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DISCLAIMER

• This is general advice, based on the presenter’s personal

understanding

• It is not intended to be anything more than general advice
• It is also not intended to demean Nursing Homes-they play an

important part of our community.

How to Stay Out of a Nursing Home

By Preserving Your Independence

Step ONE: Stay Out of Trouble

At our age, it’s as easy to get into trouble…

Don’t Assume This Won’t Happen to YOU!

Take Preventative Fall Action

• Seek, and take the advice of medical

professionals.

• Use a walking stick BEFORE you have a fall.
• Have hand-rails installed in your bathroom

Take Preventative Fall Action

• Use anti-slip mats wherever needed.
• Do leg strengthening exercises.
• Eat well and drink alcohol responsibly.

Take Responsibility for Your Body

• Find an exercise regimen that is suitable

for your level.

• Ask your Physiotherapist for exercises.
• Use online fitness programs at home.

Embrace the Online Brain Health Revolution

• Use online puzzles and games to keep

your brain active.

• Be inquisitive and explore the latest news
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• Keep up with the latest in anti-ageing

eating regimens.

Downsize sooner rather than later

Investigate My Aged Care and ACAT Online

DIGITAL LEGACY

• Sue Martin FREE lecture on Digital Legacy Tuesday 30 April Newport

Community Centre 1.30-3.30pm

Some of the Services ACAT Provides

• Free transport to health services
• Free home help – e.g. cook,

cleaner and physio

• New equipment – e.g. Mobility

Scooters (Customisation Optional)

Community Based Assistance

• Avpals
• EasyLink transport system
• Financial planning for seniors

Explore What Else Technology can do For You

• Robot Vacuum Cleaner
• Smartphone/Tablet/Laptop
• Smart Doorbell
• Smart Hearing Aids

Personal Alarm & Communication

• Personal 3G Mobile Life Alarm with GPS and Fall Detector
• Home phone with BIG display and buttons.

Voice Recognition Technology

• Apple – Siri & HomePod
• Amazon – Echo (Alexa)
• Google – Home

I try not to be biased, that makes me pretty fair.

Helpful Apps

• Trackers for keys, wallet etc.
• Health assistance Apps.
• Motion sensors and lights

Online Banking

PayPal

Online Library Services

• BorrowBox
• Overdrive
• Kanopy
• NBC ebooks

Northern Beaches Council ebooks

Online Shopping

• Coles
• Woolworths
• Aldi

Technology Can Save You From The Nursing Home

Embrace It!