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Aged Care Alternatives: Options Other Than Nursing Homes

Aged Care Alternatives: Options Other Than Nursing Homes

For most retirees looking to downsize or needing assisted care, their go-to choice is a nursing home. Many people aren't aware that many aged care alternatives are available today. These alternatives offer a sense of community and much-needed care and assistance. ...

What Is Duty Of Care In Aged Care?

What Is Duty Of Care In Aged Care?

You may have come across the term duty of care in aged care and probably never paid too much attention to it. But really, what is duty of care in aged care? In a nutshell, anyone working in the aged or disability sector has both a legal and moral responsibility to...

Home Help For The Elderly: When To Know It’s Time

Home Help For The Elderly: When To Know It’s Time

Have you been thinking that maybe it's time to get your parents some additional support at home? You could be correct, and it's completely understandable if you're still on the fence about it. It can be challenging to tell for sure whether extra care is necessary....

The 8 Aged Care Quality Standards & What They Mean

The 8 Aged Care Quality Standards & What They Mean

You’ve decided that it’s time to get into an aged care facility, but you’re still hesitant to take the step until you’re sure you’ll receive quality care. You want to be sure that your needs will be met. It’s ok to wonder what quality care looks like in residential...

6 Types Of Retirement Villages In Australia. What Option Is Best?

6 Types Of Retirement Villages In Australia. What Option Is Best?

Retirement living used to mean moving into a nursing home. Thankfully, many other living options are available to retirees today. There are various types of retirement villages where you can now choose how and where you’ll spend your golden years. Each of these allows...

Retirement Villages Costs in Australia: Your Complete Guide

Retirement Villages Costs in Australia: Your Complete Guide

Moving into a retirement village can be overwhelming. There's much to consider before settling for a particular retirement home. The various costs of retirement villages are one of the most complicated considerations people struggle to understand.  There are costs you...