Want to live longer and happier? Here’s how…
Most of us would like to live for a long time. And, while we're at it, to have fun. So, what do the experts recommend that we do to achieve this goal? "The most important advice we offer people about...
Five thoughtful things you can do for an elderly parent living with dementia
Family and friends matter when it comes to navigating life’s ups and downs. So, what can you do to keep the special bond alive when an elderly parent is living with dementia? How can you stay con...
How to apply for a Home Care Package…
Being able to stay at home as we age is one of the most important things for most Australians. A Home Care Package with Oxley Home Care can help you live in the comfort and familiarity of your own hom...
Are you eligible for Veterans Home Care?
For those who have served our country in the military, or are a widow or widower of a veteran, there are a range of home care services and entitlements which may be claimed. The Veterans’ Home Care ...
Tips for choosing the right aged care for you or your loved ones
Finding the best care for your loved one can be a difficult journey – for all of the family. Anecdotal evidence suggests – and many health care professionals agree – that when compared to reside...
Top five things you need to know about Home Care Assistance
When the time has come to consider home care assistance for you or a loved one, it is critical to ensure the home care provider is the right choice for a loved one. These are the factors that you shou...
10 things you can do to prevent dementia
In Australia, there are over 1,500 new cases of dementia diagnosed each week. It's predicted that by 2050 there will be almost one million Australians with the condition and 10 times as many family me...
Older Australians making the most of social media and apps
A report undertaken at Griffith University has found that the number of older Australians using social media and apps to stay connected with family and friends is “surging”. It appears that older ...
Dementia is second leading cause of death of Australians…
The number of deaths in Australia from dementia, including Alzheimer's Disease, has increased by 68 per cent over the past decade while other leading causes of death, such as heart disease, stroke and...