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When you or a loved one is making the move into residential aged care, there are many things that need to be done in a short amount of time. To help with this, we have put together a list of all the things you’ll need to bring when packing up to move, as well as some things that should be left behind, as they will be provided.

Speaking with a loved one about moving into an aged care home can be challenging. It is a delicate matter that involves a range of emotions, concerns, and uncertainties. However, approaching this discussion with empathy, understanding, and information can pave the way for a smoother transition.

When you notice some signs about your loved one that makes you question how well they can take care of themselves (like increasing forgetfulness, a few missed bill payments, or an empty fridge), it can be difficult to know what to do, who to talk to or when to speak up.

Moving into residential care is a big decision and one that brings both changes and opportunities. It is natural to feel anxious about this move, and about how well you (and your loved ones) will settle in.

As people age and come to the end of their working lives, decisions about where and how to spend their later years become increasingly important. Two common options are aged care homes and retirement villages.

Dental health is a crucial part of physical wellbeing for people of all ages, but it becomes increasingly important as we get older. Older people can often find it harder to maintain good oral health, making it a critical aspect of their overall health and quality of life.

In recent years, pet therapy has become increasingly popular in health care settings, including in aged care homes. Pet therapy has been shown to improve both physical and mental health in older people.

It can be a challenging time when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia and it can be difficult to know what to do.

Palliative and end-of-life care are phases of a resident’s care that are often not well understood. Eldercare provides all residents with holistic, person-centred care throughout all phases of their life, including while receiving palliative and end-of-life care.

So you’ve decided to downsize your house and make the move into a retirement village – well done! Sometimes making the decision is the hardest part.

When beginning to explore aged care and finding out more about how its funded, you will probably be confronted with a whole bunch of abbreviations.

The RAD and DAP are commonly used when discussing pricing in residential aged care.

An ACAT is short for an assessment completed by the Aged Care Assessment Team and an assessment must be completed for anyone to enter a government-funded aged care home.