Aug 11, 2017

What is it Like to Live with Hearing Loss?

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.

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What are the Treatment Options for Dementia?

There is no cure for dementia, and while current treatments manage symptoms, they offer no prospect of recovery. The main therapies available come in the form of medications and social programs. Drugs for dementia For Alzheimer’s disease, most medications aim to correct the impact to the brain’s chemical messengers – called neurotransmitters – particularly, the... Read More

3 Traps to Avoid When Moving Into Residential Aged Care

The transition to aged care can be a very challenging time, whether you’re moving in yourself or you’re helping a loved one to. The system is complex and can be overwhelming. Here are Care Guidance’s top 3 tips to avoid trouble as you navigate your way through to age care. All that glitters is not... Read More

What ratings mean for aged care providers

On Wednesday, 18 April 2018, the Commonwealth Minister for Aged Care, Ken Wyatt, announced that the government will move ahead with introducing recommendations from the Carnell-Paterson Review into aged care quality regulatory processes. More specifically, it will move forward with a new Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, a Serious Incident Response Scheme, and publicly... Read More
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