New online resource supporting provision of palliative care
A new online resource that will provide more information to older Australians about their end of life care was launched...
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Open Day aims to better inform older South Australians
ACH Group will host a free community information event this Sunday to help South Australians navigate the aged care... -
COTA’s newest resource a collaborative creation
A collaboration between service providers and citizens in Hobart, Tasmania has resulted in the creation of a new aged... -
ANZAC services assured amid RSL SA’s financial woes
RSL National President Robert Dick has assured South Australians ANZAC services are not at risk, despite RSL South... -
An age old problem in rural areas – Part 1
While Consumer Directed Care claims to give the consumer choice of how to spend their money, the reality is, people... -
Hit me with your best shot
Aiming to reduce Australian flu rates this winter, the Immunisation Coalition has launched its #HitMeWithYourBestShot... -
Addressing the challenges of Advanced Care Planning after dementia diagnosis
Following an extensive study into Advanced Care Planning for people with dementia, resources aiming to address some of... -
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National Seniors Advocate calls for health insurance changes
With health insurance premiums set to rise on average by nearly 5 percent in April, the consumer lobby for older... -
Can you repeat that please?
If you are living with hearing loss, this is probably a phrase you find yourself using a lot. And you’re not alone. -
How to stay hydrated in the heat
As we age, the amount of water we hold in our body decreases. This means it’s actually easier for an older person to... -
Getting around – where to find transport services
Getting to appointments, the shops or social events can be challenging if you don’t have a car, and even more... -
How to start the conversation about dementia
Noticing a loved one’s cognitive decline can be upsetting and many find starting the conversation about it extremely... -
What’s changing in Home Care?
Did you know there’s a change coming to Government funded Home Care? The Government is changing how aged care is... -
Are your vaccinations up to date?
Vaccinations for children usually take the headlines however a lot of people don’t know that as we get older our... -
Preventing falls at home
Whether it’s slippery floors, or tripping over electrical cords, some of the most common causes of falls in people... -
Caring for the carer
Around 2.8 million people in Australia provide informal care to an older person or someone with a disability or... -
5 benefits of home care
Most Australians want to stay independent and live in their own home for as long as possible as they get older. In home... -
Time for a spring clean
Spring is in the air so let’s open windows and doors and blow off the cobwebs of winter with a spring clean.
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