January 20, 2021
How minimum staffing levels will improve aged care
The Aged Care Royal Commission and COVID-19 have revealed some glaring gaps in the aged care system, a major one of which is the lack of consistency across facilities when it comes to minimum staffing levels.
January 11, 2021
How My Care Path takes the stress out of aged care
Making decisions around aged care is emotional, stressful and confusing. This is the first time I have had to navigate the aged care system, and I had no idea where to start.
December 21, 2020
Respite care: A practical solution over the holiday period?
Over the holiday period, some families may need to go away and leave an elderly person behind, or a carer may need to take a break. The options are either to get respite care at home or at a facility.
November 4, 2020
Aged care in Australia: 7 myths busted
There are many myths and misconceptions within the aged care industry, which often make it difficult for people to access the right information for what they need.
October 2, 2020
How can we fix the aged care sector’s trust issues?
We are now firmly in the midst of an aged care crisis. Looking forward beyond the Royal Commission into Aged Care and the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector will have to deal with lack of trust from the general public in the aged care industry across the board.
August 27, 2020
What the aged care sector can learn from COVID-19
The challenge of COVID-19 has made its way into all industries, and the aged care sector is no different. The impacts of the virus have added a new layer to existing issues...
June 12, 2020
Paying more for aged care might save you in the long run
I am a passionate believer that aged care is about choice. Ageing is a natural part of life and we hope that we will all see our parents reach their senior years.
May 18, 2020
An insider’s advice on how to negotiate thousands off aged care fees
I am a passionate believer that aged care is about choice. Ageing is a natural part of life and we hope that we will all see our parents reach their senior years.
April 14, 2020
Don’t rule out aged care – it could be the best option, expert says
There is a common belief in our society that the elderly prefer to remain in their own home rather than live in aged care.
December 18, 2019
Celebrating Christmas in Aged Care
Christmas can be a time of mixed emotions for many of us. While there are times of joy, there can also be times of overwhelm and stress – particularly if you are celebrating Christmas with a loved one in aged care.
October 18, 2019
How real Australians cover aged care costs
I remember Jan phoning me looking for help to finance the cost of placing her 86-year-old father in aged care. While she had found an aged care home her dad...
August 7, 2019
How do you cope when you’re overwhelmed by the aged care options?
The need for aged care services can happen quickly, especially if Mum or Dad has a fall and you’re suddenly navigating hospital visits, doctor appointments and social worker recommendations.
July 19, 2019
What do I do if I suspect mum or dad is not being treated well in an aged care home?
What do you do if you suspect your loved one is not being treated well in an aged care home? Or if you need to make a complaint? What is the correct process and how do you ensure your voice will be heard?
July 4, 2019
What questions should I ask an aged care home?
Last month, we covered how to approach the aged care conversation with an ageing parent. If you are now at the stage where you need to choose an aged care home, you may be overwhelmed by how to choose the best home for your loved one.
June 18, 2019
How to start the conversation about aged care with mum or dad
For those with ageing parents, it is common for the child to experience role reversal. Soon it is the daughter or son who is checking in on mum or dad, concerned for their welfare and starting difficult conversations about their parents’ care needs.
June 6, 2019
What does the Federal Election mean for aged care?
For those with ageing parents, it is common for the child to experience role reversal. Soon it is the daughter or son who is checking in on mum or dad, concerned for their welfare and starting difficult conversations about their parents’ care needs.
May 20, 2019
What services can help me place mum or dad into aged care?
When you’re considering placing a loved one into aged care, it can be an overwhelming and emotional experience.
May 8, 2019
How much does aged care really cost?
Is aged care as expensive as people believe? We’ve all heard the horror stories of exorbitant Accommodation Deposits, high daily fees and hidden charges, but is that how the aged care system really works in Australia?
March 7, 2019
Aged Care Consumer Support Coming From an Unlikely Source
The ongoing issues consumers face when researching aged care are widely known, with the process know as costly, complex, time consuming and emotionally draining.