Considerations When Selecting an Aged Care Facility

27 October 2015
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Making the decision to relocate a loved one to an aged care facility is not usually an easy one. As the primary care giver, you will probably struggle with feeling guilt as some people associate this with abandoning their geriatric relatives. However, a good nursing facility can make all the difference between your older relative thriving and not getting enough stimulation during their golden years. This is especially true if you have a busy lifestyle and career, and thus cannot devote as much time as you would like into the care of your loved one. Read More

Living the independent life

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I'm still pretty independent, and I think I'm a pretty good example of how to live independently as a senior. I mean, I've even learnt how to send messages to the grandkids, which is pretty good for an old duck like me! I am finding it pretty hard to care for my husband these days though, as he is getting really unsteady on his feet. I'm researching the different options to see whether we can live together still or whether he'll need to go into a different facility to me when we move out. It's a big decision, so I'm keeping all of my thoughts and research here on this blog.