Author: Stannah

Australia’s Ageing Population

Written by Stannah on 28th November 2016

Elderly People are Living Longer Life expectancy has increased by over 20 years since the turn of the twentieth century.  This is great it means that we will be able to experience more than the generations that came before us. Now it is considered to be just over 80 years for both men and women. […]

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in home care

How to choose the perfect in home care for your family members or aging loved ones?

Written by Stannah on 19th November 2016

Deciding on proper in home caregiving for your loved ones can be an arduous task. There are many key factors that must be considered when acquiring in home help for your family members. What is In Home Care or a Caregiver and how do they offer home assist? There are two types of basic home […]

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elderly care

Senior Home Care: Tips & Tricks on Caring For Elderly Loved Ones

Written by Stannah on 12th November 2016

Getting old is not an easy process and you may find that your elderly family members are often upset and frustrated. Senior home care can cause increased stress for both you and your loved one as you try to balance your life and tend to their needs simultaneously. If you are caring for elderly parents […]

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Walk, Don’t Run! How Walking Soccer is Helping the Elderly Stay Active

Written by Stannah on 7th November 2016

As we age, there are some activities that were once easy that become more difficult. Many senior activities are also a solo affair and they are not sure how to stay active once they can no longer play their football, netball, and soccer games. For many athletes, the competitive spirit in their hearts and minds […]

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coping with aging parents

Coping with Aging: How to Comfort your Loved Ones as They Grow Older

Written by Stannah on 17th October 2016

Aging can be a confusing process for many individuals. It is difficult for our loved ones to understand they may no longer be capable of performing certain tasks. It is not uncommon for them to continue attempting their normal routine even if they physically or mentally are no longer able to. As a caregiver, trying […]

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safety at home

Are Your Parents Safe at Home? 8 Warning Signs of Problems

Written by Stannah on 10th October 2016

More and more Australians are living longer and independently as they age. When it comes to our parents, we certainly want to ensure their utmost health and safety at home. The Mayo Clinic recently shared some tips about the 8 warning signs of health problems with aging parents. This safety guide can gauge how our […]

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Improving Mobility: 12 Easy Tips to Help Seniors Remain Active

Written by Stannah on 6th September 2016

What can we do to improve our mobility as we age? We’ve made a list to help you out! As we age, it’s common to find that activities such as shopping, cleaning and even walking become more difficult due to decreased mobility. This can be a frustrating time, sometimes eliciting a feeling of hopelessness. This […]

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Margaret’s exacting style requirements met by Stannah

Written by Stannah on 20th July 2015

We purchased it for my husband, Cyril, due to him having a stroke about 9 years ago. We thought we might move but then it was such a lot of uprising.

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