The Vital Role of Carers in Home Care
Caring for the elderly is an act of true compassion, often driven by a deep sense of love and responsibility. In Australia, there exists a silent army of heroes, quietly and selflessly dedicating their time and energy to ensure that elderly friends and family members are taken care of. The role they play is immeasurable […]
Understanding Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Urinary Tract Infections also known as UTIs may appear common, but they can be uncomfortable and even serious if left untreated. What is a UTI? A UTI, or Urinary Tract Infection, is an infection that affects any part of your urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, tubes, and external opening through which urine is […]
Massage and Home Care Packages
There is often confusion when it comes to Home Care Packages and whether massage (or massage tools/equipment) can be paid for with a package. It is a complex area with a number of factors that must be carefully considered before deciding. Departmental considerations The intent of the Home Care Package Program is to provide coordinated […]
Working Towards A Dementia Friendly Future
Dementia is a progressive and fatal disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. With our ageing population, the prevalence of dementia will continue to increase. In Australia, it is the second leading cause of death behind coronary heart disease and the leading cause of death in women. The more knowledge we have regarding dementia will […]
What exactly is allowable expenditure?
This is probably the question we get asked the most! What can and cannot be included in the home care package would benefit from a lot more direction than is currently available. Let’s face it, there is more grey than there is black or white. So let’s start with what we know, the legislative intent […]
Staying Warm In Winter
Winter has arrived bringing with it an unwelcome dropping of temperature. Winter is more than just an inconvenience; it poses a real risk for our elderly who are more susceptible to the effects of the cold. There are many ways to stay warm beyond turning up the heater. Around the home Keep the temperature around […]
Keep your cool this summer
We’ve quickly gone from ‘great weather for ducks’ to ‘it’s so hot you could fry an egg out there’. Australia must win the award for rapidly changing weather extremes. Although we are all very familiar with the dangers of the Australian summer and heat, it’s always good to do a quick reminder of ways to […]
Here we go again! When using the convenience is inconvenient
For many people planning a trip out includes knowing where all the public toilets are along the way. You never know when you might need to use one. Luckily there is an app (Toilet Map app) just for that. The National Public Toilet Map shows the location, accessibility and opening hours of more than 19,000 toilet facilities […]
Personal Alarm Systems
Everyone wants to feel independent, in control and to feel cared about; the question is whether a personal alarm will support or hinder this. Many older people, and their support networks, start looking for personal alarms after an incident occurs or as part of planning for continued independence at home. Personal alarms: […]
Find The Right Carer Online
Congratulations on self-managing your care! By now you will have found that choosing the right carer is one of the key ingredients to living the life you want to live. Like many people receiving care, however, you may be at a crossroads; “should I look online for my perfect carer?” or “should I rely on […]