Aged Care

We all lead busy lives so juggling family, work and personal responsibilities can be complicated – particularly when people we love need increasing levels of care and support. This article explains the sandwich generation and takes a look at what to consider and where to start when you have older parents.

In Australia, we are lucky that government subsidies can help with the aged care costs, but you will have to jump through hoops to be approved. And you may have long waiting times before the government money becomes available (particularly home care). This article takes a quick look at the three steps for approval.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on 15 June puts a spotlight on issues around elder abuse – not just physical abuse, but also financial abuse.