Welcome to Your Aged Care

We see the complexity of the aged care system. We live and breathe it every day. Your Aged Care is here to provide you with the information you require to make aged care simpler. Because at Brightwater, care is at the core of what we do.

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Supporting Your Journey to Independent Living

Navigating aged care services can feel overwhelming. The Elder Care Support Program is here to make this process simpler, helping elders and their families connect with essential services.

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Balancing Act Navigating In Home Care For An Independent Parent Article

Balancing Act: Navigating in-home care for an independent parent

What does it look like when we support our parents or loved ones as they age at home? Discover how one family manages a fiercely independent ageing parent.

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Can Your Home Care Package Cover Respite Care At Home Article

Can Your Home Care Package Cover Respite Care at Home?

Explore the benefits of using home care packages for respite care at home. Learn how these packages provide necessary breaks for caregivers, ensuring their loved ones receive consistent, compassionate care. Find out how to easily access and manage respite services.

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Navigating Aged Care

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What To Expect On Your First Day In Residential Aged Care Article

What to expect on your first day in residential aged care: a guide for families and new residents

Are you or someone you know moving into residential aged care? We often prepare for life’s big moments, but the transition to aged care can catch many off guard. Our new article is a complete guide on what to expect on your first day.

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What Protections Do I Have As A Home Care Client Article

What protections do I have as a home care client?

Receiving home care is a very intimate service which can sometimes leave people feeling exposed, either personally, financially or both. Fortunately, there are a range of protections in place to help give in-home aged care customers the peace of mind they need and to safeguard their rights, finances and quality of care. Find out more.

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Where Can I Find The Costs For Residential Aged Care Article

Where can I find the costs for residential aged care?

When starting your residential aged care journey, one of the most common questions is how much does it cost? There can be many factors which influence the cost of residential aged care. Here is where you can find the provider determined costs.

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Managing Aged Care

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All about falls: an introduction

A fall takes a split second to happen, but the consequences can be long-lasting. In this article, our expert physiotherapist shares insights on why falls are so dangerous for older people, common causes of falls, and how to maintain balance and strength as we age.

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Life Well Lived Alie Turns 100 2 Article

Life well lived: Alie turns 100 | Senior Story

A bright spark of a woman who has laser-sharp recollection of an extraordinary life, Ali gets an hour of cleaning each week from Brightwater at Home. Pretty much everything else she still does for herself.

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Champions of Recovery | George Rasmussen

At 87, George Rasmussen has shown remarkable resilience and determination in staying active despite challenges. Through Brightwater's Instinct program, he significantly reduced his fall risk and reconnected with others, demonstrating the positive impact of staying engaged.

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