For The Elderly

The Australian Government Department of Health advises that all Australians are at risk of contracting COVID-19, however people over the age of 60 are at a greater risk of more serious complications.

Mental Health

Looking after your well-being during this time

It is completely normal to be having feelings of anxiety and distress during this unprecedented time. Whether you are in self-isolation or choosing to adopt social distancing measures, it is important to keep a positive outlook and good mental health.

Aged Care

The 3 Areas Of Immediate Action Required, According To The Ongoing Royal Commission Into Aged Care

It has come as no surprise to anyone with experience of aged care in Australia, that our aged care industry is problematic. Issues of negligence, elder abuse, inadequate/faulty equipment and severe short staffing have horrified advocates for elderly people

Aged Care

We want transparency in aged care - the push for online reviews on all aged care facility websites

According to our federal government commission into aged care, 1,633 complaints about residential care were registered between January and March 2019.

NDIS

Tips for creating the perfect job post on the Careseekers platform

There’s nothing more important than[ finding a support worker or finding an aged care worker who suits your needs as much as possible.