Home care services are designed to make your life easier around the home. Discover everything you need to know about home care with Brightwater.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who is eligible for in-home aged care services subsidised by the Australian Government? Here’s everything you need to know and how to find out if you’re eligible.
If you’ve been approved for a Home Care Package (HCP), the next step is to decide which combination of the available support and services best meets your needs. Here are some examples of ways you can structure your support, depending on the level of your HCP.
You know it’s time. Your parent might even know it’s time. What do you do when your parent needs assistance but refuses to even consider residential aged care? We have answers.
Receiving home care services is an adjustment – especially in the beginning. What many people don’t realise is the benefits extend beyond the home, personal care, or social support they may receive. In fact, they could be the bridge to ensuring you can continue lifetime activities and maintain your independence. Here’s how.
Do you know how to prepare for an ACAT assessment? Before you meet with an ACAT assessor, it’s worth spending time thinking about the changes you’ve experienced in the past six months.
Subsidised by the state and federal governments, the Transition Care Community (TCC) program gives short-term support to older people so they can continue their recovery after leaving hospital. Here is how the TCC program helped Ian Smith return to the bowling green.
Becoming the primary carer for someone you love can be both a privilege and a challenge. Home care can provide respite care, which provides a restorative break from daily responsibilities for carers.
Coming home after an extended stay in hospital can be daunting, especially when you still need help with everyday things. Here is how Brightwater At Home’s Transition Care Program can help you.
Are you looking to compare aged care providers near you? Here is where you can go to find easy comparisons.
Choosing an aged care provider can be a difficult decision in a crowded market with heaps of information. Discover tips and advice to help make the decision.
Depending on your financial circumstances, you may be asked to pay an ‘income-tested care fee’, in addition to the basic daily fee. This is how the income-tested care fee is calculated for home care.
Care at home doesn’t have to be daunting. Here’s a quick and easy guide to help you get going.
If you are investigating home care for the first time, the most common question you may have asked is, ‘well, how much does this cost?’ And as with many things in aged care, the answer is, it depends. Often on a range of circumstances.
An ACAT assessment provides you and possible aged care providers with a clearer understanding of what services would provide the most support for you. Here is how you can quickly and easily organise an assessment.
The Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) is the primary assessment team who assess the care requirements of people with higher care needs. So what do they assess when they come to visit?
An ACAT assessment is the gateway to be able to access government subsidised home care or residential aged care. However, how do you receive an assessment, and what happens at an assessment?
Self-managed Home Care Packages (HCP) can help you maintain choice and control as you enter aged care. But it can be a lot of work. Here’s what you need to know.
Home Care Packages provide individuals the ability to stay independent, at home and in control of their aged care services. Depending on your Home Care Package level, you will have a different budget to spend on home care and services.
Decisions about aged care can lead to difficult discussions for families. Even with best intentions, they can be stressful and cause emotional conflict.
With many seniors around Perth choosing to live in their home as long as possible, a common question asked by patients to their GP is “How can I get help at home?”
Private home care services allow you to pay for the services you receive, rather than paying through government funding. However, how does private home care services work? And which services can you access?
Receiving care and support around the home now goes further than ever before. No longer restricted to nursing, cleaning and domestic assistance, read on to discover what support you can receive at home.
What is the difference between the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP)? Both programs are focused on keeping you independent and at home, but how do they differ?
Decisions about aged care must often be made suddenly, after a serious health incident. Making decisions when that happens can be incredibly stressful.
The search for aged care can be emotionally taxing, whether it’s for yourself or a loved one. Here are tips on how to care for yourself during your search.
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.
The transition to single living after the death of a spouse can bring trepidation and loneliness for older people. Here are tips to help cope.
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.
If you were looking for the journey to receiving Brightwater at Home support, look no further. Here is our guide to your journey into Brightwater at Home.
The paperwork is complete, you’ve signed your agreement and you’re joining Brightwater. What happens now, now that you are waiting for your services to start?
You’ve decided on Brightwater for your home care services, thank you! We can’t wait to have you on board. Here’s how you can apply for Brightwater at Home.
You’ve rung and spoken to our fantastic Welcome Team. You’ve answered some questions, and they’ve taken your information. What happens now? If you need a reminder for what happens next, read on.
An important part of understanding your home care services is understanding the fees and charges your provider charges. Here's where to find them.
You’ve had your ACAT assessment, and you’ve been approved for a Home Care Package, so how do you make an application?
As we age, our skin becomes more fragile and minor injuries can lead to serious wounds if not properly managed. Discover the importance of early intervention and proper wound care, with expert advice from Brightwater at Home’s nursing team. Learn how to protect yourself or a loved one from the complications of chronic wounds by following simple, yet effective care practices.
When 74 year old Brian Barrett was finally discharged from hospital, three months after being admitted for sciatica, he was in a wheelchair. Many doubted he would ever walk again, but Brian had other plans.
Ninety five year old Cliff Bush is an inspiration to everyone who knows him. Cliff has been a Brightwater At Home client since he sought help with his recovery after a major stroke. Like any professional athlete, Cliff has needed tremendous commitment and perseverance to achieve his goals and maintain his independence. And just like the professional athletes, he has needed support from an equally dedicated team.
Brightwater's occupational therapists help seniors and people with disabilities stay independent and safe at home. They aim to empower clients to lead active, fulfilling lives while providing peace of mind for their families. Discover more and how they can support you to stay connected to what you love most.
Safety is a universal concern that touches everyone, regardless of age. Here is what you need to know to feel safe and empowered with tailored safety advice for seniors, emphasizing practical tips for enhancing security at home, in public, and online.
At Brightwater, your feedback truly matters, and we're delighted to reveal the outstanding results from our recent customer satisfaction surveys. We reached out to over 1500 Brightwater at Home clients in May to hear what you, our clients thought about our service.
Brightwater’s social workers play a crucial role in home care, offering personalized support to enhance clients' well-being and navigate the complexities of aged care. They provide invaluable services; from addressing discrimination to providing emotional and practical assistance. Discover their top tips and how to access their expert help.
Discover the simplicity behind understanding your Brightwater at Home statement with our new guide. Click for clarity and peace of mind.
After a health crisis, it can be hard to hope there will be brighter days ahead. However, seventy-five-year-old Aldo D’Agostino is living proof that with motivation and professional support, there can be light at the end of the tunnel.
A little bit of sunshine each day might be just what you need to feel happier and healthier. It's important to expose yourself to a safe amount of sunshine – whether that’s from your backyard, balcony or front porch. Here are four big benefits of sunlight.
In the heart of our commitment to providing innovative care for our clients, we are thrilled to introduce Lucero, our new Lifestyle Coordinator at Brightwater at Home.
Allied health is an umbrella term for a range of health professionals (not including doctors, dentists or nurses). Allied health professionals are university-qualified health practitioners that provide specialist support for physical, sensory, cognitive, psychological or social needs. Here is how they bring their specialist skills to aged care.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Viv's.As a former Manual Arts teacher and current life member of the Woodturners Association, Viv has sawdust running through his veins.
We all love to pick up the phone, especially when we know it’s a friendly face on the other side. Brightwater’s Sunshine Call program connects Brightwater volunteers with Brightwater at Home clients to buddy together and form connections. Is your phone a little quiet? Then you need a Sunshine Call.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Dulcie's.Dulcie's love affair with literature gave power to her most treasured body of work – a biography about her extraordinary mother, Pearl Hill.
Brightwater are excited to partner with Gathered Here, an online will service, to make legacy giving as easy as possible for our you. Allowing the Brightwater community to write a will for free.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Jan's.A social butterfly, Jan cherishes the comradery of her knitting group, who for years have donated items to premature babies and aged care residents.
Do your loved ones know your wishes for your future health and personal care? If so, you may have prepared an Advance Care Directive.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Maureen's.Dr. Maureen made headlines for being the first woman at the helm of Johannesburg's largest hospital – a feat unheard of in the sixties.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Nelly's.With a myriad of medals to her name, Nelly has never been one to stand idly by. Having rowed until her late 80s, today at 95 she's still up and at 'em.
Find out about enduring power of attorney, enduring power of guardianship and advance health directives, to help with end of life planning.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Kate's.Having grown up in turbulent times and battled through scoliosis, Kate has lived a colourful life on the stage, including a role as Queen Victoria.
We know Brightwater At Home clients have led rich and interesting lives, and we are so pleased when we get to learn about them. So when our support worker told us about the book written by her client’s husband, we knew we had to find out more.
We know change can be disruptive, especially when you rely on your services for daily support. From time-to-time Brightwater may need to change aspects about your service. Here is a guide to how your service may change.
Advance care planning ensures you remain in control of your life, even when you can no longer communicate your wishes. Find out how it helps end of life planning.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Ron's.After inheriting a one-of-a-kind goat cart built by his grandfather in the days of the gold rush, Ron was delighted to see it restored to its former glory.
We understand that over time you may need to make some changes to your service. Here’s how you make a change to your schedule, your services or your team.
Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Ken's. For Ken, anything is a drum kit. Having lived and breathed music since he was a young lad, these days he still enjoys a regular jam session.
This year Brightwater at Home has stepped forward and added podiatry to the list of services clients can access from the comfort of their homes. Find out more about the Brightwater podiatrists.
Safe & Found WA is a ground-breaking initiative aimed at increasing the likelihood of a successful search and rescue for anyone living with dementia, autism or a cognitive impairment who may be at risk of going missing.
We always strive to do our best and provide the quality services you want to receive. In the event you would like to make a complaint, we have a handy guide on how you can provide your feedback.
Choosing how you live your final days is one of the last significant decisions you ever get to make. Do you know what a good death looks like?
They are one of the powerhouse teams making up the Brightwater at Home service. Meet the Brightwater at Home nursing team.
Have you heard about the new Carer Gateway? It's replacing the Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre & aims to provide better support to carers in the country.
