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Tom Gleisner’s debut musical on life in aged care in theatres now |
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By Bianca Iovino |
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Television host and screenwriter Tom Gleisner has channelled his creativity into combatting ageism with his new musical about aged care.
The reality television host has taken his first step into the world of musicals and is accompanied by other established co-stars. The musical is a tale about a student who takes up a job at an aged care facility in Melbourne. |
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RESEARCH |
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Calls for more research towards childhood dementia |
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By Sneha Krishnan |
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Childhood dementia affects one in 2,800 babies around the world and is more common than cystic fibrosis. Despite it's prevalence, very little funding has gone into it, leading to insufficient services. Dementia advocates have called for more research into the 70-odd types of childhood dementia to help the children affected by this dreadful condition, and give them the lives they deserve. |
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Feros Byron Bay residents claim another victory as they avoid eviction |
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By Alex Jacobs |
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The ten remaining residents at Feros Village Byron Bay have claimed a second successive victory over the facility by forcing them to extend its updated closing date of July 19.
In a statement, the facility maintains that it still needs to close down operations at its location and is not fit to continue housing its last remaining residents. |
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HEALTH & CARE |
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Try before you buy: The benefits of respite care |
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By Bianca Iovino |
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Respite care is most often accessed by carers who need a break to rest, recharge and get a hold of other aspects of their life.
While respite care might not fit everyone's needs, it could give you the opportunity to try its services before you commit to it long term.
For 83-year-old Martin Taylor, trying out an aged care facility before making one of the biggest decisions of his life was a game-changer. |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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Is virtual healthcare the future of physiotherapy in aged care? |
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By Alex Jacobs |
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The pandemic's impact on healthcare was sudden and dramatic with in-person consultations being replaced by telehealth appointments.
Telehealth consultations are a necessity as the demand for physiotherapists in aged care facilities has increased. Jenny Aiken, Coviu Director and former Australian Physiotherapy Association Vice President said we must embrace the opportunities of our tech growth. |
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“There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.” - Sophia Loren |
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