Respite Care for the Holidays: Taking a Well-Deserved Break
A Season of Self-Care The holiday season, filled with joy, love, and family traditions, can also pose distinct challenges for caregivers. Caregiving responsibilities become even more demanding during this time, leading to added stress and pressure. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of self-care for caregivers during the holidays. We’ll discuss caregiver […]
Unveiling & Understanding Depression in Seniors: 5 Essential Insights you need to know
As our loved ones advance in age, their mental and emotional well-being become paramount considerations. Depression, a mental health condition that can affect individuals of all ages, can have unique manifestations and challenges when experienced by seniors. Recognising the signs and understanding how to support our elderly parents, relatives, or clients dealing with depression is […]
Exploring Respite and Emergency Care Options for Elders near Ringwood, Melbourne
Embracing Care and Compassion Exploring Respite and Emergency Care Options for Elders near Ringwood, Melbourne Picture this – you’ve spent decades crafting a life filled with cherished memories, raising a family, and nurturing relationships. Now, as the golden years unfold, the roles are reversing, and you find yourself caring for those who once cared for […]
Understanding Dementia: Early Signs and Coping Strategies for Families and Caregivers
Understanding Dementia Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and it can be a difficult diagnosis for both the individual experiencing it and their loved ones. The term “dementia” refers to a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and behaviour. While dementia is most common in older adults, it can occur […]
Overcoming Fears of Ageing in place
Insights and Guidance for Older Adults and Their Families who Want to Stay at Home Discover how to navigate the challenges and fears of ageing in place and enjoy a high quality of life at home. At Olivet Care, we understand the unique challenges that come with ageing in the comfort of one’s own home, […]
Choose the right dementia support residential aged care home
Navigating the complexities of aged care and dementia support with confidence An important consideration for the more than 480,000 Australians who are currently living with dementia is being cared for according to their unique needs. As the health crisis worsens, it is important the families of people living with this disease are supported in taking […]
5 Things to discuss with your loved one about aged care support
How to talk to a loved one about receiving aged care support! Moving a loved one into an aged care home is not a decision to be taken lightly. Indeed, it marks the beginning of a new chapter in both of your lives. Growing old is something that we all must face. When the time […]
10 questions to ask when searching for the right residential aged care facility
How to find the perfect residential aged care facility for a loved one How to begin? This is probably the first question you have when trying to find the best full—time care facility for a loved one. What exactly should you be looking for when choosing the right care option? Will it meet the unique […]
