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.
It is fascinating to look at the statistical information gathered about aged care services in Australia. 249,000 (equates to almost a quarter of a million!) people were using these services on 30 June 2016. As I regularly visit aged care facilities on inspections for my clients to find the most suitable facility for their particular needs, many...
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With my interest in ageing issues, I couldn’t resist a book with the title The Secret Diary Of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old. And, having now read it, I’m so glad I didn’t (resist it, that is). I have to admit that it did take me a little way in to be totally captivated by...
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Allied health services have been cut in aged care in recent years due to a lack of funding. The royal commission has outlined plans to ensure recipients of aged care services receive dental health, rehab, advice about diet, and more, in order to maximise their quality of life.
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