Registering for aged care services with My Aged Care
How do I go about registering for aged care services with My Aged Care? When should I be making a…
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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.
How do I get started with aged care services?
Has it become apparent to you that your older loved ones need your support to manage many of their daily…
How do you get your ageing parent to accept help? Turn resistance into acceptance
Often, when I’m discussing with a family member of an ageing parent, the reasons why they haven’t considered accessing formal…
What to think about before contacting My Aged Care
There are two ways of referring yourself or your ageing loved one to My Aged Care, for assessment for services…
Tips for sharing Christmas with elderly parents
Christmas or the general holiday season is meant to be a joyous time where family and friends get together. However…
10 questions to ask about cultural needs in residential aged care
Moving into a residential aged care home may often be a difficult and emotional decision. This can be even more…