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Help to remain living at home if you have a chronic disease or serious illness

Home care offers many benefits for people with chronic illness or frailty. It helps individuals maintain their independence and stay at home longer.

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Mobility aids

Mobility aids can help you get around and make daily activities safer and easier. Learn when you might need mobility aids and how to access them.

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Going home from hospital (discharge planning)

When you go home from hospital, it’s important that you know what to do so that you continue to get the right healthcare from the right people.

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Aged care services

As you get older you may need help managing everyday activities. Find out if you are eligible for aged care services, or respite services for carers.

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Occupational therapy

Occupational therapists (OTs) can help throughout your life when you're having difficulty with everyday tasks. Learn about occupational therapy.

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Living with dementia

Getting a diagnosis of dementia can be difficult. Over time, dementia can make it hard to do everyday tasks. Learn what you need to think about.

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Learn about how Healthdirect Australia Ltd collects, uses, protects, and shares your information when you use the healthdirect GP service.

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Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) helps you change negative thought patterns and manage emotions and behaviours to build healthier relationships.

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Disability services and the NDIS

Read about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which provides government funded disability services to people living with disability.

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Learn about how Healthdirect Australia Ltd collects, uses, protects, and shares your information when you use the healthdirect helpline service.

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