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25.01.2022 It's possible to take your loved one out of aged care to look after them at home for a period of time or indefinitely. This is particularly relevant during a pandemic crisis. You can also move them to a different aged care home if that is your preference.

23.01.2022 Some call it the silly season, others call it the festive season but I call this time of year aged care season. It’s a time when families come together, maybe for the first time since last Christmas, and realise that Mum or Dad or both need some (or a lot of) care and support. So, if your family gathering turns into a conversation about what are we going to do with Mum? here’s my tips for navigating the aged care season. 1. Talk about it. Conversations about care can be ...hard. Maintaining good communication and having a with you rather than to you attitude can make the transition easier for everyone. 2. Get an ACAT. The first step in accessing a Home Care Package, respite or moving to an aged care facility is to have an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment. It’s free and easy process but you can be waiting many weeks, sometimes months, at busy times. 3. Care at Home. There’s a range of home care services, including Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Home Care Packages, DVA services and private care services. 4. Take a Break. Respite in an aged care facility can give carers a much-needed break. It is also a great way for you to try before you buy. 5. Do the Downsize. Retirement villages and land lease communities are becoming a popular choice for people who need some care because they provide the independence to do what you can for yourself with care and support for things that you can’t (or don’t want to) do. 6. Research your options. Whether you are considering downsizing to a Retirement Village or Land Lease Community or a move into residential aged care you need to do your research, take a tour, join in an activity or attend an open day. 7. Pension Changes. If you receive a pension make sure you understand the impact of your move on your pension and other entitlements such as rent assistance and concession cards. 8. Timing. If you are a member of a couple then timing your move into aged care can make a significant difference to your cost of aged care. Be sure to understand the impact of moving together or separately (even a day apart). 9. Know the rights and wrongs of granny flats. Family looking after family is not a new concept but such arrangements can have serious implications on your pension, tax, ability to fund care and estate planning. 10. Have a trusted Attorney. An Enduring Power of Attorney enables a trusted person, rather than a tribunal or a court, to make decisions for you when you can’t. Make sure you have one. 11. Estate Plan. A good estate plan is more than just a will it considers assets that will be part of the estate and those that won’t and provides a clear document of your wishes. 12. Get Advice. Crunching all of the numbers can be complex. Advice from a Retirement Living and Aged Care Specialist will ensure you understand the choices available, strategies to make the move affordable and there are no nasty surprises down the track. The Aged Care Gurus

18.01.2022 Here is a link to the Dept of Health information for home carers. Although it is mainly for professionals providing care to the elderly in their own homes, there are quite a few vital tips for family and friends caring for the elderly at home. https://www.health.gov.au//coronavirus-covid-19-guide-for-

14.01.2022 Caring for our senior citizens in Aged Care Facilities.

14.01.2022 We are here to help you during this CoVID-19 time. It is difficult for people to visit Aged Care Facilities and meet with Home Care Providers at the moment. We understand that. Through our extensive first hand knowledge of providers we can assist you to make assessments remotely. We have visited and assessed many homes and interviewed home care providers over the past few years. We have an established network and can shortlist, provide photos or virtual tours of available roo...ms, and provide you with pricing for all services including home care. We also have access to calculators to give you an idea of what you may have to financially contribute for services. With each day that passes, more is being understood about CoVID-19. We take this opportunity to reassure you that Twin Ways is staying abreast of developments within the industry and the Homes on a daily basis. This ensures we are providing the safest environment possible for you in accordance with the advice of the relevant health authorities. You can chat with us under CONTACT US through: http://twinwaysconsulting.net/ If you are feeling isolated you may like to join our face book group to discuss issues with other people in your situation: Family, Friends and Carers of the Elderly https://www.facebook.com/groups/2543513365678621/

03.01.2022 A Valentine's Day story