Aged Care

Kelly also highlights the invaluable difference timely care can make in the lives of those living with a life-limiting illness: “When we intervene and support people [in managing their symptoms], we find their quality of life improves, and they often have a much longer extension of life than they first expected.” Watch Kelly’s video here. To […]

Watch Janine’s video here. To learn how we at Prestige Inhome Care work with palliative care teams like Cabrini Health Palliative & Supportive Care Service to provide tailored palliative care to people living with a life-limiting illness, click here.

Are you wondering how the 2022-23 Federal Budget will help you or your loved one access quality care? Or are you currently working in aged care or disability support or considering a career in the industry? Here we summarise the key aged care and disability support Budget outcomes and how they may impact you.

The holiday season is upon us! And while many of us are excitedly making plans, there is a growing number of older Australians who are living alone and isolated from accessing the things that make their holiday season joyful.

At Prestige Inhome Care, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to spend the last stages of their life, in their own home, surrounded by the people and things they love most.

We also understand the challenges of supporting a loved one with a life-limiting illness.

Since late January 2020 more than 2,500 COVID-19 cases have been recorded in Australian Government-subsidised residential aged care facilities, causing some Australians to lose confidence in the safety of the care being provided for their loved ones in nursing homes.

As a Case Manager, Melody is responsible for ensuring her clients receive the very best of care in the comfort of their own home.

Nurses play a crucial frontline role in providing quality care and support to older Australians.

The Australian Federal Government is recognising the integral role of registered nurses in the aged care sector, with the new Aged Care Registered Nurses’ Payment.

Have you ever thought about becoming a Dementia Friend?

Dementia Australia’s Dementia Friends initiative is a program to raise awareness of dementia in our community.

The Australian Government is encouraging Australians looking for a diverse and rewarding job to consider care and support work in a new national campaign: A Life Changing Life. The campaign features real life carer / senior Australian relationships.

When your loved one is in hospital following an injury or surgical procedure, with the right support in place, you may be able to bring them home to recover instead of staying in the hospital or moving to a respite centre. However, for a safe and optimal recovery, it’s important to be prepared by planning for their return home before their discharge date arrives.

At 17 years of age Junith started working in the aged care industry cooking meals for the elderly and people living with a disability. A trained pastry chef, she was a passionate baker with a special love for making Christmas cakes. But today, at the age of 74, when asked what she loves about being a care worker Junith says “it’s not about the money. It’s the companionship.”