Year: 2017
Welcome Home: A Guide for Handling the Transition from Hospital to Rehab to Home
Written by Stannah
A lengthy stay in a hospital is a stressful experience regardless of age. However, transitioning back home can prove to be just as strenuous, especially for your older loved ones. Changing settings multiple times for older patients can be an emotionally stressful time and could potentially lead to further health problems and re-hospitalization if not […]
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Beat the Heat: Tips for Seniors to Stay Safe and Healthy This Summer
Written by Stannah
Per the Australian Bureau of Meteorology’s Special Climate Statement, March 2016 was the hottest March since an official record of temperatures began in Australia. February saw the start of this sweltering heat and it is more than likely we can expect to continue this trend, due to global warming. Summertime is fun and relaxing, […]
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Maintaining movement in retirement
Written by Stannah
Exercise Promotes Health Exercise and mobility are important at all stages of life. This is especially true as people retire from both the physical, social and mental activity that employment provides. Exercise and movement have long been recognised as important factors in maintaining health and in the prevention and management of chronic disease. Activities done […]
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