Managing loved ones’ care in isolation | Starts at 60

Caring for a loved one amid social distancing and self-isolation is hard – but help is at hand.

An aged care expert has explained what is being done to support residents during the coronavirus. Source: Getty

Aged care

Coronavirus and aged care: What’s being done to help the country’s vulnerable?

The government rules and regulations around aged care have caused some distress for families amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Written byDana Sawyer

Home care

‘Don’t do it alone’: New Covid-19 hotline provides support for older Aussies

‘Don’t do it alone’: New Covid-19 hotline provides support for older Aussies

Whether you need information on home care, aged care or government guidelines, the hotline will help to answer any questions around Covid-19.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

A new hotline has launched in a bid to provide support and guidance for older Aussies. Source: Getty

Retirement Guide

Aussie carers given additional support amid Covid-19 outbreak

Aussie carers given additional support amid Covid-19 outbreak

Technology is helping keep carers connected and supported during this trying time.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

Extra support is available for carers amid the coronavirus crisis. Source: Getty

Retirement Guide

Stay connected: Smart devices to keep your elderly parents safe

Stay connected: Smart devices to keep your elderly parents safe

You can’t be with them all the time, but there are ways to make sure they are out of harm’s way.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

These tech devices will help keep your elderly loved ones safe. Source: Getty

News

Bupa bans visitors from seeing elderly relatives to stem coronavirus spread

Bupa bans visitors from seeing elderly relatives to stem coronavirus spread

The new restrictions come into effect today across all Bupa aged care facilities.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The new restrictions will come into effect from tomorrow. Source: Getty.

News

Concerns raised over aged care visitation restrictions amid Covid-19 crisis

Concerns raised over aged care visitation restrictions amid Covid-19 crisis

COTA says the health and wellbeing of residents is at risk.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

COTA says some aged care facilities are being too strict with their lock down procedures amid the coronavirus outbreak. Source: Getty

News

Coronavirus may see relatives stopped from visiting elderly aged care residents

Coronavirus may see relatives stopped from visiting elderly aged care residents

Following the death of a 95-year-old aged care resident in Sydney yesterday, the country's chief medical officer warned that facilities may be required to halt visits in future.

Written byJessica Galley

Australia's chief medical officer said facilities may need to limit or stop visitors due to coronavirus fears. Source: Getty (stock image)

Health

Private health insurance and coronavirus: What you need to know

Private health insurance and coronavirus: What you need to know

The hospital situation in Italy will no doubt be leaving some Aussies worried about how they'll be treated.

Written byRachael Rosel

Is it worth getting health insurance for COVID-19? Source: Shutterstock.

Home care

Understanding home care costs: How much do you have to pay?

Understanding home care costs: How much do you have to pay?

Older Australians can receive home care support instead of moving into an aged care home, but the costs will vary depending on their condition and the level of assistance required.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

Australians are required to pay certain amounts for home care support as outlined by the government. Source: Getty

Health issues

Making the decision to place a loved one with dementia into a care facility

Making the decision to place a loved one with dementia into a care facility

Follow these steps to help you through the difficult time.

Written byTamar Krebs

There are some steps you can take to help the transition of your loved one into care. Source: Getty