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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/communication-cards
The Communication Cards depict a wide range of daily activities and situations and can be used to prompt discussion, assist with directions or clarify a client's needs. The Communication Cards cover themes such as: Food, Drink, Meals, Religion, Spirituality, Medical, Health Specialists, Personal Care, Sleep, TV, Recreation, Feelings, Pain and Mobility Aids
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/constipation-health-literacy-information-for-residents-families-and-carers
A translated resource providing information about prevention and management of constipation for residents, families and carers. It includes some signs that a person may be constipated and also ways to prevent and manage constipation.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/changed-behaviour-noisy-information-for-residents-families-and-carers
This translated resource provides information about dementia and changed behaviour for residents, families and carers. It outlines some causes of noisy behaviour and some tips on how to care for someone with noisy behaviour.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/changed-behaviour-wandering-information-for-residents-families-and-carers
This translated resource provides information about dementia and changed behaviour for residents, families and carers. It outlines some causes of people wandering and some tips on how to care for someone who wanders.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/coronavirus-covid-19-grief-and-trauma-support-for-those-impacted-by-covid-19-in-the-aged
01 Dec 2020... This fact sheet provides useful information about grief and trauma support services for those impacted by COVID-19 in the aged care sector. The services are available for residential aged care residents, home care recipients, their loved ones and aged care staff.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/advance-care-planning-for-substitute-decision-makers
01 Sep 2023... Advance care planning information for people acting in the role of substitute decision-makers. This resource is bilingual , featuring both an English version and a translated version for enhanced accessibility.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/aged-care-assessment-team-acat-assessments
If you need some help at home or are considering moving into an aged care home, you may first need a free assessment by an ACAT. A member of an ACAT will talk to you about your current situation and work out if you are eligible to receive government subsidised aged care services.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/about-the-royal-commission-into-aged-care-quality-and-safety
01 Dec 2019... The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has been set up to look at the quality of aged care services and whether those services are meeting the needs of the Australian community. This includes: Care for older people living at home, People living with dementia, and people living in residential aged care including younger people with disabilities.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/be-physically-active-poster
This poster explains the link between falls and lack of exercise.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/getting-older-in-melbourne-expected-oral-changes-orhis-1
This leaflet explains how aging can affect the state of the teeth and how good care can prevent losing teeth and prevent some oral diseases such as dental caries and gum disease.
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