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Dementia is a condition that affects a person’s cognitive abilities. It is more common amongst our elderly community and when diagnosed, it can be rather stressful and overwhelming for both patient and their family members. For the latter, many worry if they are actually taking good care of their loved one with dementia. “Are they […]

Do you know that your NDIS plan will need to undergo a “plan reassessment” every now and then after it is approved? You see, your situation could have changed during the year. Incidentally, this will change the disability support you require in that you may need more supports, less supports, or a totally different kind

Consumer Directed Care is a model of service delivery designed to benefit consumers of aged care services. In February 2017, the government deregulated and made changes to the way it provides and funds Home Care Packages thanks to the implementation of Consumer Directed Care. Consumer Directed Care gives aged care consumers more choice and flexibility with

So, we all know about the benefits of physical exercise during old age. However, do you know that keeping socially engaged is equally important for the mental health, too? Studies have found that there is actually a correlation between social interaction and brain health. As one ages, being involved with others i.e. being socially engaged

We all know about the importance and benefits of exercising. However, this could prove to be a challenge if you experience limited mobility. It could be due to an injury or illness, or it could be a disability condition that limits your mobility. Weight problems may be a cause too while a large majority of

There is no denying that pet companionship does wonders to the human body, mind and soul. Dog companion is found to help build self-esteem and mental alertness tremendously amongst the seniors. It also provides an invaluable relationship that reduce loneliness, something very common among the aging community. Not limited to just mental and emotional aspects,

The workplace can be a challenging place for many. All the more so if one has a disability condition – there are days where it just became particularly difficult that giving up employment once and for all seems to be the only way out. However, work gives a sense of daily purpose. A regular job

NDIS goals set the foundation of the supports one is able to get. It goes without saying that setting good NDIS goals and objectives is therefore a very important part of developing one’s NDIS plan, something that should be given careful thought about. Deciding on what your NDIS goals are, however, challenging (daunting even) especially

To say the average population is overwhelmed with stress and anxiety by the Coronavirus is an understatement. After all, who has ever really experienced a pandemic in their lifetime? There has been loss of life and rapid changes to the way we live (to say the least), so for one to feel concerned and fearful

Incontinence is a common issue among older adults. For people with dementia, this is even more probable an occurrence. It is therefore one of the most challenging care issues found by support workers caring for people with dementia. Understanding Dementia and Incontinence Dementia, being a neurodegenerative disorder, is more than just memory issues. As the condition