Aged Care Insight

07/10/2021

Have you looked into claiming your power saving bonus?

https://www.victorianenergysaver.vic.gov.au/victorias-household-energy-savings-package

For the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) Victoria updates, restrictions, travel permits and exposure sites, visit the Victorian Government’s Coronavirus website

03/07/2021

Most people know that l am a dog lover, so super happy to help out a client this morning, getting registered for My aged care. It's extra special when your client has two gorgeous fur babies.

26/06/2021

A wonderful surprise this morning. Found out l was the winner of this incredible wireless package which was part of the Echuca Moama Business 2 Business night in May and thanks to Lisa and the great crew at Switched On Electronics for donating this fabulous prize.
Heading home to play now.

01/03/2021

Do you have a good relationship with your pharmacist?

If you are starting to struggle with dosages and taking medications at the correct time then it might be worth chatting to your pharmacist to see if they can organise a webster pack to help you.

A lot of pharmacists will also be able to administer the flu vax for you.

Or maybe you need more regular Blood Pressure Monitoring, ask your pharmacist if this is something they can help you with.

And always ask if it is possible to arrange the delivery of your medication.

28/02/2021

If you have a loved one suffering from Dementia there is a wide range of resources that can be found on the Dementia Australia website. Here is the link to the resource page
https://www.dementia.org.au/resources

RESOURCE FINDER Click here to search our comprehensive database of dementia resources. Find any resource that is published on this website, in 38 languages, including Help Sheets, toolkits, guides, videos, websites, apps, brochures, infographics.

26/02/2021

If you are looking for a mobility or safety aid here are some questions to ask.

What service is offered by the provider?

Is there any warranty?

Where do I send my mobility scooter if repairs are needed?

Do you offer a replacement scooter while mine is being repaired?

How far away from the base will the alarm work?

Who is notified when my alarm goes off?

Is it an Australian company?

How long is the battery or charging life?

Who will install my aid?

And last but not least remember to ask lots of questions, your safety is number 1. Do your research.

15/02/2021

Sometimes it's hard to know what questions to ask a service provider.

I have put together just a few for you.

Hope it helps.

13/02/2021

If you are concerned about a loved one's medication running out during lockdown, call the pharmacy and ask if they are able to deliver.

08/02/2021

Great job Ballarat Council

05/02/2021

This is a beautiful story of care and dignity. Well done to all involved.

Late last year the ERH community palliative care team received a referral from Rochester and Elmore District Health Service hostel for a 93 year old gentleman by the name of Jack.
Libby, one of our palliative care nurse consultants went down to Rochester to meet with Jack and provide advice on any symptoms he may have had. What Libby discovered was that Jack had a dying wish to visit his beloved family farm in Romsey.
Jack had lived on this farm for 91 years before moving into aged care two years ago. As Jack was very frail, he was unable to travel by car and needed an ambulance transfer.
Libby made many many phone calls determined to make this happen for Jack. The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Echuca Service offered to do this free of charge under compassionate grounds.
Two days later, Jack spent the day at his farm with his family. By all reports from his family, Jack had the most wonderful day.
Jack passed peacefully away a few days later.
The family were so grateful for all of Libby’s hard work and to her surprise, some beautiful flowers were delivered to her at work the day after Jack died.
More than a few tears were shed by our team and this shows the power of health services and providers working together with patient centered care at the forefront of all that we do. Rest in peace Jack.

25/01/2021

Feeling blessed this morning. A visit to a client included watching this beauty. An absolute stunner.

23/01/2021

Ponder this for a bit....

20/01/2021

If this would benefit someone you know, encourage them to get involved.

Something for everyone.


https://www.facebook.com/902066819857684/posts/3864398546957815/

ERH are running a weekly Community Inclusion Group for members of our community who are isolated by focusing on wellbeing and building connections.
These sessions will help to develop skills that improve activities of daily living for vulnerable members of our community. If you or someone you know may benefit from joining this wonderful group, please contact our Wellbeing and Primary Mental Health Team on 5485 5800

10/01/2021

I wonder how many more of these we will see built in Australia?

A childcare centre at an aged care home in north-west Victoria is part of a new program designed to improve the wellbeing of aged care residents, offer new experiences to children and benefit the wider community.

11/11/2020

Such a lovely thing to do for the residents of Edenhope.

23/10/2020

I have a huge favour to ask all of you. My website is now live and I would love it to get a bit of love. Can you please go to www.agedcareinsight.com.au

I need you to actually enter the site and click on the different pages PLEASE. I am still doing some work on the SEO but your help would be truly amazing.

Thank you.

Aged Care Insight is here to help you navigate the My Aged Care system in Australia, and will assist you with the registration processes, assessments and assist with finding service providers.

22/10/2020

A huge and heartfelt thank you to all of you who have stopped by, liked my page, shared a post or two and offered congratulations.

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15/10/2020

Did you know that as the child or spouse of someone who has a my aged care ID, you too can have an ID and act as the representative? Permission is required.