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Feros Care Residential Villages focus on healthy bodies and healthy minds
Nutrition plays an integral part in our lives and in keeping us happy and healthy – this is even more so as we get older. Feros Care is proud to maintain a culture that places heavy significance on the food we provide to our residents.
Music therapy unlocks long lost memories
Our Feros Village residents have been taking to the headphones in a ground-breaking program that is awakening long lost memories. Over the last week, they also got to enjoy more of music, with the local Stone & Wood Brewery team visiting the Wommin Bay Feros Village for an afternoon of karaoke.
How to lower your health risks – boost your ‘good’ cholesterol, seven foods for healthy eyes, and more tips for seniors
As we age, it’s natural that life gets in the way, and as a result our health often takes a backseat. But approaching your golden years with good health might just be the best thing you can do for yourself. What can you do to lower your health risks after retirement?
Let’s innovate: three cool things happening in disability
On a daily basis, people are inventing and brainstorming ways that make society more and more accessible. They’re also normalising disability. Tristram Peters shares three cool things happening in the disability space.
Find out how you are supported under the new Single Aged Care Quality Framework
The Australian Government has recently introduced a number of reforms to the aged care system, which places the client at the forefront of service. The introduction of a Single Aged Care Quality Framework will affect you as a customer – let us explain how.
Bold Ballerinas prove that you’re never too old to dance
Residents of Feros Village Byron Bay have been attending ballet lessons as part of a project called Bold Ballerinas, which aims to improve strength, balance and flexibility through dance.
Smart technologies for older people – technology’s influence on aged care
Technology has an increasing influence not only on the aged care space in general, but the ageing population at large. If you want to learn how the use of technology can help you both in everyday life and in the long run, then read on!
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The benefits of pet therapy for the elderly
Pets make us healthier and happier – they keep us company and initiate social interactions, motivate us to get out and about, and can even increase our serotonin levels or soothe us. So in what other ways can seniors benefit from pet therapy?
LAC Team Update - Jo Hayes
Learn a little more about our new General Manager, Local Area Coordination, Jo Hayes, who lives by the words 'Be brave but be kind.'
Caregiving and a loving relationship – can the two coexist?
Caring for a loved one can have a strain on any relationship, but it’s especially stressing for partners or spouses. Follow these tips to make sure that your relationship isn’t suffering because of your caregiving responsibilities.
Caring for elderly parents: what to expect
Caring for your elderly parents can be a trying time. We understand, and we try to provide answers to some of your difficult questions here – Feros Care style.
Parenting a child with disability: what to expect
Parents of children with disabilities face many tough questions throughout their journey. We want to help wherever we can – here are the Feros Care answers for carers like you.
Must-know tools and tips for people with Parkinson’s disease
April is the month of Parkinson’s awareness, and in honour of it we have compiled a guide for those living with Parkinson’s for overcoming the hurdles this condition presents.
Disability without stereotypes - People to follow if you want the truth about disability
If you prefer your inspiration without cheesiness, check out Tristram's favourite people with disability who are smashing stereotypes.
MyFeros and Google Assistant are helping seniors live in their homes longer
Managing your funding packages is now easier with an Australian-first project between Feros Care and Google. MyFeros self-service portal is now accessible by simple voice-command technology, making it the first of its kind.
5 fashion icons over 50 breaking the internet
Forget beige colours, forget dull cuts, and forget what you know about “older fashion” – fashion trends for women over 50 don’t have to be boring, and these incredible fashion icons prove just that!
Dancing for better health - Physical activity for seniors
Exercise is the key to a long and healthy life. However, one exercise stands above the rest. Dancing promotes physical, mental, and social wellbeing, and helps ward off dementia and other illnesses.
Feros Care introduces MyFeros, the self-service tool that helps you better manage your Home Care Package
Manage your Home Care Package on any device, at any time with MyFeros. MyFeros is Feros Care's client portal, a place where you can manage your services, check your balance and make contact with your care support team. MyFeros gives back control, time and improves your safety.
Insightful tips for communicating with a parent who has dementia or Alzheimer's
Are you having difficulties communicating with your ageing parents? Wandering or short attention span, difficulty with comprehension, and frustrating repetitions are just some of the challenges when communicating with a parent who has dementia. Learn how to better communicate these quick tips and tested tricks.
Don't be a galah when it comes to disability
If you've ever felt awkward, uncomfortable or worried that you've been rude when it comes to people with disability, this quick and easy guide is here to help you!