Reflecting on 2021 to create positive habits for 2022
Resilience, grit, adaptiveness, kindness and compassion come to mind when we consider what people have learned and leaned into through the experiences faced in recent times. Let’s reflect on the best bits of 2021. While there’s plenty we will all likely hope to leave behind, there are still many positives to take with us into […]
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A flexible work options for parents and balance
A career that is meaningful and can also offer a healthy balance between work and life might sound hard to find, however an aged care career path can offer just that. From its variety of settings and roles with a range of hours and shifts, working in aged care can empower you to enjoy your […]
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Celebrating safely with elderly loved ones
This time of year is well known for being a time to enjoy alongside our nearest and dearest. Families like to come together to share food, gifts and fun, partaking in traditions and creating lasting memories. Older family members however may not be able to participate or be as involved as they once were. This […]
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Ageing well and how education can help
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 […]
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Special connections: engaging the elderly with technology
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 […]
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Overcoming the challenge of loneliness in aged care
As well as being mentally distressing, research has shown that loneliness can have a serious impact on physical health too. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic and its associated restrictions on visitation and getting out and about in the community, many elderly people have felt the impact of being solitary more than ever. While […]
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Summer safety for seniors
While we are lucky enough to enjoy warmer temperatures than most of Australia year-round, summer can get pretty hot here in Queensland. For older individuals are often more vulnerable to hot temperatures, even those who are used to a warmer climate, which means summer safety is especially important in aged care. Warm weather and particularly […]
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Care and Support on Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day takes place on October 10, followed by Queensland Mental Health Week from October 10 – 18, 2020. The aim and message of these dates is to take the time for mental wellbeing by raising awareness, creating conversations and breaking stigma. This year has had a prominent focus on mental wellbeing, with […]
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De-stress techniques to support mental health and well-being
Stress can be motivating at times, but when it gets out of hand it can affect you mentally, physically and prevent you from getting everything done. Learning ways to de-stress is essential, especially if you’re trying to manage studying, work and life commitments. With the daily changes occurring across the nation due to COVID-19, it […]
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