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Aged Care Ready

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25.01.2022 Is the pandemic [or otherwise] making in-person consultations unachievable at the moment? It’s no surprise that Covid-19 has thrown a few spanners into the work; it’s affected relationships within aged care facilities, mental and physical health and the ability to seek services and advice from businesses like ours. That’s why we wanted to remind our lovely clients that we are available via video call. It’s not quite as personable as the real thing, but we didn’t want our clie...nts to transition into aged care unsupported. For us as a business, the Covid-19 pandemic has helped us pivot and grow. With new systems and processes in place, the pandemic has enabled us to go nationwide, not just during lockdown, but permanently. For more information, please chat with the wonderful Aged Care Ready team. We can’t wait to help you and your loved ones

21.01.2022 Honesty is the best policy! Our ethos is to determine the best care options for the people that means the most to you. We want to fully understand our clients, what makes them unique and what their values are. Our strategy-based advice aims to be practical, offer solutions to the various aged care niches and result in genuine, detailed reports about carers and facilities. We would never want to recommend anywhere we wouldn’t trust ourselves, and we conduct proper research for... our clients. For more support and to find out more about us, join our Facebook Ageing Parents Support group today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ageingparentssupport/

19.01.2022 At Aged Care Ready, we are nurses, which is why we work so well hand in hand with financial planners. It's also the reason why we strongly suggest that all of our clients and family representatives get financial advice from an accredited aged care financial planner. Just like a Financial Planner should never give advice on what facility you should select based on your care needs, we don't give any financial advice. We work with your Financial Planner to negotiate your desire...d outcome with your chosen facility. It's because of questions surrounding means testing and aged care pensions that you need to get this advice. It's so complicated, and if you make a mistake when doing it yourself, Centrelink isn't going to approach you to fix it. So with that being said, how does means testing effect the aged care pension? Naomi had a chat with Financial Planner, Patrick Curlis from Mint Financial to find out.

16.01.2022 During Covid-19, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to start considering aged care facilities for loved ones. There is *a lot* to consider! Here is a good place to start. Location [Is there more to do nearby? Is it close to a park or the beach? Is it more secluded and quiet? Is it more accessible for loved ones to visit when they wish?] People [Are close friends or loved ones residing in the same home/area? What level of care is provided by staff?] The prov...ider [Will this suit your loved one’s lifestyle? Have they been reviewed well? Does it utilise your funding package effectively?] Already wondering what is the right match for your loved one’s needs? That’s where I can help you navigate this important [but often overwhelming] decision. The team at Aged Care Ready will help to select two to three aged care facility options for your to consider. We do all the heavy lifting so you have all of the right information to make an informed decision. We’d love to chat about your loved ones needs today! Give us a call on 1300 023 589, or click the 'book now' button to organise a time for a chat - Australia wide!

15.01.2022 Having a registered nurse on your side can make all the difference when choosing a facility for your loved ones. At Aged Care Ready, we pride ourselves on ensuring we find the best solution for you and your family. Our consultants are registered nurses, Kaitlyn and Naomi will be with you every step of the way to ensure you are supported and heard throughout the entire process. Kaitlyn and Naomi can identify and explain all the factors in aged care facilities that you might not be aware of or know how to look for. Did you know? We also have a FREE Guide to choosing a facility! Message our page or comment below and we'll send one to you.

08.01.2022 If you’re ready to start discussing aged care options for yourself or for a loved one, speaking to us can make the process easier. We are always here to answer all of your questions and help guide you. It’s the perfect solution if you’ve just started to research your options in regards to aged care or in-home care. We can help understand your requirements, needs and how we could get there together. Sometimes, it helps just to talk to someone and make the whole process less overwhelming [because we’ve seen how emotional the journey can be we’ve got you!] Give us a call today on 1300 023 589 or message us to book in.

08.01.2022 Do you know what care options are available for your family? The team at Aged Care Ready [who love helping the Australian community] assist clients with transitioning from home to aged care, seeking in-home care or aged care facilities. There is simply no option that fits all needs! Dealing with so many families choosing the right aged care facility or in-home care package, we’ve never had two cases alike. That’s why at Aged Care Ready we pride ourselves on providing extrem...ely personalised service. For more information about the services, we can assist you with, head over to the Aged Care Ready website or give us a call. agedcareready.com.au 1300 023 589

07.01.2022 Do you find yourself wanting to learn the ins and outs of aged care? Do you have questions about the transition from home to external care? We hear you! Our Aged Care Ready podcast is here to clarify queries and give you more in-depth knowledge about the process of moving yourself or a loved one into an aged care facility. We aim to tackle different areas of concern with each episode, including dementia, keeping active and even finances. Podcasts are great to listen to in t...he car or during walks! Being time-poor doesn’t mean that you miss out on valuable resources. Please let us know if there’s anything you want to hear us discuss for future episodes. Listen to all released episodes here: https://tinyurl.com/y7k2mchg

06.01.2022 With the colder days coming, keeping active becomes more difficult. Keeping our bodies active and healthy [at any age but even more so as we age] is crucial to our overall wellbeing. If you have a loved one who is finding it difficult to keep active, here are some of our favourite ideas: Parking a few streets away and walking when doing errands like heading to the supermarket or pharmacy Speak to a physiotherapist about creating an appropriate exercise routine for your... specific needs Giving the house a tidy keeps us moving Tai Chi or yoga is a great way to practice slow but controlled movements, working different parts of your body Having a ‘purpose’ or element of fun to exercising can motivate anyone to get their recommended 30 minutes a day, especially with ageing relatives. Lots of activities can be moderated to be low-impact if need be, to cater for any injuries or limitations. It’s also a great preventative measure for falls and pain [read more here: https://tinyurl.com/yaldsv8h]. To stay active I love to head out to the park for a short but energising walk with my family. Have you got a favourite way to stay happy and healthy? Comment down below and let us know.

06.01.2022 Have you started thinking about future care options for your parents or loved ones? Perhaps you’ve experienced some guilt as a result of this? Looking back on the happy and cherished memories you’ve shared with them, it can be disheartening to think of spending less time together. Will you be able to maintain the same relationship and enjoy your favourite activities together? It’s extremely normal to feel like this and all sorts of other emotions [there is no right way or wro...ng way to feel]. It’s the start of a new phase of life. Sometimes, additional care is needed to manage ageing and the social, physical and mental repercussions that are a result. Often I find that while families and individuals are initially reluctant to choose to move to a facility, once they get comfortable, they start to thrive and are able to enjoy things that were off-limits when living at home. Do you need to have a chat about this transition? I am always here to answer any questions you have. Head over to the Aged Care Ready website or give us a call. agedcareready.com.au 1300 023 589

05.01.2022 As Australia begins to open back up and many businesses and services that were once restricted are now operating at full or close to full capacity, it is important to understand the benefits of taking care of yourself during a time where care may be getting too much for you. Most people have heard of respite care, but not a lot understand how to access it or why it’s so beneficial. Our Aged Care Coordinator and Associate Director, Naomi Anderson, believes it’s a great alternative to permanent care for those not quite ready, or who are receiving care at home. This gives you, the carer/family a break, reducing the incidence of carers fatigue which is very common. Read more about the benefits on our blog... http://agedcareready.com.au/dont-forget-about-yourself-her/

01.01.2022 So you’ve chosen an aged care facility to send a loved one/ones to, what next? It’s important to keep in mind that an aged care facility is their new home. They will be living there under someone else’s care and will be spending the majority of time around new people and new environments. This is why ensuring they can still access their favourite pastimes [if able] is essential it positively contributes to their mental health and keeps their brain active. Try out some act...ivities/ programs run by the facility [great for socialising] Continue/ introduce an engaging and fun routine [eg. daily crossword] Regular visits/ calls from family and friends Keeping connected with the community [eg. via the library services] At Aged Care Ready, we don’t stop caring for you and your loved ones once they have moved in. We are always here for advice, expert guidance and an open heart & mind!