Managing Aged Care

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Understanding Your Brightwater at Home Statement

Discover the simplicity behind understanding your Brightwater at Home statement with our new guide. Click for clarity and peace of mind.

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Mastering Mobility - Top Tips to Improve Strength, Balance & Walking

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.

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Brightwater residents embark on a journey to Sculpture by the Sea in Cottesloe

In a delightful fusion of art, community, and care, Brightwater residents have recently had the pleasure of experiencing one of Western Australia's most iconic cultural events, Sculpture by the Sea, held at the picturesque Cottesloe Beach.

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4 reasons to get your daily dose of sunshine

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.

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Introducing Lucero - our new Lifestyle Coordinator

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.

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A wish for fish is granted with a visit to AQWA

Brightwater's Life's Possibilities program has sent residents on a new adventure to the aquariums of AQWA in Hillarys, fulfilling a special request from the residents of Onslow Gardens.

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The role of allied health in aged care

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.

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Bring the sunshine back to your phone

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.

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Rob’s carol makes us happy

Our talented resident at Birralee, Robert Wright, has composed a heartwarming Christmas song, 'What Makes Me Happy (at Christmas Time)' and it's nothing short of magical. The song has then been recorded by the angelic voices of Carine Primary School Choir - a true collaboration spanning generations.

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Viv Paust | Senior Story

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.

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Dulcie Lampard | Senior Story

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.

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Free will service for your lasting legacy

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.

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Jan Quartermaine | Senior Story

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.

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Research to make Advance Care Planning easier

Do your loved ones know your wishes for your future health and personal care? If so, you may have prepared an Advance Care Directive.

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Maureen Bezuidenhout | Senior Story

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.

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Can I go on holidays or take day trips when in residential aged care?

Life doesn’t have to stop when you live in residential aged care. In fact, we encourage everyone to continue living the life they enjoy. Here is everything you need to know about taking social leave in residential aged care.

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Nelly Brandsma | Senior Story

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.

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Advance Health Directives, Enduring Power of Attorney, & Guardianships – what do these terms mean?

Find out about enduring power of attorney, enduring power of guardianship and advance health directives, to help with end of life planning.

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Kate Ramsay | Senior Story

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.

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A life of adventure. Discovering our clients. | Senior Story

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.

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Will Brightwater change my home care services?

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.

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Advance care planning – what is it and why is it so important?

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.

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Ron Chandler | Senior Story

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.

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What happens if I need to go to hospital?

As our care needs change, you might need to be admitted to hospital for periods of time. Here is what happens when you need to go to hospital.

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I need to change my service, schedule or team

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.

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Brian Adamson | Senior Story

Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Brian's.

If you're a fan of footy, this name might ring a bell. Brian's bragging rights include five goals in a grand final, two premierships and a memorable hairdo.

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Gordon Ewers celebrates his 107th birthday | Senior Story

Joined by family and friends from across the decades, Brightwater Madeley resident Mr Gordon Ewers celebrated his 107th Birthday in style.

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Ken Howarth | Senior Story

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.

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Putting their best foot forward

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.

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Safe & Found WA

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.

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Penny Crittall | Senior Story

Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Penny's.

Penny loves a good story, so a career in radio was a natural fit. Despite living with multiple sclerosis, Penny remains an avid traveller and theatregoer.

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What do I do if I have a complaint?

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.

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What is a good death?

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?

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Marjorie Charleson | Senior Story

Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is Marjorie's.

Marjorie's illustrious career included many firsts. After a number of trailblazing efforts at Ascot, it's no wonder there's a horse race named in her honour.

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Empowering Aging with Compassionate Care

They are one of the powerhouse teams making up the Brightwater at Home service. Meet the Brightwater at Home nursing team.

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The Revamped Carer Gateway

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.

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David Grant | Senior Story

Across our aged care, home care and retirement communities, there are thousands of stories of a life well lived. This is David's.

For David, creativity is key. He's painted hundreds of people in their birthday suits, and even written short stories inspired by their candid conversations.

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