There's always something happening at Feros Care, whether it's how we're using technology to improve our clients' lives or the adventures of our clients and their care workers.
Here we have handpicked our favourite Feros stories, as well as blogs on travel, food, technology, health and wellness. It's all about helping you live a healthy and connected life!
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Travelling with a disability - How I travelled the world with Spinal Muscular AtrophyTristram Peters has Spinal Muscular Atrophy and although he was told he would probably never travel, he has conquered Europe and the United States with a few simple travel preparations.
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How in-home care can help seniors maintain independenceLoss of independence is one of the most unfortunate consequences of growing older. Mental and physical decline both play a role in making it difficult for seniors to take care of themselves and manage their own lives. Getting older no longer needs to mean trading in quality of life.
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Christmas then verses Christmas now – How Christmas in Australia has changed! We're feeling nostalgic. We asked our bold seniors how Christmas has changed in the past 50 years. Here are a few gems that they shared with us.
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Christmas Recipe - Port and Plum Layered Jelly Custard Cups Port and Plum Layered Jelly Custard Cups. The luscious flavour of original Port Wine Jelly, creamy custard and summer stone fruit. A dessert recipe suitable for the whole family.
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8 Inclusive Family Holiday Activities – Kids and Senior FriendlyWe've compiled a list of fun & inexpensive family activities and games that accommodate all family members — regardless of age and ability. We call them #InclusiveGames
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Feros Care and Salt Care Partnering to share knowledge and build capacityLocal Area Coordinators from Feros Care have recently started volunteering at Salt Care, where we aim to build the capacity of individuals seeking support as part of the Gawler Community Care Hub (GCC Hub). Salt Care provides an op shop, food assistance programme, low cost counselling services and referrals to clients of the Hub.
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Seniors’ Street Art Program Receives National ApplauseA bold initiative that saw a motley crew of senior citizens give their residential village bus a funky makeover has been formally recognised for smashing negative stereotypes of older people.
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How to plan ahead and settle your affairs to ensure your wishes are met When difficult changes happen in your life it can be hard to work out who should be responsible for your affairs. By planning ahead you can make sure your future wishes are respected. In this article we will cover; advance care planning, how to appoint a enduring guardian and enduring power of attorney, as well as tips for writing a will.
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Streamlining Access to the NDIS