Jul 05, 2018

What is Shingles and will you get it?

 

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Neglected Issue: Exercise for Individuals Living with Dementia in Residential Aged Care Facilities

Most health professionals working in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) will agree that physiotherapy and exercise for individuals living with dementia is a neglected area, even though there is evidence that demonstrates numerous benefits. A systematic review found studies demonstrated significant improvements in cognition, agitation, mood, mobility and functional ability for individuals living with dementia... Read More

Digital walls bring delight to aged care

Bright colours, moving shapes and interactive screens: the Lumes digital wall brought joy to a paediatric hospital. Seeing the sheer elation such an innovation could bring, Bolton Clarke had an idea. Could this work in aged care? Using principles of dementia design, Bolton Clarke partnered with Lumes to develop content to reach residents living with... Read More

Tai chi reduces falls among those living with dementia

  Tai chi can reduce the incidence of falls and improve quality of life for people who are living with dementia, according to a new study. It has long been known that tai chi has benefits for older people, but this study, for the first time, examined how it might benefit people who are living... Read More
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