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How Seniors Can Stay Safe at Home

on Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Home is where the heart is, so it’s no wonder that most people want to live independently for as long as they can. Since many seniors either live at home alone or with an ageing partner, it’s important to make sure the home is not just comfortable, but also safe and secure. Even if you’re completely self-sufficient, some things just get a little harder as we get older. To help reduce the risk of accidents and falls in the home, here’s a comprehensive list from Brightwater Care of some handy home safety tips for seniors.

Arts on prescription as innovative festival kicks off for WA seniors

on Tuesday, March 5, 2019

The arts are currently on prescription for more than 1000 aged care residents and clients as the 2019 Amana Living Arts Festival continues.

St Patrick's Green Celebrates Opening of Brand New Wellbeing Rooms

on Monday, March 4, 2019

It’s been an exciting few weeks for St Patrick's Green retirement village and aged care home in Kogarah, with the opening on their beautiful wellbeing rooms. Village life can be very busy, especially when you’re out in the day, and then come home to a large community of people who enjoy getting together for regular catch-ups. While that is a beloved side of life at St Patrick's Green, sometimes it’s good to take a quiet moment to look after your own wellbeing.

Music Breaks Through For Stroke Survivor – A Former Leader In Western Australian Music Education

on Friday, March 1, 2019

Recently life for Roy Rimmer has changed dramatically. Gone are the busy creative years of the past, sadly replaced by empty frustrating days where speech and memory are uncertain, and dependence and pain are the norm. That is until Jo Wood, a volunteer classical guitarist at Bethanie Peel came along and sparked a light that seemed close to going out.