May 25, 2019

The Importance of Influenza Vaccination – Aged Care

The Importance of Vaccination

When it comes to older Australians, contracting the flu can have deadly consequences, and being vaccinated before the winter months can make all the difference to the wellbeing of an elderly loved one. Hear from expert in the field Professor Robert Booy.

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What You Need To Know About Accessing Home Care

The Australian Government’s Home Care Package Program allows older Australians to have access to different levels of support and care from a Home Care Provider of their choice. This support and care is provided to them in their own home, enabling our ageing population to remain at home longer. To access a Home Care Package,... Read More

‘Don’t Shift the Goalposts!’ – Are the Fears Warranted?

In just over 2 months, government-funded support for inhome care is changing and I’ve heard lots of anxiety this past year about how Home Care Packages will be impacted. Any change brings with it fear – and this can be exacerbated for elderly people living independently at home – but is it all warranted? In... Read More

Emotional Intelligence: What’s the Impact on Care?

Most people are aware of IQ – it’s often the measure used to see how “smart” a person is. But in a society that places emphasis on being “smart” – is IQ what you need to be the best at your job? Especially if you’re in the career of caring? Though there is absolutely an... Read More
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