Tag Archive for: aged care
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Connection is Essential to Australia’s Longevity Boom
Australia’s ageing population means a need for connection and community as well as skilled and dedicated aged care workers.
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This Simple Act Can Really Make Your Life Count
Among charities that offer friendship to the elderly, it’s the students, young mums and other volunteers who say they benefit most.
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‘Old People’s Home for 4 Year Olds’ Coming to a Suburb Near You
Could an encounter between the elderly and preschoolers transform the lives of both generations? UNSW researches.
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Carer Fatigue and Burnout: What Is and What To Do
If you you or someone you know may be experiencing carer fatigue or burnout, it is important to take some action, writes Katelyn Tasker.