Opportunity to ask questions to medical staff, and understanding post-discharge medical care, found to be critical and empowering for seniors and caregivers in the transition from hospital to home.
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The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has welcomed a Private Member’s Bill being introduced into Federal Parliament today by Independent MP Rebekha Sharkie which will force aged care providers to publicly disclose their staffing ratios. ANMF Federal Secretary Annie Butler said the Aged Care Amendment (Staffing Ratio Disclosure) Bill 2018 would allow vulnerable residents...
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Agitation and aggression are common symptoms of dementia, and can be extremely challenging to manage, not only for the person experiencing the symptoms, but also for families and carers. But new research is shining a light on this complex field, and has revealed that non-pharmacological interventions, such as touch therapy, outdoor activities, and music, can...
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