General advice

Dehydration in the elderly: Symptoms and Causes

General advice

24 May 2023

Dehydration in the elderly: Symptoms and Causes

Dehydration is a health condition caused by an insufficiency of fluid and electrolytes in the body. It occurs when the body utilizes or loses more water than it consumes.

What are Star Ratings for residential aged care?

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08 May 2023

What are Star Ratings for residential aged care?

The Star Ratings system is an Australian Government initiative to support older Australians and their representatives to make informed choices about their aged care services.

Difference between retirement village and aged care home

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20 March 2023

Difference between retirement village and aged care home

While there is support from employees in retirement villages, it is limited, compared with residential aged care, where there are employees on-site 24/7 to take care of residents’ needs in a far more structured manner. This blog discusses the differences in the two.

How to empower the elderly

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08 March 2023

How to empower the elderly

Many elderly people feel disempowered by their age, their life circumstances and their health problems — so having a loved one who helps them feel empowered can make a big difference.

Residents' rights in aged care

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06 February 2023

Residents' rights in aged care

All people receiving Australian Government funded residential care, home care or other aged care services in the community have rights.

Complete Guide to Aged Care Assessment

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30 January 2023

Complete Guide to Aged Care Assessment

An ACAT assessment is used to make a recommendation for the type and level of care that will best meet your needs.