How music can help manage dementia
Elderly Health and LifestyleMusic has a universal effect on humans and has been reported to evoke the full range of emotions. For those living with dementia music could be integrated into care programs to bring back memories from their past and thus improve the quality of life. With almost half a million people in Australia living with dementia […]
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Mindful Christmas activities in aged care
Elderly Health and LifestyleReducing stress, lowering blood pressure, improving sleep, relieving pain — mindfulness can have a measurable positive impact on physical and mental health for young and old. More than just a buzzword, research has even shown that mindfulness in aged care could help to prevent dementia, slow its progress, reduce dementia-related stress and improve quality of […]
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Top 5 aged care facility Christmas activities
Elderly Health and LifestyleLooking for some simple aged care activities to incorporate a bit of the Christmas spirit into your facility? Channel the benefits of art therapy this year and get crafty for Christmas. Craft activities give ageing individuals a special keepsake they can gift to a relative, friend or fellow resident, or use to decorate their […]
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The importance of iron as we age
Elderly Health and LifestyleIron is a nutrient that is important for individuals of all ages. It’s important for aged care workers to know that getting more iron in old age is essential for good health The role of iron is to regulate some of our vital bodily functions. Iron aids in maintaining healthy enzymes, producing energy, transporting oxygen […]
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Incredible benefits of pet therapy in aged care
Elderly Health and LifestyleFor most of us, being around animals makes us feel happy. Numerous studies highlight the benefits of the companionship of pets for our physical and mental health. Pets are hugely beneficial to the elderly too; in fact, pet therapy is becoming increasingly common in aged care. In fact, pet therapy in aged care is well […]
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Why children and the elderly benefit from time spent together
Elderly Health and LifestyleChildren and the elderly don’t seem like they would have much in common, but while they may seem like mismatched companions, time spent between children and the elderly shouldn’t be underestimated. According to recent research, a companionship between children and the elderly is mutually beneficial. An Australian study showed that shared play between older individuals and in […]
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Summer safety for the elderly
Elderly Health and LifestyleWe often associate summer and the warmer weather with fun in the sun, but for older Australians the heat can be dangerous. Caring for the elderly in the heat means taking extra precautions to ensure they can enjoy the warmth while staying safe and healthy. These five tips can help aged care workers and caregivers […]
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Dealing with depression in aged care
Elderly Health and LifestyleDid you know, according to research 1 in 3 residential care residents suffers from depression? If you are in or working towards a career in aged care, understanding the risk factors, symptoms and what to do is vital. Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that Australian men aged over 85 have the highest […]
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An overview of arthritis for aged care workers
Elderly Health and LifestyleArthritis isn’t just a condition affecting older individuals, however it is more likely to affect older Australians, in particular those who are female. This overview of arthritis for aged care workers can help you know what to expect and how to help. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, arthritis affects less than 1% of […]
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