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23.01.2022 Are you feeling uncertain and confused about yours or a loved one's aged care? This short video shows how a Financial Advisor with aged care experience can help you identify and navigate through your options. I am a specialist Aged Care Financial Advisor working exclusively in this complicated and sensitive area. Please call me on 0431 414 799 for a confidential discussion of your aged care needs.

22.01.2022 Take control of your future....The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety cited ‘a reluctance to think ahead or plan for older age’ as one of the factors contributing to negative outcomes in aged care. Don’t wait until the decision is out of your hands. I am an Accredited Aged Care Professional that can help you take control of your future. Contact me on 0431 414 799 to discuss your aged care needs.

22.01.2022 This is a great initiative from "Swinburne's Wellbeing Clinic for Older Adults" with the launch of a "Telehealth Counselling and Support Service for Residential Aged Care". The service provides emotional support to residents, their family members and aged care workers during the Coronavirus pandemic. This free counselling and support service - available via phone call or video conferencing - is a friendly voice that can really give a lift to an aged care resident. Contact them via methods provided in their site...

17.01.2022 Lower deeming rates are here The fall in deeming rates is a piece of good news. While this may help improve cashflow for some retirees through higher pension payments and lower aged care fees, there may be a delay in seeing the benefit flow through to you. Have a read of the below 'Lower deeming rates are here' article (click on the link) or call me on 0431 414 799 for help.... https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track

16.01.2022 Thinking about how to access aged care support? The www.myagedcare.gov.au/ website is where you can find out about all your aged care options and how they can be accessed. You can find out how to take the first step which is typically obtaining an ACAT assessment. The site has information on the assessment process and a link to apply online. You can search for local in-home care providers that may enable you to stay in your home for longer. ... If you need residential aged care, you can search for approved providers in your area. You can also search by room type (e.g. single room with an ensuite) and specialisations required (e.g. Dementia). A recent addition is the residential care providers compliance rating which can now be found more easily. If you need help working out how to cover the aged care costs (initial and ongoing daily fees), please email [email protected] or call me on 0431 414 799 for a confidential discussion.

16.01.2022 Adviser Ratings is a valuable information source about Financial Adviser performance. Please review my listing and if I have helped you with financial planning, I would really appreciate if you would spend a minute and leave a rating.

11.01.2022 Solving the RAD Jigsaw Rent or buy? This is your effective choice when deciding how to pay for a room in residential aged care. But pulling together all the considerations to make the choice on your own is like solving a jigsaw puzzle without the lid of the box. Make an appointment to talk to me today for advice to help solve the puzzle. Please click the link to read an article on RADs, or call me on 0431 414 799. ... https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review

11.01.2022 Is aged care getting an unfair media rap? The fear of COVID-19 spread has made many people afraid to move into residential care. But is it a real problem, or just a bad media rap? A recent Government report shows that despite the deaths from COVID-19, in the first seven months of this year, around 1,000 fewer aged care residents passed away than in the same period last year. This is likely due to lower rates of influenza and infection control protocols.... The report also shows that out of the 2,706 residential aged care services in Australia, only 213 had experienced any COVID-19 infections (at 11 September), with 98 of these having only one case. And most have been in Victoria. Overall, the proportion of all aged care residents in Australia who passed away with COVID was 0.32% (this compared to 5.3% in the UK). One of the hardest aspects this year has been the need to isolate and that has restricted family visits. Technology may help to stay in touch, but it doesn’t always replace a hug. Whatever your fears, the most important thing is to keep safe and to ensure our loved ones access the best care, in a suitable environment. There are no guarantees in life, but informed decision-making can help remove some stress. Look at all your options, including residential care. If you or a family member needs care now, or in the near future, give me a call on 0431 414 799 to discuss your options, the processes and the financial implications.

09.01.2022 It’s good news for Aussie men! ANU research* shows Aussie men live longer than men in any other country. From birth, men live to an average of 74.1 years. But as these are only averages, 50% of men should expect a longer life. ... This makes it ever more important for Aussie men to think about aged care and frailty planning. Follow the below link to 'Stay in control with a frailty plan' and call me on 0431 414 79 to start your planning today. https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review * Study conducted in 2019 and published in the journal Population Studies.

09.01.2022 The key Estate Planning documents are Wills, Powers of Attorney and Guardianships. There are plenty of reasons why many of us put off preparing an Estate Plan. If that's you, then I encourage you to place these documents high up on your 'To Do' list. Planning Ahead Tools is a NSW Government resource for your Estate Planning options. Spend a minute to watch 'Nan's Story', which highlights that being someone's Husband or Wife does not necessarily give you the powers to act th...at you might think. If you do not have these documents prepared when they are required, a court or tribunal may need to appoint someone to make decisions for you. This is often a poor outcome for you and your family. I recommend you make an appointment to see a Solicitor and discuss your Estate Planning needs and objectives.

08.01.2022 Don’t go it aloneseek advice from an ACS Accredited Aged Care Adviser. Accessing the right care for your loved one can be daunting. I am an #ACSAccredited AgedCareAdviser and can take the stress and complexity out of your aged care journey. Follow this link to find out how... https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track

07.01.2022 An Industry Code for 'Visiting Residential Aged Care Homes during COVID-19' has been released today. Please have a read if you are wanting information on visiting a friend or family member in aged care. The care provider will be aware of the new code which will also provide them with some guidance on accepting visitors.

02.01.2022 Avoid aged care planning at a time of crisis Most #agedcare decisions are made in time critical, stressful situations. Families who can plan ahead and have honest conversations about the needs of their loved one, will have the best opportunity to find appropriate care. Planning for and talking about #agedcare ensures well-informed decisions are made for those in their #frailtyyears, reducing stress and uncertainty.... As an #ACSAccreditedAgedCareProfessional, I help my clients understand the complexity and costs of care and how to pull all the pieces together. Want to find out more? Click the below link to download my one-page family action plan, or contact me via the Send Message button below. https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track

02.01.2022 This short video from humansofagedcare.com.au highlights some of the amazing people working in residential care homes. I can speak from personal experience. My Mum needed aged care support at the start of the year and you can be sure I had very high expectations for her care. My expectations though were proven to be pretty basic. The facility caring for Mum amazed me on a daily basis. One of many examples is when I saw a nurse talking to a resident and she didn't know I wa...s there...seeing her lean in and give the resident the warmest of hugs was beautiful. You may be concerned about yourself or a loved one moving into aged care. I can only encourage you to take a tour of local aged care homes and ask questions / look around. You may be pleasantly surprised. As always, please call me on 0431 414 799 for a confidential discussion of yours or a loved one's aged care needs. https://youtu.be/gc20QszvWJM