Almost 1 in 10 people over 65 have dementia in Australia and as we age this number increases substantially. However it’s important to remember dementia is not a normal part of ageing, and lifestyle changes like physical activity, mental stimulation, a healthy diet and good social connections can all help reduce risk and improve outcomes....
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Type 2 Diabetes in English covers information such as: what is diabetes, nutrition and healthy eating, care for the body with diabetes, and Monitoring blood sugar levels.
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Medicines Reminder Cards available. These cards are intended to help you remember when to take medicines and do other activities recommended by your doctor or health professional. The cards are designed to make it easier for you or someone you provide care for, to support independence with managing medications and health care. Bolton Clarke’s Medicines Reminder Cards are available in English, Arabic,Chinese, Croatian, Greek, Italian, Macedonian, Turkish and Vietnamese.
Read MoreThe Veterans Family Toolkit is series of videos aims to inform and educate current and former members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), and importantly families and friends, about mental health. These videos cover post-traumatic mental health, avenues to treatment and how to best support yourself and your loved one. The videos are designed to break down the stigma around seeking help, and include input from veterans, families, and experts in the field.
Read MoreThis video explores the personal stories of Veterans Phil Thompson, Andy Cullen, Gary Stone and Michael Stone, encompassing their experiences of deployment, returning to the civilian world and living with PTSD.
Read MoreVideo 2 features interviews with experts in the field of Veteran mental health, including Dr Andrew Khoo and Professor David Forbes, who provide commentary on the key contributing factors and symptoms Veterans may experience when it comes to mental illness.
Read MoreWe treat physical injury, so why not psychological injury? This video demonstrates that the brain undergoes significant changes with PTSD, so it is a very real and very treatable condition.
Read MoreFamily members of Veterans share their emotional stories about facing PTSD, highlighting the importance of seeking support.
Read MoreThe Veterans and medical professionals featured in this video aim to reduce the fear and stigma around seeking treatment for PTSD, by speaking about the importance of taking a holistic approach to treatment, through therapy, medication and peer support.
Read MoreWhether you’re a quiet thinker, social and outgoing or have a cheeky sense of humour, your characteristics have made you who you are. And from being a footy fan, great cook, musician or gardener, your passions are what drive you. Respecting your unique story is a hallmark of Bolton Clarke Residential Aged Care. If you’re...
Read MoreWhat are Residential Aged Care Services? At Bolton Clarke Residential Aged Care, we understand that while the years have changed some things about you, you’re still the same person you’ve always been. Respecting your unique story is one of our key hallmarks. If you’re a resident, you and your family can count on being supported...
Read MoreWhat is At Home Support? Bolton Clarke At Home Support is our range of practical, adaptable services to help you retain your independence at home. Whether you’re getting back on your feet after a hospital stay, would like a helping hand in the garden or need a lift to and from the shops, we’re here...
Read MoreOur society is more diverse than ever and at Bolton Clarke, diversity in all of its forms is respected and celebrated. The Bolton Clarke Diversity Framework 2017-2025 is an organisation-wide strategy to better understand and respond to the diverse needs and choices of our clients, residents, workforce and other customers.
Download FileIs stress affecting your day-to-day life? Create a toolbox of techniques to manage stress. ‘Master your mind’ is a FREE community information session about managing symptoms of stress. It also touches on hearing loss. This information session will give you the tools to recognise, manage and help prevent unhealthy levels of stress. It will also...
Read MoreYour skin changes as you age and is less able to protect and heal itself. Learn how to improve and maintain skin health. Did you know that the average person’s skin weighs 4kg, has a surface area of 1.75m and accounts for 7% of their body weight? Skin changes as we age and is less...
Read MoreHappy people live longer, have stronger immune systems and have improved coping skills. Learn how to experience happiness and satisfaction at any age. ‘Healthy Brain, Healthy Body’ is a FREE community information session about positive ageing. Did you know that longevity is 30% due to genetics and 70% due to your environment? Happy people live...
Read More‘Healthy Bladder’ is a community information session all about bladder health. Learn simple tips and exercises to improve control and prevent future bladder problems. There are 4.8 million Australians living with bladder weakness. It’s a common condition, so if it’s something that you face in your daily life, you’re not alone. This information session will teach...
Read MoreOne third of people over the age of 65 fall at least once per year, and around half of these are in and around the home. In this FREE one hour session on falls prevention, learn the reasons you may be suffering from falls and the steps you can take to reduce your risk of...
Read MoreWhat’s more important than knowing how to save a life? In an emergency situation, acting in the first few minutes could mean the difference between life and death. Learn the basics of resuscitation and how to use a defibrillator. ‘CPR & Defibrillation Basics’ is a FREE community information session that will teach you the basics of...
Read More“Who could live without flavour? Flavour is pleasure as well as health. It’s so vital to life” – Maggie Beer ‘Healthy Eating & Nutrition’ is a FREE community information session to help you get more out of life. Join us to learn about nutrition and how to get the most out of every day. This information...
Read MoreSix client/resident stories have been developed as interactive Digital Diversity Stories for use in workforce training and development programs. Each story has a specific focus: CALD, Aboriginal, LGBTI, Veteran, Wound and Elder Abuse but also presents the multiple diversity characteristics and holistic needs of each client/resident. Diversity stories are an integral part of identifying, understanding...
Read MoreBolton Clarke provides a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in Vietnamese covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in Macedonian covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke provides a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in Italian covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke provides a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in Greek covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke provides a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in Chinese covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke provides a series of information handouts on different health topics. Information on caring for a Stoma in English covers information such as: What is a stoma? A guide to eating and drinking; A guide to managing constipation; Caring for a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy; Healthy bowel habits; Hints for a patient with a...
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Dementia in English covers information such as: what is Dementia; what can I do if I have dementia Dementia; and communicating with a person who has Dementia.
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Dementia in Vietnamese covers information such as: what is Dementia; what can I do if I have dementia Dementia; and communicating with a person who has Dementia.
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Type 2 Diabetes in Vietnamese, covers information such as: What is Diabetes? Living with Diabetes Diabetes nutrition Managing your physical health Monitoring blood sugar levels You can read or listen to the ‘Information on Type 2 Diabetes in...
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Type 2 Diabetes in Greek, covers information such as: What is Diabetes? Living with Diabetes Diabetes nutrition Managing your physical health Monitoring blood sugar levels You can read or listen to the ‘Information on Type 2 Diabetes in...
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Type 2 Diabetes in Italian, covers information such as: What is Diabetes? Living with Diabetes Diabetes nutrition Managing your physical health Monitoring blood sugar levels You can read or listen to the ‘Information on Type 2 Diabetes in...
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Medicines in English, covers information such as, why do we take medicines, different types of medicines as well as organising and storing your medicines. Click to find out more.
Read MoreBolton Clarke has a series of Talking Books and information handouts on different health topics. Information on Type 2 diabetes in Macedonian, covers information such as, what is diabetes, diabetic living and diabetes nutrition. Click to find out more.
Read MoreAs we experience one of the worst flu seasons in Australia, here are four easy ways we can all help prevent the spread of infections amongst our family, friends and communities.
Read MoreAt Bolton Clarke we want to provide translated and easy to understand information wherever possible in many languages. We have developed a Translation Standard that ensures our translations are of good quality and information is easy to understand. All translations produced at Bolton Clarke are developed against the Translation Standard. The Translation Standard can assist consumers to make better choices and decisions about their health and care.
Download FileWhy choose Bolton Clarke As Australia’s most experienced independent living services organisation, Bolton Clarke supports you to live the best life possible. Our long-held values of kindness and respect are at the heart of everything we do – and we’ll always put your needs first. Every day, and in all we do, our promise is...
Read MoreMany of our Home Nursing, Home Assistance and health and wellbeing services can be accessed via Home Care Packages. A Home Care Package is a fixed amount of money provided by the Australian Government to help support people who want to retain their independence and lifestyle, and continue to live in their own home for...
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