Blogs
Part of our commitment to excellence in aged care is to bring you the latest information on many aspects related to our industry.
General advice
05 July 2023
What are common dietary problems in the elderly?
Part two in our three-part series on nutrition. Our resident nutritionist, Kiarra, Lead Dietitian and Allied Health Manager from the OSCAR Care Group writes about common dietary problems that the elderly may experience and explores ways to overcome these problems.
General advice
01 July 2023
The importance of nutrition for the elderly
Part one in our three-part series on nutrition. Our resident nutritionist, Kiarra, Lead Dietitian and Allied Health Manager from the OSCAR Care Group writes about the importance of specialised nutritional guidelines when caring for the elderly.
Care
30 June 2023
Estia Health Chef Masterclasses
Our Masterclasses are part of Estia Health’s ongoing commitment to education, positive workplace culture, professional development and ensuring that our residents continue to enjoy tasty, healthy, nutritious meals.
Care
20 June 2023
What is the role of a Registered Nurse in Aged Care?
A Registered Nurse (RN) in Aged Care has typically undertaken a minimum of a three-year degree at university and is a member of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
General advice
14 June 2023
What is informed consent in Aged Care?
Informed consent is the term used to explain a person’s decision, given voluntarily, to agree to a healthcare treatment, procedure or other intervention that is made.
Care
06 June 2023
What does a Lifestyle Coordinator do in Aged Care?
The role requires the lifestyle coordinator to organise and plan activities and experiences, working closely alongside other teams to provide the best experience possible for residents.
