by Amanda Cassar | Nov 10, 2020 | Aged Care, Health
Let’s face it, growing old is a little confronting to the most of us. Imagine going from total independence to having rely on someone. The transition for some can be terrifying, but it doesn’t have to be. However, in some cases, seniors try to hide the...
by Amanda Cassar | Oct 19, 2020 | Aged Care
So, which is best? Home care packages or residential Aged Care entry? What are my Options? Home care is becoming more popular for older Australians as an alternative to residential care. Older Australians are happier to choose where to live – either at home, in a...
by Amanda Cassar | Oct 12, 2020 | Aged Care, News
The Federal Government has announced further funding to aged care. A $563.3m boost to aged care sector’s response to COVID-19. The management of the sector that cares for Australia’s most vulnerable received ongoing criticism. Government Response A lot of...
by Amanda Cassar | Oct 7, 2020 | Aged Care, Elderly, News, Retirement
Aged care gets a boost with 23,000 additional home care packages. This is great news for the 100,000 Australians on the waiting list for packages. What else is in the 2020 Federal Budget Summary for aged care? Social Security and Aged Care Aged care support for older...
by Amanda Cassar | Oct 6, 2020 | Aged Care, Elderly, Health, Retirement
The Importance of Exercise for Older Adults: Stay Active & Independent Staying active at any age is essential, but as we age gracefully, regular exercise becomes even more critical. Physical activity doesn’t have to be intense—just consistent and tailored to your...
by Amanda Cassar | Sep 29, 2020 | Aged Care, Elderly
“I’m Old – Not Stupid” – Challenging Ageism in Everyday Interactions Have you ever heard someone speak to an older person in a patronizing tone—almost as if age automatically equals a loss of intelligence? Unfortunately, this is a common issue,...
by Amanda Cassar | Sep 22, 2020 | Aged Care, News
How Seniors Can Stay Youthful, Healthy & Active Aging is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean seniors have to slow down or feel confined by their age. Staying youthful and healthy—both physically and mentally—requires the right mindset, lifestyle choices, and a...
by Amanda Cassar | Sep 14, 2020 | Aged Care, Case Studies, News
Victoria has steadily maintained its downward trend of daily coronavirus infections, with 41 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours. The state recorded 37 new cases yesterday, the lowest figure since June 25, at the start of the state’s second wave. It is also...
by Amanda Cassar | Sep 7, 2020 | Aged Care, Case Studies, News
Aged care facilities will now have to employ on-site infection control officers to receive COVID-19 prevention funding as new data has revealed the federal regulator did not enforce national infection prevention standards in some homes until tragically late. A...
by Amanda Cassar | Aug 25, 2020 | Aged Care, News
Richard Colbeck was not prepared for questioning when being asked to provide latest stats with regards to deaths that have occurred in Aged Care. It is most unfortunate for the Minister to look uncaring with regards to the deaths of 258 people in aged care...
