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25.01.2022 As a way to support and raise awareness around Dementia during Dementia Awareness Month, LiveWell Care attended the Enabling EDIE Interactive Workshop run by Alzheimer's Australia Vic. This experience had a profound impact and reinforced how changes in our communication, behaviour and environment can benefit people living with dementia and their loved ones. We would strongly recommend this Workshop to anyone living with or caring for a person living with Dementia.

25.01.2022 This fabulous article explores some of the unexpected positives of ageing - sometimes we can surprise ourselves; discovering hidden interests and talents as we grow older (and wiser!) http://bit.ly/2fkxNCg

23.01.2022 Woolworths and some IGA's introduce shopping hour (7am to 8am) exclusively for older people and those living with disabilities https://10daily.com.au//woolworths-introduces-shopping-hou

22.01.2022 The introduction of Aged Care Quality Standards and Charter of Aged Care Rights empower consumers to explore Home Care Package provider options. We urge aged care consumers to be proactive when it comes to asserting their rights and making decisions about their care. #agedcare #homecare #homecarepackage #homecareproviders

21.01.2022 Free Lockdown Learning. University of Tasmania are providing free online course ‘Preventing Dementia’. Preventing Dementia is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), offering university-quality education about the latest research in dementia risk and protective factors. The free course provides an opportunity to engage with the perspectives of a global community, without requiring exams or assignments.

20.01.2022 Dying to know. COVID-19 has provided a platform to discuss Advanced Care Planning and to reassure us that there is choice at the end of life. Do your loved ones know what your wishes are?

20.01.2022 Older Australians want more choice and control over their home care, clear information about fees and quality, and independent advice to help navigate the system, according to new research hailed by LiveWell Care as further proof of the need for funded navigation support to be built into the aged care system. https://cprc.org.au//choosing-care-the-difficulties-in-na/

19.01.2022 There has been a shift in aged care to the 'salutogenic approach' which focuses on factors that support health and wellbeing, rather than pathogenic factors that cause disease and ill-health. The salutogenic approach takes us beyond problems and symptoms towards joy, happiness, enthusiasm, hope, and even excitement.

18.01.2022 Assistance with food and meals for older Australians impacted by COVID-19 Many providers under My Aged Care, such as Meals on Wheels, can assist you with access to regular food supplies and prepared meals. If you are in urgent need of support, you can call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 and they can refer you directly to these services in your local area. If you are not registered with My Aged Care and you are aged 65 years or over, you can call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. My Aged Care will ask you some questions to help you register. Access to prepared meal services can be set up quickly for up to 6 weeks without the need for an assessment. If you are already receiving aged care services, you can also arrange this directly with your provider.

15.01.2022 There are currently over 88,000 people waiting for a Home Care Package in Australia. Given the length of waiting periods required to access a care package how will you decide whether to join the queue or go private? Here's a summary of the latest data released by the Government earlier this week: https://goo.gl/8wRnUU

14.01.2022 Choose Life; living well with risk. Dignity of Risk is about choosing how you want to live your life. Does taking risks make peoples lives better? Starrett Lodge in NSW is a great example of person centred care in practice, where the concept of dignity of risk is explored daily and encouraged. This inspiring, award winning short film provides a fresh perspective.

13.01.2022 Australians trying to access aged care services would get more face-to-face support as part of the Royal Commissions proposed overhaul of the system. https://www.canberratimes.com.au//more-face-to-face-help-/

12.01.2022 A rare opportunity for people to see inside a home where people are living with, and dealing with, a person with dementia and caring for them full time. Available now on ABC iview.

10.01.2022 In supporting our clients get 'approval' for Government funded Home Care Packages, they are often shocked at the length of time required to wait until a Home Care Package is 'allocated' to them. The below article sheds light on the length of time consumers are waiting for support.

09.01.2022 "Navigating aged care requires an older person and their carer to make difficult emotional, financial, health and housing-related decisions, often under stress and time pressures, and with limited prior exposure to the system. It is obvious to us that there should be more services made available to people to navigate aged care. Having a single front door to the aged care system is a positive change, but help to find that door and then navigate the labyrinth beyond is required. People need integrated, face-to-face support and linking services, with local knowledge, to help them access the right service." https://agedcare.royalcommission.gov.au//interim-report-vo

07.01.2022 Research confirms the need for one-on-one support and advocacy to help consumers understand the aged care system and the range of services available to meet their individual needs. http://bit.ly/2yy1lFc

07.01.2022 There are a number of tweaks you can make to your home to help people with dementia remain living independently for longer. This BBC video explores a house in the UK designed especially to help people with dementia. Lighter carpets and carefully chosen paint colours are just some of the tweaks that you can make which can keep people with dementia living independently for longer - saving both families and local authorities money in care fees. https://www.bbc.com//dementia-an...d-how-to-change-your-house #dementia #homecare #independentliving #agedcare

07.01.2022 Struggling to find a home care package provider? You are not alone. Research conducted by Consumer Policy Research Centre (CPRC) and the University of South Australia show 60% of home care recipients were unable to navigate the system alone. Independent Aged Care consultants LiveWell Care can help. http://medicalrepublic.com.au/how-aged-care-agencies-/25762

07.01.2022 Always a hot topic of conversation amongst our clients. This article published mid-August in the New York Times is as relevant here in Australia - if you have one, what's your plan?

06.01.2022 How can we make it easier for consumers to exercise choice and control when choosing a Home Care Provider and at the same time increase the responsiveness of My Aged Care with regard to the assignment of Home Care Packages? View our recommendations here: https://goo.gl/JaoqK2

06.01.2022 In March of this year we were lucky enough to present to the Federal Minister of Aged Care, the Hon Ken Wyatt, as a representative of The Association of Age Service Professionals. The discussion paper highlights the impacts of recent reforms and how policy makers can make it easier for consumers to exercise CHOICE & CONTROL. Feedback on the discussion paper was so positive that we were inspired to start this community, where we hope to bring clarity and comfort to those navigating the Aged Care system. https://goo.gl/c3fMBc

05.01.2022 Here at LiveWell Care we are committed to supporting older people, their carers and loved ones, make informed choices relating to their care arrangements - so they can remain living in their own home for as long as possible. Angus Kerr our Director explains some of the ways LiveWell Care helps clients achieve their best care outcomes.

02.01.2022 Older Australians are feeling particularly vulnerable and isolated. It does not take much effort or time to make a big difference to their experience during this unsettling period. This long weekend is the perfect time to reach out. #surviveandthrive #community #isolation #seniors

01.01.2022 Is it time to review the performance of your Home Care Package provider? http://www.livewellcare.com.au/home-care-provider-performi/