Resources

This video by aspire4life describes reablement in aged care, and how a reablement approach can be used by Home Support Assessors. (3 min)

Although the concept of healthy or successful ageing dates back to the 1960s, its goal is more realistic in today’s ageing society as a result of more effective interventions to control and reduce disability and health risks. Professor Claire Donnellan explains how healthy or successful ageing has evolved and provides an example of one theory of successful ageing with potential for use in gerontological care.

A workbook is being trialled to help older Australians self-manage their health and continue to achieve their goals after the intensive support of restorative care programs ends. The workbook is part of an ARIIA research grant addressing the gap in services that many restorative care program participants experience before their ongoing home support kicks in.

This video by aspire4life covers what reablement is in relation to aged care, and how a reablement approach can be used by home support assessors. (3 min)

This webinar by OPAN discusses the range of aids, equipment and modifications available through Rehabilitation Appliances Program (RAP), eligibility requirements and how to access RAP. (46 min)

Ideally transition care services would incorporate multidisciplinary care teams, proactively support those at risk of delayed discharge, consider individuals with cognitive impairment, and involve family carers. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

A range of technologies are used in aged care settings for restorative purposes. These include eHealth, exergames, virtual reality, telehealth, and smart homes with home health monitoring technologies. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

A high number of stroke survivors live in residential aged care facilities. They often suffer functional impairments following more severe strokes which prevents them from living independently in their own homes. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

There is conclusive evidence that physical activity is an important aspect of older people’s lives. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Evidence suggests a multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation tailored to the individual and based at home can improve independent activities of daily living and mobility for aged care users. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.