What is Short Term Restorative Care? Short Term Restorative Care (or STRC) is where you’re able to access a range of different services and support, for up to eight weeks, twice per 12-month period. Services include things like home maintenance, mobility aids or other equipment, health services such as physiotherapy and podiatry, daily assistance with cooking and cleaning, mental and emotional …
Investing In The Right Advice Upfront Can Save You Thousands
Investing in the right advice upfront can save you thousands. When it’s time for a parent or loved one to go into aged care in Melbourne, or if you’re planning for your own future, it can be incredibly daunting and stressful. It can be a real nightmare to figure out the logistical and financial side of aged care, let alone …
Should I Pay for my Parent’s Refundable Accomodation Deposit?
Navigating aged care and the costs associated can be a nightmare. One of the biggest hurdles to face is coming up with the required Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD). To enter an aged care facility, usually a large sum is required and often, families want to pay their parent’s RAD to potentially prevent them having to sell the family home. And while …
The Power Of Choice When It Comes To Aged Care
What You Should Know Before Choosing Aged Care Facilities For Yourself Or Your loved ones Choosing an aged care facility for your loved one can be incredibly daunting. You need to know that your parent or family member will be both happy and well cared for. And while once upon a time that might have seemed like a given – …