Oct 15, 2024 | NAVIGATING AGED CARE
Dementia can happen to anyone – but you can reduce your risk of getting it. Here are 10 ways you can reduce your chances of developing dementia. We also outline the treatments and aged care options that are available. What is Dementia? Dementia is a brain condition...
Jul 25, 2023 | NAVIGATING AGED CARE
Many Australians live with early signs of dementia, which can affect thinking, memory, brain function and behaviour. If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, or have been diagnosed with early-stage dementia, there are several aged care options that can provide...
Jul 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Depression is a serious issue in any age group, but it can be especially difficult to deal with when it affects seniors. It’s important to be able to recognise the signs of depression in the elderly in order to provide the necessary support. If you’re concerned...
Jun 13, 2022 | NAVIGATING AGED CARE
More than two-thirds of elderly Australians in residential care are living with dementia or experience some form of cognitive impairment. Despite its prevalence, there is a lot of misunderstanding about dementia. Living with dementia Dementia is a serious condition...
Sep 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
What is music therapy? Music therapy is much like many other alternative therapies that aim to help improve physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing through interaction and engagement. In this type of therapy, music is used to help residents communicate, express...
