Jun 28, 2023 | AGED CARE FEES & CHARGES
It is a common myth that older Australians must sell the family home to pay for aged care accommodation costs. Let’s look at how residential aged care fees work, and the funding options that may be available for you. How do fees and charges for residential aged care...
Jun 14, 2023 | NAVIGATING AGED CARE
My Aged Care is part of the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care. It is the entry point for older Australians who need government-funded aged care services. Here is some helpful information about My Aged Care, who is eligible for government-funded support and...
Jun 13, 2023 | RESPITE CARE
Residential respite care – a temporary stay in an aged care facility – has many benefits for both you and the person caring for you. Let’s look at the pros and cons of residential respite care, and how you can make a short stay in a nursing home a positive experience...
Jun 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
More than two-thirds of elderly Australians in residential care experience some form of cognitive impairment. Despite its prevalence, there is a lot of misunderstanding about dementia. Making the most of life for dementia patients Dementia is a serious condition that...
May 23, 2022 | NAVIGATING AGED CARE
It’s unfortunate but not uncommon for people to lose their ability to make decisions related to the handling of their care, health and money as they age. Sometimes this is due to ill health, but it can also be because of mental awareness difficulties. Keep reading...
