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Help with health conditions
As we get older there are a variety of health issues that may be of concern. If any of the conditions below are relevant to you, go to the related section to find information that may help you better understand the condition and find organisations that offer support.
Dementia
This section offers carers and people with dementia useful information on how to understand the condition, and gives you a list of useful contacts and resources for further help.
Read more: About dementia
Palliative care
Palliative care is care provided for people of all ages who have a life limiting illness with little or no prospect of cure, for whom the primary treatment goal is quality of life. This section of our website contains some helpful tips and takes you through the services available for palliative care in Australia.
Read more: About palliative care
Chronic diseases
A chronic disease is one that lasts a long time and rarely resolves spontaneously. Chronic diseases can lead to other health complications, and can be associated with functional impairment and disability.This part of the website contains useful information on services that can help with a range of chronic health problems that are common among older Australians.
Read more: About chronic diseases
Managing continence
Incontinence is a common health problem that affects around two million Australians. This section of our website gives you information on its assessment, treatment and management as well as giving you a list of resources that may be of assistance.
Read more: About managing continence
Mental health
Mental health is an important part of your overall health and well-being. It includes your ability to handle the daily challenges and social interactions of life. Here you’ll find contacts of organisations that can help, as well as information about mental health issues and their prevention.
Read more: About mental health
Hearing, sight and oral health
Visit this part of our website if you want tips on how to maintain good hearing, sight and oral health, and information on services that can help.
Read more: About hearing, sight and oral health
Falls prevention
Falls can happen to anyone, but they’re more common and more significant as we get older. This section contains help on how to assess the risk of falling and how to avoid falls.
Read more: About falls prevention
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