What is it like to live with hearing loss? Many older people go years before they do anything about their hearing. Today we talk with audiologist Marguerite and her client Rosalie.
When families start the process of looking for an aged care facility for their loved one, research begins on the internet and is usually followed by a visit to a facility. Entrusting the care of a family member to an aged care facility can be a daunting experience. First impressions can play a pivotal role...
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What is a good death? Death is often a taboo topic for most, as people perceive it as being morbid, dark and sad. But in aged care, death is something they have to deal with every day. Death is a part of reality, and though some people may shy away from the topic – it is...
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Due to allegations of serious neglect and abuse of elderly people, the Government has initiated a Royal Commission into the aged care sector. For Carers Queensland, acting as the voice of carers, this is a welcome opportunity to provide carer feedback of lived experience with the current system. Carers are often viewed by aged care...
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