Aged Care Tips
Tips for choosing a walking aid
There are many factors that should be considered before purchasing a walking frame or walking aid.
What is respite care?
Respite care provides relief for carers who care for someone with a chronic illness, a disability or a frail older loved one.
How can I get help finding aged care services?
If you need help finding an aged care service or assistance organising residential aged care you can contact your nearest aged care assessment team (ACAT).
How to prevent a fall in hospital
Falls are a major cause of injury in aged care homes and hospitals every year. Research shows that falls often happen close to the bed or when a person is trying to get from one place to the other.
Admission into an aged care nursing home - what to expect on the first day
Admission into an aged care home can bring up many emotions. The first day in an aged care home can often be taken up with practical matters that leave family feeling exhausted and emotional.
Caring for someone at the end stage of life
Carers can help a dying person in many ways. Gentle conversation, massaging someone's hands and playing music are some of the things you can do to create a peaceful environment.
When is the right time for nursing home care?
Is my parent ready for nursing home care? Many families agonize over moving a loved one into nursing home care.
12 tips for nursing home visits
Visiting a loved one in a nursing home can be confronting for many people. Residents of nursing homes can feel particularly vulnerable and isolated from close friends and family.
It is important that a family member does not feel abandoned in a nursing home and close relationships continue.
Dementia care: Problems with toileting
People with dementia often have problems with toileting. Carers can find this particularly distressing and difficult to manage.
Dementia care: Communication and dementia
Losing the ability to communicate is one of the most distressing aspects of dementia. It can be especially painful and isolating losing the comfort and intimacy of close conversation with someone close to you.
Disclaimer: This site is for information purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem, nor as a substitute for professional advice with a qualified health professional or doctor.
