Did you know that a brisk, 10-minute walk burns off a 50 calorie chocolate chip biscuit? So, can you spare 10? Because finding 10 minutes a day to move your body is better than nothing! If you struggle with the motivation to attend the gym or attend an exercise class, start your journey slow. Walking …
For more than a year, many people have been affected one way or another by COVID-19. Whether being hit financially, by the change of travel routines, or by the missing of social interaction, there can be no denying that the senior community has been challenged more than most. Seniors Month has grown out of what …
How often have you gone to your medicine cabinet to find that you don’t have what you want, or items have gone out of date? When it comes to your spring-cleaning routine, try adding the medicine cabinet to the list of things to clean out and update. Expired medicines and products Expiry dates refer to …
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Dementia awareness week begins on 20 September. Around 447,000 Australians are living with dementia and can happen to anybody at any age. Throughout the world, there are approximately 50 million people that have dementia with nearly 10 million new cases every year. It is not a normal part of ageing. Dementia is the term used …
Did you know that you can use colour to provide independence, safety and accessibility for those with low vision? Creating visual safety cues can be very helpful for those who need a bit of extra assistance in the home! Let talk colour science… Bright colours are easier for the sight-impaired to recognise as they are …
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The My Aged Care system includes Home Care Packages; one of the ways older Australians can access affordable care services to get some help at home. They are designed for those with more complex care needs that go beyond what the Commonwealth Home Support Programme can provide. Services Provided The system is based on levels, …
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Making your home more accessible and independent doesn’t have to be an enormous task – in fact, it’s usually the little improvements that can make the biggest difference in life quality! We have compiled our list of the ultimate home improvements you can make easily to ensure your home is as accessible as it can …
In 2021, Diabetes Australia is continuing their ‘Heads Up’ campaign for National Diabetes Week (11 – 17th July, 2021). You may be wondering why this is important for you, if neither yourself nor people in your life are impacted by diabetes, however the week and campaign are about more than just sufferers of the illness. …
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When it comes to keeping your mobility equipment operating, it is vital to care for your equipment. WOW! Mobility & Rehab services and repairs most wheelchairs, walkers, mobility scooters, lift hoists, electric beds and chairs. We have a fully equipped workshop and service vans on the road. There are several things you can do to …
WOW! Mobility & Rehab provides many customers with supports funded through the NDIS. Mobility equipment, products that help with daily household tasks, and therapeutic supports, to name a few. If you haven’t applied for NDIS before, you can download the required forms or phone and make a verbal access request. If you have already been …
