Increasing dignity by defining the treatment line
When discussing dignity in care plans, most people consider it as an act of consenting to care. Medical practitioners, health experts and the people at the centre of that care are agreeing on next steps. We’re taking the moment to articulate what happens and when it...
What’s included in self-managed home care packages?
Self-managed home care packages are one of the fastest growing areas of aged care in Australia. And with good reason. They offer the consumer more choice, autonomy and control over their aged care experience than ever before. As more individuals look to stay in their...
What to consider with self-managed care
If you are looking at self-managed care for yourself or a loved one, it’s a great time to look at what you need to do to make things happen. Understanding what you want from care together with knowing what people, places and resources available to you is vital. As is...
The role healthcare can play in patient advocacy
Patient advocacy has always been a part of great healthcare. But the nature of patient advocacy is changing and changing fast. Our very own Rebecca Glover had the privilege of moderating a discussion on patient advocacy recently at the TalkingHealth Spring Summit. If...
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