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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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Personal hygiene for children

Good personal hygiene is important to keep your child clean and healthy. Read these tips on supporting your child to learn these skills.

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Coping with learning you have a terminal illness

If you find out you have a terminal illness you’ll have a lot to think about. Read tips on how to cope with the news about your condition.

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Support for carers of people with dementia

Caring for someone with dementia can be hard and stressful at times, but there are organisations that can help with training and support.

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Elder abuse

Elder abuse is when an older person is harmed by a trusted person or a family member. Learn about the types of harm and how you can report abuse.

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Residential aged care

Find information and resources here on residential aged care services that provide accommodation and support for people who can no longer live at home.

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Hand, foot and mouth disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness that mainly affects children under 10 years old but can also affect older children and adults.

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Confusion

Confusion can be temporary, but sometimes it's a permanent state caused by a medical condition. Here are things you can do to help manage confusion.

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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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Caring for someone with cancer

If you care for someone with cancer, here is some useful information and resources on carer roles and emotional and financial support for you.

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