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Now is the Time to Seek Help at Home

on Tuesday, January 29, 2019

“As long as I can stay at home, I will.” Joan Griffith’s statement is a sentiment shared by the majority of older Australians whose health may be declining, but desire to live at home remains strong. Hoppers Crossing resident Joan, aged 82, has been supported with a Level Two Home Care Package (HCP) from non-profit organisation Villa Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH) for the past two years.

Never Smile at a Crocodile…Unless it’s in Aged Care

on Tuesday, January 29, 2019

The residents of Bolton Clarke Talbarra residential aged care community in Waterford have been treated to a very slippery and scaly Australia Day party featuring a visit from some weird and wonderful Australian wildlife.

Residents and staff acknowledge love for Australia at Mercy Place Mandurah

on Friday, January 25, 2019

The spirit of Australia Day is alive and well at Mercy Place Mandurah, with the aged care home’s residents taking part in a variety of themed events leading up to the national day.

Markets Bring Communities Together at Arcare

on Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Arcare Oatlands and Arcare Glenhaven welcomed over 800 people to their Festive Market Days; offering a range of markets and workshops to help prepare for the festive season. Over 25 stalls holders provided the community with a vast choice of gifts, bath and body products, personalised presents and fresh produce.

Arcare Craigieburn Residents Embrace Spanish Language Classes

on Monday, January 21, 2019

A group of residents from Arcare Craigieburn have been learning Spanish together over the past six months. The Spanish-speaking residents in the community, who are from Spain, Argentina and Chile, have been working with Spanish teacher Danielle as assistant language teachers.

Calling Out the Stigma of Working in Aged Care

on Monday, January 21, 2019

With the number of people requiring some form of aged care set to double in Australia by the year 2050, we know the demand for aged care workers is growing rapidly.  However growth in the workforce is not keeping up with demand. 

Aged Care Royal Commission a Crucial Step Forward

on Friday, January 18, 2019

The Royal Commission is a crucial step forward in determining the full extent of problems in aged care and understanding the challenges and opportunities in delivering quality, sustainable aged care services now and into the future.

$15 Million Extra to Support Senior Australians to Live at Home

on Friday, January 18, 2019

The Australian Government is helping senior Australians stay in their own homes for longer, with an additional $15 million to support independent living.

Five Things to Consider When Looking For a Retirement Village

on Friday, January 18, 2019

Downsizing in your golden years isn’t just about ditching high maintenance housework. It’s also about finding a home and a community that fits your carefree new lifestyle. Naturally, there’ll be a bunch of boxes that need ticking to justify your decision to downsize. Of course, like purchasing any property, you’ll need to get your head around the financials. But what else should you look for in a retirement village?

Looking on the bright side of life: How to better plan for aged care

on Thursday, January 17, 2019

By guest author Sandra Hills OAM, CEO Benetas

Life is brimming with many major events, occasions and milestones planned for well ahead of time.  It’s interesting however, how we avoid planning for life’s biggest and most inevitable event; ageing.

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