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Caring for ageing parents
There are lots of issues we face during life’s journey. Listen to Eldernet's Director Esther Perriam offer a different perspective on this common and important topic. Find out about the things that are often not talked about.
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Implementing the Healthy Ageing Strategy
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Home & community
Am I living in a healthy home?
A healthy home is one that is warm and dry. To be considered a ‘healthy home’, it must be between 18 and 21 degrees Celsius) and have humidity levels of between 40 and 60 percent). The Healthy Homes Standards provide a set of standards that the home you live in...
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I need extra support at home. What options are available?
It's normal to worry when you find you are struggling with day-to-day tasks. It can feel like you've lost a sense of control over your life. Yet, worry can be a motivating force too. Many people find that being clearer about what might be going on for them, such as...
Home & community
What do I need to do to prepare for a respite short stay?
This response assumes you are either privately paying for this service or have been assessed and are eligible for a subsidy. You are readying for a respite short stay in a care home. 1. The first thing to do, is to determine how you will pay for the service. If...
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Health Equip - Mobility aids & useful products
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