As we age, many things in our lives change, including our ability to drive. For most seniors, driving is a symbol of…
Winter is a wonderful season full of cosy blankets and hot soups. However, as temperatures drop, seniors become more vulnerable to respiratory…
As we grow older, our mobility can become limited, making it difficult to move around our homes. This can result in injuries…
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health issue among the elderly population. As people age, their immune system weakens, making them…
A Home Care Package is a government-funded package designed to help eligible individuals with in-home care services. The funds can be spent…
Building a strong relationship with your grandkids is important, and it takes time, effort, and patience. It can be a bit more…
In our recent client survey, the clearest feedback was what a difference the care workers make in people lives. It wasn’t just…
2023 has officially begun, during this time of year we often reflect on the year that has passed and visualise what we…
The holidays are racing around the corner! It can be hard to find the right gift for those in your life that…
Exercise has many amazing benefits. It is a fundamental pillar of healthy living, greatly impacts our mobility, and can even aid in…
“She’ll be right” can be applied to many things in Australian life, but your ageing isn’t one of them. When your veggies…
Navigating through My Aged Care can be daunting when looking into the funding options for home care services for the elderly. At Home Care…
Before you step into the role as a family carer, you should learn what your responsibilities include. Although the tasks associated with…
Modern technology has evolved and continues to make it easier for adults to remain physically and socially active in the senior years….
There are many reasons seniors develop a habit of hoarding. It can be a result of dementia, a traumatic event, or a…
Older adults with limited mobility don’t need to spend their days watching life go by. Instead, they can continue to be active…
Exercise can reduce stress and give older adults a confidence boost, which is why they need to stay physically active in their…
Day-to-day activities may keep you from seeing your elderly loved one as often as you would like. However, it is important to…
Clutter isn’t just unsightly. When a senior’s home is overflowing with stuff, it can become a safety hazard. Family carers can help…
Even in its advanced stages, dementia may not destroy the ability to read. In fact, reading aloud to your loved one or…
With careful planning and moderate activity, the impact of Parkinson’s can be less intrusive. When choosing fun tasks and projects for your…
Newcastle seniors can stay physically and mentally fit by exercising regularly. Having a place where they can go to exercise as well…
Parkinson’s disease causes physical issues such as spastic movements, tremors, and stiffness. However, engaging in daily exercise can maintain the connections throughout…
Food allergies can develop in adults between the ages of 18 to 86. When the allergies occur in older adults, the symptoms…
Older adults who have had strokes often have difficulty with communication because stroke-related brain damage sometimes results in an inability to comprehend…
Poor lifestyle choices and the natural ageing process make older adults more prone to developing a variety of health conditions. Many are…
More and more people are currently looking for things to do to reduce their risk of developing dementia. Diet modification, brain teasers, exercise…
“People didn’t know how to talk to me even though I was the same person I was five minutes before I told…
When it comes to managing arthritis, improving balance, feeling lighter both mentally and physically, and minimising the risk of disease, the best…
Stroke is the 3rd leading cause of death in Australia, killing almost 10,000 Australians each year. Every year more than 50,000 people…
When you hear the words “high protein diet” do you immediately think of bodybuilders? Well, getting sufficient protein is important to everyone’s…