Community Case Manager / Aged and Disability / Endorsed Enrolled Nurse/ Home Care Packages / Commonwealth Home Support Program / NDIS
This is more common than people think. Hoarding and squalor is very dangerous for the elderly. 1. It increases the falls risk greatly 2. Emergency services can struggle to navigate through the mess in the event of an emergency 3. It is extremely unsanitary which can cause serious health concerns and poor nutrition 4. It is quite possibly a sign of dementia or Alzheimers in our loved ones. Hoarding is often a coping mechanism for someone who has experienced trauma or sadness in their life. Helping those in these situations is extremely important. We can do this by offering them choices, instead of making all the decisions for them. This also helps them maintain a sense of independence and control over their lives. #hoarding #squalor #elderlycare #agedcareaustralia #mentalhealthawareness #supportingseniors #mentalhealthmatters #dementiaawareness #alzheimersawareness #dementia #alzheimers
There is still time to register for ‘Helping Older People Who Hoard’ webinar! Join us for this informative session on Tuesday, 6 February. Aimed at CHSP staff, this webinar will teach attendees how to work with, support and assist older people living in challenging domestic environments, giving the aged care worker awareness, confidence and strategies for speaking with and supporting the older person in a way that minimises harm and fosters a positive and helpful outcome. We also have additional sessions throughout March to June 2024. Find out more and register here > https://lnkd.in/g7SkcQhc #ACCPAlearning #mentalhealth #CHSPstaff
