Accent Home Care Articles & Resources

When the moment arrives that you realise that you or your elderly relative would prefer in-home living assistance, the first question you will almost certainly ask is - how do I find a reputable in-home carer? One thing that is clear is that you want you or your...

The advice in this article is general advice only. We would encourage you to consult your GP or health professional for advice and information that is specific to you. If you’ve recently lost some mobility due to a recent injury or you’re simply looking for a way to...

With spring almost over for another year, it’s time to start thinking about summer and what things you can plan to do to make the most of it. We thought we’d write up an article on four activities you and your friends can do this summer. Drawing & Painting A...

If you’re someone who is currently considering a home care package for yourself or for a family member, you might be asking yourself what home care services are included. It’s a great question and something our new clients ask our case managers quite regularly when...

Another common question from those who contact us about our home care packages is what can the funds be used for. Typically, these funds are used for a variety of home care services that allow you to live independently. But we thought it would be worth creating an...

If you or one of your loved ones are in need of a little bit of extra support at home, it can be difficult to know where to begin. For many elderly Victorians, a home care package is typically a solution to providing this support. As a home care package provider...

It can be common to experience various levels of stress throughout your life and none more so during your elderly years. In fact, this is when stress can impact your life the most. The act of ageing causes many stresses such as ill-health, loss of independence, and so...

As the coronavirus pandemic continues in Australia, and indeed the world, staying connected with one another has never been more important. Social engagement with friends and family among the elderly is important for them in maintaining a healthy quality of life...

As we grow older the ability to do simple things such as everyday tasks can vary and this can be a somewhat confronting aspect of aging. We know that it feels like you are losing your independence and that the simple joys in life are slowly slipping away. But with the...

Many elderly Australian’s are preferring to live independently at home for as long as possible. As we are a home care package provider in Bayswater, we absolutely understand why. But we’re also advocates for living safely too which is why we thought it would make...