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 you take into account some of the recent horror stories and the need for a royal commission, it’s not hard to imagine that talking about how good the aged care industry is becoming, might be a bit of a hard sell. But, when you stand back and look at current trends around the world...
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Falling is a serious matter. As many as one in three elderly Australians fall each year, with one in ten of these suffering multiple falls and up to thirty percent requiring medical attention. The rates are even higher in hospitals and aged care facilities. Falls can affect health, well-being and quality of life. By preventing...
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While living in aged care, having a hearty meal can be the highlight of a resident’s day. A good meal can satisfy hunger, lift moods and be a focal point for socialising. But in aged care, who decides what the residents eat? And how much say do facilities get from those who are eating the meals?...
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