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Home Care Package Wait Times: How Long Does it Really Take?
Home Care
For a growing number of older Australians, accessing home care is an important step in ensuring they can continue to live comfortably and safely in their own homes. However, after going through the...
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout: Strategies for Self-care While Supporting Others
Home Care
According to Carers Australia, there are more than 3 million carers across Australia. Of this figure – which itself is 12% of our country’s population – more than 1.2 million are people...
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Exploring Home Care: What is a Home Care Package?
Home Care |
We all know ageing is a natural part of life, so it makes sense that as we get older, our health needs will change too. Fortunately, home care is helping more and more older Australians access the...
10 Tips and Tricks to Make the Best of Home Care Assistance
Home Care |
The demand for home care assistance is certainly on the rise in Australia. For a growing number of older Australians living in the community, home care assistance represents a valuable support...
Top 10 Stroke Prevention Tips for Older Australians
Health & Wellness |
Did you know that stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death in Australia? Shockingly, approximately 56,000 Australians experience a new or recurrent stroke each year. And as we age,...
Care Managed Vs Self-Managed Home Care Packages
Home Care |
Getting started with home care can be both daunting and empowering, so the more research you can do, the better! Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or a loved one, one of the...
5 Early Signs that Your Ageing Loved One May Need Extra Care
Aged Care, Home Care |
Whether you’re considering your own needs or looking out for a loved one, it’s crucial to recognise the signs that could indicate it’s time to consider seeking extra help (often in the...
Changes to Home Care Schedule of Fees & Charges
Home Care |
Both aged care and home care fees and charges undergo periodic adjustments, influenced by various factors including changes in government policy, economic conditions, and the needs of an ageing...
Home Care Package Inclusions and Exclusions
Home Care |
As you or your loved ones age, maintaining independence and comfort at home becomes increasingly important. And home care services offer a vital solution, providing support and assistance tailored to...
What is Dignity of Risk and How it Impacts Your Choices
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
Particularly in our senior years, the decisions we make around our care and wellbeing become increasingly significant. For some older Australians, these decisions can sometimes feel overwhelming,...
The Emotional Benefits of Receiving Home Care Support
Health & Wellness, Home Care |
When it comes to caring for yourself or your loved one, it’s important to acknowledge that physical health isn’t the only area requiring attention; emotional wellbeing is equally as...
How a Support Plan Review Can Help You Get Reassessed
Home Care |
While home care support through HCP program offers a lifeline for individuals seeking to maintain independence while receiving necessary assistance, what happens when your needs evolve – as so...
What is Person-Centred Care & Why It Matters
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
Person-centred care is more than just a buzzword in the healthcare industry – it’s a philosophy that places the individual at the heart of their own care journey. It’s about tailoring...
What Can Home Care Packages Be Used for?
Home Care |
As we journey through life, there inevitably comes a time when we may need a helping hand to navigate the daily tasks that once seemed effortless. Whether it’s due to advancing age, a chronic...
How to Enhance Mental Health for Seniors through Exercise
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
Throughout our lives, exercise plays a crucial role in supporting our mental and emotional wellbeing – and this is especially the case for older Australians. Beyond just the physical benefits,...
How to Achieve Financial Wellness in Your 60’s
Health & Wellness |
In an era of unprecedented technological adoption among older Australians, the need for vigilance against fraud has never been more critical. Many seniors, particularly those receiving home...
It’s Never too Late for a New Year’s Health Resolution to Improve Your Wellbeing
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
2024 presents a golden opportunity for older Australians to prioritise resolutions that pave the way for a healthier and more fulfilling life. Whether you find yourself enjoying the comforts of...
A Comprehensive Guide to Government-Subsidised Respite Care
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
Many older Australians find themselves in need of moments of respite and support, both for themselves and their caregivers. Fortunately, government-subsidised respite care can provide a helping hand...
Am I Eligible for Government-funded Home Care?
Home Care |
As our golden years unfold, many older Australians find solace in the comfort of their homes, surrounded by cherished memories. However, the challenges that come with ageing can sometimes make...
Getting Started with Government-funded Home Care Services
Home Care |
As we continue to get older, maintaining our independence and enjoying the comforts of home, while staying healthy and safe, becomes paramount. For many older Australians, government-funded home care...
The Health Benefits of Gardening for Older Australians
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
Spending time in the garden really is one of our country’s favourite hobbies and pastimes – and it’s easy to see why! In the midst of our fast-paced modern lives, gardening emerges as a...
Art Therapy Benefits for Older Australians: How to Get Started and Thrive
Aged Care, Home Care |
Ageing gracefully is a complex journey that often requires a holistic approach to embrace challenges and new opportunities for growth and development – especially in terms of our health and...
7 Signs You or Your Loved One Are Ready for In-Home Care Support
Home Care |
As time goes by, everyone faces changes in their ability to manage daily life independently. For older Australians and their families, figuring out when it could be time to consider extra support –...
How to Stay Healthy and Safe this Summer
Aged Care, Health & Wellness, Home Care |
As we bid farewell to spring and eagerly anticipate the warmer months ahead, it’s crucial to brace ourselves for the impending heatwaves that often accompany our Australian summer. Recent...
How to Stay Socially Connected When Living with a Disability
Health & Wellness |
Living with a disability brings unique challenges, but maintaining an active social life is not beyond reach and should be encouraged. In this blog, we’ll delve into practical tips on how you...
The Importance of Quality Sleep for Older Australians
Aged Care, Home Care |
Sleep is not just a luxury, it’s a fundamental component of our overall health and wellbeing. Especially as you journey through your senior years, the quality of your sleep significantly...
Embracing Effective Communication for Personalised Home Care
Home Care |
Effective communication with both health professionals and carers is essential for personalised home care and in creating a support system that caters to your specific needs – and there are many...
How Home Care Services Can Help Support Mental Wellbeing
Home Care |
While we know home care provides much-needed support for those experiencing physical limitations or conditions, perhaps its positive impact on mental health is less publicised. Not only do home care...
The Importance of a Healthy Diet as You Age
Aged Care, Home Care |
As we get older, maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes increasingly vital to ensure a good quality of life, and a key component of this is adhering to a healthy diet. Aging brings about various...
National Carers Week: Practical Tips for Carers of Loved Ones Accessing Home Care Services
Home Care |
Every October, National Carers Week provides us with an important opportunity to recognise and appreciate the incredible dedication and hard work of family members and friends who provide care and...
Importance of Social Connections As We Age
Aged Care, Home Care |
Ageing is a natural part of life and something that we will all experience. As we get older, various changes unfold – physical, emotional, and social – and among these changes, the significance...
Healthy Ageing Tips: Making Good Lifestyle Choices for Optimal Wellbeing
Home Care |
Ageing is a natural part of life, and with it comes the opportunity to embrace a fulfilling and healthy lifestyle. As we grow older, it becomes increasingly important to make wise choices that...