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Moving out of your family home
It is not unusual for people who are downsizing, trying a retirement village lifestyle, or moving into a nursing home to... Read more
Guide to sleep for older people
Sleep disorders are rarely eligible for NDIS funding, but for older Australians who can’t access the NDIS,... Read more
A guide to gardening for older people
This Aged Care Guide will cover the tools, the basics, the suggestions and the people you can reach out to, in case you... Read more
Whistleblowers in aged care: how to sound the alarm
What are whistleblowers and what will change with the new Aged Care Act? Read more
A guide to psychosis in older people
The risk of experiencing psychosis increases with age and is multiplied as further conditions, symptoms and treatments... Read more
How to plan for busy holidays
When sleigh bells start playing in supermarkets and red, white and green covers everything around you, it is likely... Read more
How can I apply for meal provider services?
I’m finding it harder to get meals prepared at home now I’m older — what can I do? Read more
Travelling and holidaying with a carer
Older people are often put off from travelling due to the significant effort involved in preparing and organising trips.... Read more
What is an aged care assessment and how does it work
When sorting out your aged care service and facility options for yourself or an older loved one, your first point of... Read more
Qualifications and experience
As Australia’s aged population grows, the aged care workforce needs to increase to match the demand for quality... Read more
A guide to food delivery apps for seniors
This edition of Aged Care Guide will explain how you or a person in your care can make sense of delivery apps. In this... Read more
Duties and responsibilities
Depending on the job or career you are aiming for in aged care, here are a number of tasks and responsibilities you need... Read more
Bushfire safety for older people
One of the most common natural disasters in Australia is a bushfire. It is a devasting threat for people that live in... Read more
Recognising and dealing with carers’ burnout
It’s normal to feel stressed or overwhelmed at times, but when you’re constantly feeling physically and... Read more
How do I pick a Father’s Day gift?
Wait, which night had extended shopping hours? Read more
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