Choosing between assisted living and in-home care can be a tough decision for older people and their families. The choice will ultimately come down to a number of factors, dependant on the unique circumstances of the older adult. In-home care is when seniors stay in their own home with formal or informal caregivers who assist […]
A report titled ‘Trends In Hospitalised Injury Due To Falls In Older People’ found that around 125,000 people aged 65 and over were seriously injured due to a fall in 2016–17. The most common injuries sustained were to the head (26%), and hip and thigh (22%). It has been estimated that at least one-third of […]
As we enter summer in Australia, we’re all looking forward to some time in the sunshine at the beach or the pool. Temperatures are rising, and while we all want to make the most of the warmer weather, it’s important for older adults to take care of themselves and stay cool. Older adults over the […]