Agility Communication & Connections - Diversity of Our Communities
The older people who receive aged care services reflect the wonderful diversity of our communities.
UPA Yeoval - Gaining A Competitive Advantage by Increasing Resident Satisfaction
UPA Yeoval aged care is a 28 bed residential facility in Central West NSW. According to the 2011 census Yeoval has a population of 292 people making it the prime example of a small rural community with all the stereotypical challenges.
Wesleyhaven Village - Skin Integrity
As we age our skin becomes more fragile, thin and dry which increases our potential risk for injury. Skin tears are a common skin related injury affecting the frail elderly population with causal factors including; falls, shear, friction, bumps, knocks, manual handling, equipment and the environment.
PSC Longview - Fall Free Days: A Long-Term Commitment
Falls risk factors can be complex involving a multitude of varied factors including; poor balance and mobility, unsafe footwear, medical conditions and the environment. To minimise a residents risk of falling Residential Aged Care Facilities require a persistent multi-factorial falls prevention approach involving all stakeholders.
Preventing and Minimising Infections - St Vincent’s Care Services, St Josephs Village
Communal living in residential care increases contact between people and also the risk of infection, especially when residents have difficulties with activities of daily living such as toileting. In residential aged care facilities, residents and the staff members who care for them are the most likely sources of infectious agents,...
