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24.01.2022 Are you or someone you know getting ready to start their aged care journey, but unsure where to start? We have lots of useful information about the regions we service and the types of care we offer on our website or feel free to contact one of our friendly staff members. Visit upa.org.au for more information.

22.01.2022 We came across this yummy looking slow cooker beef stew and just had to share it with you. With the colder weather joining us, hearty meals are usually on the menu for dinner. This recipe is stocked full of veggies and broth... perfect for winter.

21.01.2022 Do you or someone you love need a little extra help with daily living? If you think the time has come to look at getting some help, a chat with your local GP is a step in the right direction. They will be able to advise you of where your local Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) is or you can call the Aged Care Information Line on 1800 200 422.... You can also get more information on our website - upa.org.au/home/aged-care/

18.01.2022 Whether you are catching up over a video call, heading to the backyard for a picnic or taking a well-deserved break. We would like to wish all mums and carers a Happy Mothers Day and thank you for all that you do. Enjoy your day, from the UPA Team.

17.01.2022 Did you know today marks International Nurses Day? If you have a friend or family member who is cared for or works as a Registered Nurse? Join us in thanking them for all the wonderful work they do! by Pinterest

15.01.2022 Now that we are coming into the cooler months, it is vital to keep boosting our immunities, there are lots of ways of doing this than upping our dose in Vitamin C. - Eat more yoghurt - Reduce salt intake - Get outside more... - Eat more mushrooms Click on the link below to find out some more ways to improve your immunity this winter. https://tinyurl.com/y87klnf2

15.01.2022 As the nights get darker and the weather gets cooler, we often find ourselves staying indoors more. During this time, it is important to keep our minds busy! We found this great online jigsaw website where you can do thousands of jigsaw puzzles online for free! Click on the link below to get started www.jigsawexplorer.com/ ... by livescience.com

15.01.2022 This Anzac Day will be like no other, due to the coronavirus restrictions, it has lead to the cancellation of nationwide Anzac Day services, with only a few private dawn services still going ahead. Join ABC as they broadcast, live, the National Commemorative Service, from the war memorial in Canberra at 5:30am this Anzac Day. This service will also include a one minute silence at approximately 6:00am. To find out more, head over to their website ... shorturl.at/auAD7 See more

15.01.2022 Have you been wanting to take up painting but feel like your painting skills are not up to scratch? Look no further than painting by numbers! Did you know there are many sites online that sell these painting by number kits? ... All you have to do is pick a painting you wish to paint and paint each number with the same numbered paint colour - It's as simple as that... everyone can be artists! by artnet news

15.01.2022 With Easter right around the corner, we searched high and low for the best Easter cupcake recipe and we think we have found it! Get creative in the kitchen with this recipe.

12.01.2022 Although our day to day may be different our team of dedicated staff are still here to help with your enquiries. Head over to our website to view our full range of services, updated information and resources on Covid-19 and get to know us better. We look forward to hearing from you.

10.01.2022 As we are in the early stages of winter, those of you that are dealing with Arthritis would know that the cooler months can make managing symptoms more difficult. There are lots of easy ways to help make things a little easier, such as; exercising, maintain a healthy weight and diet, drink lots of green tea and alternate between ice packs and hot packs on your joints.

09.01.2022 Do you have a loved one that requires some extra help at home, but not full care assistance? Our home care services can range from; personal care, household cleaning, meal preparation, shopping, social outings & activities and more. For more information, head over to our website --> upa.org.au

08.01.2022 Although our day to day operations may be different during this time, our team of dedicated staff are still here to help you with your enquiries. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us, visit our website to learn more about the services UPA provides. We look forward to hearing from you. ... www.upa.org.au See more

08.01.2022 There are strict social distancing measures and restrictions in place at the moment and it is more important than ever to look after our mental health. Staying physically active is an important part of maintaining good health, both physically and mentally. Check out this article we found online that outlines perfect ways to incorporate exercise into your ISO routine.

06.01.2022 What if I only need care for a short time? This is known as respite care. Respite is temporary accommodation in an aged care home, which may be a result of a number of reasons, such as; - In an emergency situation... - You are wanting to try out a home to see if you like it before moving permanently - Someone who cares for you might be going away on a holiday or are unavailable for a period of time If you would like to find out more, head over to our website --> https://tinyurl.com/y9d4wj5e

05.01.2022 Staying active is key if you want to maintain good mental health. Whilst we are all still encouraged to stay at home, it can be difficult to include exercise into our day to day routine. We have found an informative blog that outlines resistance band exercises that can all be done from the comfort of your home, see below.

04.01.2022 During this isolation period, it is imperative that we look after our mental health. There are so many ways we can do this... whether it is reading your favourite book, getting creative or just simply doing the things that we love to do. One thing, we love to do, is sitting down with a cup of tea and diving into a great jigsaw puzzle! ... There are thousands of jigsaw puzzles for sale and range from 500 pieces to 42,000 pieces.

04.01.2022 Did you it's National Volunteer Week? Volunteer Week is a time to acknowledge the dedication and time volunteers donate, a selfless act which helps others. They deserve to be celebrated.

03.01.2022 COVID-19 has affected us all in some way and with Australia flattening the curve (at this current time), lifting some of the restrictions are not too far away... It is in our best interest to keep practising #covidkindness and check in on others who may need extra care, a person to talk to or just simply wanting to keep connected. We shared this interesting article not too long ago that was published by the red cross is worth a read. Click on the link below.

01.01.2022 We would like to wish everyone, a very happy & safe Easter. From the UPA Team.