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Next week is Dementia Action Week, 16-22 September. There are around 470,000 individuals living with dementia and 1.6 million people
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Next week is Dementia Action Week, 16-22 September. There are around 470,000 individuals living with dementia and 1.6 million people
Recently celebrating the festive season with family, it may have become apparent to you that your ageing loved ones are
Concentric Rehabilitation offers a variety of services to the residents of Homestyle Aged Care. The first fully-equipped specialist rehabilitation gym
Homestyle Aged Care opened its latest home, Sunset Views Manor, located in Melbourne’s booming outer Western suburb of Tarneit in
Caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia is challenging and can be demanding and stressful. Whilst we can be
Whilst cancer is a concern at any age, the disease is especially prevalent in the elderly. There are statistics and
Hip Replacement Surgery is a procedure that replaces a worn out or damaged hip joint. Damaged bone and cartilage are
Eating healthy nutritious meals are important for everyone, but it is not always possible to make healthy food choices. Whilst
In order for our elderly loved ones to maintain their dignity and feelings of self-worth as they age, it is
The final phase of the dying process is often referred to as ‘Active Dying’. When the time is near for your
Overview Duty of care – what does it imply? Is it different from standard of care? Here we explore what
Ageing can often inhibit activities that, once upon a time, used to be so simple and easy. For instance, even
According to the World Health Organization, in 2020, there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths
Living with dementia is not easy, as it can take a toll on every aspect of a person’s life. It’s
Dehydration is never good for anyone, but it’s worse for the elderly as it can easily affect the ability of
It can be difficult to come up with excursions and activity ideas to enjoy with your elderly loved ones in
Foot care is most likely not your first priority when thinking about your overall health and staying healthy, but it
Oedema is swelling, caused by excess fluid trapped in one’s body tissues. The swelling can be from an injury or
This Week 2nd – 8th August is National Stroke Week. Stroke is a leading killer and cause of permanent disability
Grief can be debilitating and an extremely difficult emotion to cope with at any age. Imagine being elderly and having
Nola moved into Homestyle Rowville Manor after suffering a stroke in August 2020. Her care needs in hospital were deemed
If you were to request a game of Totem Tennis with 83 year old Rowvillle Manor Resident Pat, be warned,
It is the discussion that no-one ever really wants to have, but the reality is, it is far better to
Whilst a Hernia can happen at any age, they are more common among the elderly. Left untreated, a Hernia can
When Anne had a stroke in late October 2020, her original prognosis was that she would not walk again. However, by
Whilst the majority of Autism diagnoses are made for children and teens, it is not uncommon for older people to
Feeling good, as well as confident about yourself, contributes to our health, wellbeing and happiness. As we age, our hair
Oral health is a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. The impact of poor oral health
Our recent Stage Four Lockdown in Melbourne, after a devastating second wave of Coronavirus, bought to light some remarkable unsung
In the first month of Joan’s arrival as a new resident at our Rowville Manor home, she was met by
Loneliness is most common in those aged over 75 and younger people, but more recently because of the pandemic, it
There is no doubt that keeping the elderly connected, especially during this difficult time in a pandemic, is challenging but
Arthritis in the elderly is painful, uncomfortable and can be debilitating. It brings with it a decrease in mobility, which
It is Dementia Action Week this week and there are almost 460,000 Australians living with dementia. Dementia is a progressive disease
An elderly person may initially present for instance, with a feeling of sadness and teariness, but how do you know
Stroke is a leading killer and cause of permanent disability in the elderly in Australia. A stroke occurs when the
As we age, our hearts change and those aged over 65 are more susceptible to stroke, heart attack, coronary heart
It’s been a frustrating few months for our Residents and Families at Point Cook Manor. Covid19 precautions have made regular
Self-esteem is important for anyone, but as you age with declining health issues and being less mobile, self-esteem and confidence
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a condition of the central nervous system, interfering with nerve impulses within the brain, spinal cord
As we age, we burn fewer calories and become less mobile and our lifestyles change. Good nutrition and
Anxiety is often underdiagnosed and undertreated in the elderly because it can develop gradually, and the symptoms may not be
Combating Elderly Isolation, especially in the current climate, is no doubt challenging, but there are ways you can help to
Age related visual impairment is a major health issue among the elderly. As we get older, the normal function of
Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological condition. The age of diagnosis is usually around 65 years, and it does not
Even as we age, we still want to look our best. Our hair is an important part of how we
Meet Nicole, our fabulous on-site hairdresser at Homestyle Point Cook Manor! Nicole has twenty nine years’ experience as a hairdresser
Those over 65 years of age are more susceptible to suffering heat related illnesses during hot weather. What are the
Pneumonia is a relatively common and sometimes fatal infection of the lungs – it can be viral, bacterial or fungal.
Cancer recently overtook cardiovascular disease as the primary cause of death in Australia and is undeniably a disease of age.
A healthy, pumping heart is essential to life, providing nutrients and oxygen to the body’s cells. The food we eat,
Stroke is one of the most significant health challenges among the elderly in Australia, particularly women. It is a leading
We all know that the health benefits of exercise are numerous, so what happens to those who have impaired mobility
As we age, the importance of good nutrition is paramount to ensuring optimal health and well-being, particularly given our nutritional
There are various early signs of dementia, however they are subtle and may not be immediately obvious. Early symptoms will
Proper nutrition is vital in order to enjoy good health at all stages of life. As we age our metabolism
Found to be as big a risk to one’s health as smoking and obesity, it has been suggested that loneliness
It is known that around 25% of individuals living in aged care facilities have diabetes. Care of the elderly with
How do you help your elderly loved ones to cope with the effects of arthritis, especially during the cooler months
Moving into Aged Care is a big enough adjustment in one’s life, but can you imagine the thought of having
If you’ve been more than a little concerned about an elderly loved one displaying behaviours that are not normal for
When you consider that falls are the leading cause of injury in people aged 65 and over, and that one
Our hearing capacity, as we age, can diminish. Typically, both men and women start to lose their hearing between the
Hot weather places a great deal of stress on the body and in particular on our elderly. The heat
Lifestyle Manager, Alana O’Keefe, thought that there must be a better way for dementia residents to keep in touch with
Every 4 weeks the men at Clarendon Grange receive an invitation secured to their bathroom mirror. They are invited to
If your loved one needs dementia care in Aged Care because they have been recently diagnosed with dementia, it is certainly
Its often after a family gathering or occasion when adult children haven’t seen their ageing parents for a while that
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If you’ve made the difficult decision to move your parent(s) into Aged Care Geelong Providers and you’ve decided to go it alone, without an
Next week is Dementia Action Week, 16-22 September. There are around 470,000 individuals living with dementia and 1.6 million people involved in their care in
The recent morning chill and lower daytime temperatures has us all having to acclimatise to the cold once again. Older people are less physically active,