Victorian Seniors Festival
The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for and involving seniors. The festival runs from 1–31 October every…
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You might have noticed that Mum or Dad is not as quick as they used to be. Or they are repeating their conversations like they are on loop tape. Whatever it is, you’ve realised they’re getting older and you might have to start helping or even looking after your ageing parents. This section covers the day-to-day things that crop up when we care for our ageing parents.
“The Taskforce report on aged care funding leaves more questions than answers” say aged care advocates
The Aged Care Taskforce was appointed by the Australian Federal Government to provide advice about how aged care should be…
Hearing loss in the elderly: Tips for better communication and care
Hearing loss in the elderly isn’t just about turning up the volume; it’s about navigating a world that gradually sounds…
I was a geriatrician on Old People’s Home for Teenagers. Here’s why I joined this TV experiment
Many people will have heard about “intergenerational practice” via the TV. This is the purposeful bringing together of different generations,…
10 questions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to ask when seeking residential aged care
You may find it helpful to speak to your local Elders Council, Land Council or Aboriginal Medical Service as a…
10 questions to ask about rural and remote residential aged care
Receiving care in rural and remote locations does not compromise your right to safe, timely, good quality and culturally appropriate…