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While there are many forms of dementia, it’s a progressive illness that usually causes significant decline in a person's mental abilities or 'cognitive function' – such as our capacity for memory,...

Dementia is a collection of symptoms that appear when there is some damage to the brain caused by diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. What happens is that the nerve cells in the brain become so...

Everyone, young and old, loves to play games! Think ‘games for seniors’ and images of bingo halls and jigsaw puzzles probably come to mind. On the other hand, think ‘computer games’ and you’re...

Oftentimes, we can find it hard to find fun activities for seniors which bring the whole family together, especially when multiple generations are involved. But getting together with older...

Having limited mobility is a fact of life for many older adults, and is the reason that many of our wonderful clients require a little extra help at home. As we get older, our bodies – and often...

For elderly people suffering from dementia, finding suitable activities can not only be a great way to keep active and have fun, but can also help to improve brain health, enhance short and long...

As we get older, spending more time alone is a part of life. At Care for Family, we help seniors to maintain their independence while living at home, by providing expert in-home care and...

Vision loss is quite common in older adults, and the risk of vision impairment increases as we get older. In fact, over 444,000 Australian adults over the age of 55 are vision-impaired, legally...

Is a senior person in your life looking to meet others, see some interesting places, or discover a new passion?

One of the greatest things about retirement and senior living is having so much more time for social activities. Many of our clients at Care For Family enjoy rich social lives thanks to a variety...