Who decides it’s time?
Who decides it’s time? April 20, 2016 by Clewett Moving into an Aged Care Facility Scenario 1 Grace is 83 and is mostly in good physical and mental health. Recently however, she had a fall and broke her hip. After consultation with Grace’s medical and allied...
When things go wrong
When things go wrong April 20, 2016 by Clewett Residential Aged Care – When Things Go Wrong Scenario 1 John’s wife lives in a nursing home and overall seems happy with the care that she receives. However, recently the staff seem to be very busy and do not attend to...
What is Elder Abuse?
What is Elder Abuse? November 16, 2015 by Clewett Elder Abuse – What exactly is it? Elder abuse is defined as “a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust which causes harm or...
How to protect yourself
How to protect yourself November 3, 2015 by Clewett Preventing financial abuse of people with dementia Financial abuse of the elderly is on the rise as Australia’s population ages and dementia cases increase, with losses estimated to be in the millions. Queensland’s...
Do you have one?
Do you have one? November 3, 2015 by Clewett Enduring Power of Attorney – Do you have one? Some frightening, but true stories 1. Mother locked away A mother with dementia was moved from her home by her daughter, and without the knowledge of her son who lived in the...
Granny Flat Arrangements
Granny Flat Arrangements September 23, 2015 by Clewett Elder Law – sharing a home with family It may seem like an obvious move to live with one of your children and their family, rather than taking the plunge and moving into a residential aged care home. At first...
