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Ageing well and how education can help

Monday, November 15, 2021

Ageing well can mean a lot of different things. Keeping the wrinkles at bay and looking youthful might help you feel good as you get older, but ageing well is about so much more than that. It’s a combination of remaining able-bodied and physically strong, keeping a sharp mind, staying socially active, being independent and […]

Special connections: engaging the elderly with technology

Friday, September 10, 2021

Throughout elderly people’s lives, technology has advanced dramatically. From breakthroughs that saw humans land on the moon, developments on the medical front and the introduction of the internet, technological progress has set a rapid pace. Fast forward to today and video calling with people across the globe is easily and instantly achievable from the comfort […]

Seasonal Affective Disorder in aged care

Sunday, July 18, 2021

For some people the seasons have a greater impact that simply preferring one to the others. In fact, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) means that the weather can have a notable effect on mood, mental health and even physical health. For older individuals, including those who may already have health concerns, SAD can be challenging. It’s […]

The value in home care

Monday, April 19, 2021

For many ageing Australians, staying home and living as independently as possible for as long as possible is their goal. This goal is often made achievable with the support of a type of aged care called home care. This is delivered by qualified aged care workers who visit the elderly or those living with disability […]

Supporting mental wellbeing for elderly

Monday, May 11, 2020

Loneliness and isolation are areas of concern for older Australians’ mental wellbeing at the best of times. As many of us try to do the right thing and keep our distance to keep one another safe, we also need to find ways in which to support the mental wellbeing of the elderly individuals in our […]

COVID-19 update for Royal College learners and clients

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

As we continue through this challenging time, it is important that we stay connected and provide care and compassion to one another. Our dedicated team of trainers remain available to provide support throughout your learning journey, from start to finish. We are in this together. Training team, Royal College of Healthcare For any further information […]

How music can help manage dementia

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Music 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 […]

Dementia Action Week 2019 and how to get behind it!

Monday, September 9, 2019

In 2019 there are over 447,000 Australians who are living with dementia. According to Dementia Australia, this figure is on the increase, with around 250 people adding to it each day. Dementia is also the second leading cause of death in Australia. Dementia Action Week takes place from September 16 to 22, 2019, timed to include World […]

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Ageing well and how education can help

Special connections: engaging the elderly with technology

Seasonal Affective Disorder in aged care

The value in home care

Supporting mental wellbeing for elderly

COVID-19 update for Royal College learners and clients

How music can help manage dementia

Dementia Action Week 2019 and how to get behind it!

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