Finding the right aged care facility can help you settle in and enjoy your new home sooner. Each residential aged care home is different, so it’s a good idea to visit a few before making a decision. Amongst many things you can do, it’s important to ask plenty of...
Once a potential resident has decided to move into an aged care facility, they may need to decide whether to sell the family home. It is a common myth that all care residents MUST sell their home to pay accommodation costs associated with their aged care home. A...
Art therapy is a new treatment in aged care and it is showing exceptional results. Recent studies show it is effective at improving the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of Australian seniors. Art therapy can include painting, drawing, clay sculpting and many...
Aged Care Decisions aims to help seniors and their families navigate their aged care journey and find a suitable aged care placement. Earlier this year, Maureen reached out to us as she was looking for an aged care facility for her husband, Greg. Maureen’s aged care...
Once you have shortlisted your favourite aged care facilities with an Aged Care Decisions’ placement specialist, it’s time to pick the right one for you. Online research and reviews can help you narrow down the search, but an aged care facility tour gives you...
Moving to an aged care home is a big decision and it can be a challenging time for you and your loved ones. Once you’ve made the decision, it’s important to find the right aged care home for your individual care needs and a place where you feel at home. User-generated...
