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.
There is often a misconception that having a “generation gap” means we cannot connect with people who are from a different time to us – whether they be younger or older. However, there are many benefits from encouraging intergenerational experiences with the elderly. It allows the older person some value and purpose in the interaction...
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There is a level of trust required when caring for an elderly person. This year we spoke with aged care workers to find out why they love working in aged care and how they continue to grow and improve their skills.
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In the 2015 budget, parliament passed changes to the Assets and Income tests for the Age Pension. In July 2016 further change was implemented. These changes, which had the support of the major parties have received virtually no press coverage until now. The changes which took effect from January 1st have had a significant impact...
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