Sometimes when caring for someone with dementia we find that self-care tasks that we may think of as second-nature, are actually complicated and difficult to perform. Something as simple as brushing teeth can become challenging but we know how important proper dental care is in maintaining good physical health. Here are simple tips to help...
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We all know the Financial Year 2018/19 has been, and will continue to be, full of events as we see the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety run the gauntlet. On 2 July 2018 we saw changes to the My Aged Care system. These include announcement of More Choice for a Longer Life...
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Sleep is the equivalent of hitting the ‘reset’ button on your mind and body, but unfortunately, a good night’s rest can be hard to come by for some residents living in aged care facilities. If the repeated sound of closing doors and nighttime nursing duties aren’t enough, the chorus of chatter from nursing stations...
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