Older People's Health
As we age, maintaining health becomes increasingly important. This page provides valuable information on common health issues faced by older adults and the steps to manage them. Whether you’re learning about osteoporosis or preparing for residential aged care, you’ll find essential insights and resources here.
How can I support my health as an older person?
You should stay physically active, eat well, continue to socialise can improve your health and help you live a healthy, happy and active life as you get older.
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On this page you will find information and support you need to look after your own or someone you love’s health. There are several easy to understand factsheets available.
Factsheets about older person’s health
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What is an older person's health assessment? If you are over the age of 70 years old, you should have regular health checks. There are some health screening tests you can do to help manage and prevent health conditions that are more common at this age. These include: an osteoporosis risk...
Acutely Disturbed Adult or Older Person
What is an Acutely Disturbed Adult or Older Person? An adult may appear mentally unwell or unstable if their thoughts or behaviour are not normal. This can happen if they are affected by alcohol or drugs, experiencing psychosis, or confused due to a medical condition called delirium. Delirium is...
Alzheimer’s disease
What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Anyone can get Alzheimer's disease, but it is most common in older people. If you have Alzheimer's disease, you may find it hard to remember or plan things. Everyone's experience is different. There is no cure for...
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What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone that makes it weaker and more likely to fracture. There are no symptoms of osteoporosis until a fracture occurs and because of this it tends to be under-diagnosed. All people over the age of 70 can be screened for osteoporosis...
Before entering residential aged care
What is it? Before entering residential aged care it is important for your GP to look at in home support options and treatments that may help you. Aged care homes have to provide all the care and services required to meet your needs. This includes supporting your health, wellbeing, social...