This is the final episode in our series and we cover the biggest step in the aged care process…moving a loved one into permanent residential care.

When it’s clear it’s no longer safe for someone to stay at home, either with a carer or living on their own, this can be a daunting and emotionally difficult time but we talk you through how to find the right home.

We explain how to choose a home that offers a high level of care so you can feel confident your loved one is being well looked after.

We also look at how to find a home you can afford. 

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

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This episode will help you understand what residential respite is and how to access it if you have a loved one who needs a higher level of care for a short-term period.

Or, if you are a carer and you’re going away or need a break and want to make sure your loved one is looked after.

We also discuss how respite can be a great way to trial aged care facilities and get people comfortable with a home if they need to move in full time. 

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

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In this episode we explore the services you can access as part of the Home Care Package.

You may have a loved one who’s been getting low-level help at home, either privately or through CHSP but over time those care needs have increased and more help is needed.

We’ll go through tips on the assessment process, how to access services, how to set realistic timelines and how to make sure, when you need a higher level of care, you’re not still on a waiting list.

We’ll also let you know what to do once you’re offered a package and discuss the importance of having an ACAT assessment at home if you want to keep your care options open.

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

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In this episode, we explain how to get help at home through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).

We discuss the signs that can tell you when a loved one needs more support as well as how to register for services, how to know what you’re eligible for and how to prepare for the My Aged Care assessment.

For Veterans or families of veterans, this episode will help you understand Veterans Home Care services.

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

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This episode covers what you need to get sorted to make things easier as your loved one’s care needs progress.

We’ll talk about what documents you need to organise so you’re not having difficult legal decisions later and the financial and administrative tasks that will make things easier.

Getting things right at this stage can be the difference between a smooth transition through the stages of aged care and a logistical nightmare, so it’s worth putting in the time and effort.

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since most people don’t like to talk about the fact they’re aging, this can be the most difficult part of the whole process.

In this episode, we talk about the things a lot of people do wrong at this point which can shut down future conversations or make it difficult for loved ones to open up.

We look at the right way to approach the topic and the importance of understanding this is about increasing independence for someone who is aging rather than taking their independence away.

We give you advice on how to start the conversation, what things you need to cover, documents and details you’ll need to start putting together and what things you can get sorted on your own.

At every step, it’s essential your loved one feels like they’re involved in the decision making so this is a really crucial stage and we’re here to help you through it.

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, your loved ones are getting to an age where things are getting more difficult or you’re starting to realise they might need a little more help than they once did?

This episode is about how to make sure you can access the services you require later by getting everything in order right from the start.

We discuss what changes in behaviour can indicate it might be time to start getting more help at home, why having a difficult conversation early can save you a lot of time and effort later and some of the simple things you can start to get organised to make things easier as you go along.

If you’re starting your journey into aged care this episode will help you work out where to begin.

If, after listening to this episode, you need any further help email Andrew from Aged Care Planners at [email protected]

CREDITS

Hosts: Andrew Keay & Rachel Corbett

Producer: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Rhiannon Mooney

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.