It’s a misconception that as Aged Care Placement Specialists, our work is just about helping people secure a place in residential care. Our placement services explore all the options available to people, many of which involve programs delivered at home. So, what is the difference between residential care and in-home care? Residential care is for…
How finding the right aged care changed their lives. People often ask me: what does finding the right care look like? The answer is different for everyone. Most of the time, it’s a combination of consulting with professionals in the healthcare industry, and finding a placement that feels right for everyone involved. If you or…
There are many different types of aged care placement options to cater to a variety of physical and emotional needs. When it comes to aged care, not all facilities are created equal. Some facilities may combine mainstream care with dementia care, and others may have separate wings. There are types of specialist care that offer…
Paul Morton’s mother, Beverley Nielsen, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2015 at the relatively young age of 72. The disease was barely noticeable when Beverley made the transition from family home into a retirement village.
Claire’s Story Genevieve Kelly knew that the call was going to come, and she was prepared — well, prepared enough to know that she was going to immediately call on professional assistance to help with the transition. Her aunt, Claire, had been diagnosed at 64 with early onset Alzheimer’s disease. Claire’s husband was ten years…
You realised it at Christmas. You saw Mum and you saw vulnerability for the first time. Perhaps her frailty has been there for a while — but her indomitable spirit — well, okay, her stubborn nature that everything was alright and she was FINE — eased your concerns over the past year. And you’ve been…
