by Jiyu Ong | Nov 28, 2017 | Aged Care System, Practical Solutions, Technology
The concept of ageism plays a significant role in perceiving that older adults are less mentally and physically competent, incapable of adapting to the latest technology that could otherwise improve their overall health and well-being. Technology has driven a variety...
by Angela Ryan | Mar 20, 2017 | Aged Care System, Enterprise, Practical Solutions, Technology
Wondering what interactive technology for aged care actually works? what is used by residents and delivers real value? With the average person over 65 spending approximately 5.8 hours per day watching television, it remains the most popular choice of entertainment and...
by Angela Ryan | Feb 15, 2017 | Enterprise, Practical Solutions, Technology
On-Demand Care services are slowly changing the way we approach our everyday lives. The successes and conveniences in the on-demand economy, such as Uber for transportation, and Netflix for entertainment are prompting a conversation about the application of on-demand...
by Angela Ryan | Feb 15, 2017 | Enterprise, Practical Solutions, Social Isolation, Technology
Social isolation is linked to a range of health problems, such as poor coping mechanism, increased risk of developing Dementia, cardiovascular problems, increased incidence of slips and fall accidents. It also leads to a higher aged care and social service usage, and...
by Angela Ryan | Feb 15, 2017 | Aged Care System, Community, Enterprise, Practical Solutions
The National Disability Insurance Scheme or NDIS is a program implemented by the National Disability Insurance Agency(NDIA), an independent Commonwealth statutory agency. The insurance scheme provides individualised support and services to Australians with a...
by Angela Ryan | Dec 20, 2016 | Aged Care System, Practical Solutions
It has been said that to navigate aged care in Australia’s fragmented social systems, split between different levels of government and various non-government departments, non-for profits, and support bodies, requires a social science degree. To make it easier,...
by Angela Ryan | Sep 15, 2016 | Practical Solutions, Technology
Are You Ready To Live To 100? Lynda Gratton, a London Business School professor believes living longer requires individuals and corporations to change their approach to careers, life transitions and retirement. She authored a new book entitled “The 100-Year...
by Angela Ryan | Sep 15, 2016 | Dementia, Practical Solutions
Reminiscence therapy is a widely used method of intervention in dementia care. The process involves conducting meaningful conversations within a group of people or two individuals to improve cognitive well-being. Family members highly recommend Reminiscence Therapy...
by Angela Ryan | Feb 2, 2016 | Dementia, Practical Solutions, Social Isolation, Technology
Social Isolation continues to be a topic of discussion in the Care industry because of its threats to the physical and mental health among those who experience it. Social Isolation costs Lives Social Isolation is often closely tied with Loneliness, and this often...
