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Your Dementia Care rights

September30

Everyone should have access to care that respects their choices and helps them enjoy quality of life. But this is sadly not every Australian’s experience, as the recent Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has shown us. What is the Charter of Aged Care Rights? When you are provided with government-funded aged care services, you are entitled to feel safe and be treated with respect. You should also have choice and control over the services you receive. At Home Caring, we believe all of our clients have a right to feel safe, comfortable and empowered while receiving our…

Great care helps restore Kim Anh’s heart

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September10

Great care is about supporting the whole person: their body, mental health, social needs, and last but not least, their heart. Someone who has experienced the power of this kind of holistic care – and how it can truly change your life for the better – is Kim Anh. Kim Anh migrated to Australia from Vietnam in 1985 and devoted herself to raising her four children. In recent years, though, she’s faced her fair share of hardship. After her long marriage ended, Kim Anh experienced depression and struggled to find people she could confide in. Her health also started to…

Client story: care gives client new lease on life

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September01

On a sunny day, Que loves nothing better than to spend time out in nature with his carer, Thuy. The pair often go for leisurely walks, laughing and chatting with each other as they stroll amongst the greenery of Sydney’s suburban south west. “Being at home can be boring sometimes, so I’m always happy when Thuy arrives, as I can chat with her about anything,” says Que. Thuy agrees. “Walking isn’t just about the exercise; it’s also about companionship,” she says. “We have a good chat when we’re out. I ask him questions about his life, and he tells me…

The time is right to check out the revolutionary Home Caring franchise model

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August31

Australia is an ageing population, and while generational change is putting a strain on the public sector, allied health franchise Home Caring is helping eagle-eyed entrepreneurs make the most of a growing industry. Currently in Australia the demand for aged care and home care providers far outweighs the number of registered offerings. The Covid-19 crisis has resulted in people preferring care at home. Between March and July 2020 Home Caring has increased the number of hours serviced by more than 100 per cent. As the country’s median age increases, more Australians will require home care services, making the opportunity more…

20 self-care tips during COVID-19 if you have a disability

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August10

Social distancing at home can be tough if you are living with a disability. But whatever your situation, there are plenty of things you can do to help you stay healthy, happy and connected. Here’s 20 ideas to get you started. Stay in touch with your doctors. Your health is important, so it’s important to keep your regular appointments and get help if you need it. If you are unable to go in person, call your doctor. Most GPs offer telehealth services, so you can receive care through phone or video conferencing. Talk to your someone if you’re feeling sad…

The importance of diversity in at home care

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July24

There are many things our clients love about Candy Hu: her kind nature, her expertise as a registered nurse, the way she finds joy in helping people. At the top of the list, though, is the case manager’s ability to easily connect with people in Mandarin and Cantonese. Australia is fast becoming one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world. In 2016, 1 in 3 older Australians were born overseas, while across the general population, 20% speak a language other than English at home, with Mandarin the top non-English language, followed by Arabic, Cantonese and Vietnamese. This has…

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Your Dementia Care rights

Great care helps restore Kim Anh’s heart

Client story: care gives client new lease on life

The time is right to check out the revolutionary Home Caring franchise model

20 self-care tips during COVID-19 if you have a disability

The importance of diversity in at home care