Age Friendly Resources

Resources for older people

The information below is to assist in providing information on home care support, housing options for over 55’s within the City of Kalamunda along with helpful resources to assist older people.

Help Stop Elder Abuse

Did you know Australia wide 1 in 6 older people will experience some form of abuse?

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, or has a question about elder abuse, please call the WA Elder Abuse Helpline on 1300 724 679 for a confidential discussion. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.

The helpline is funded by the Department of Communities and operated by Advocare, a not-for-profit organisation that supports and protects the rights of older people in Western Australia through advocacy, information and education.

Elder abuse is any act that causes harm to an older person, occurring within a relationship of trust, whether it's a family member, friend or carer. Abuse can take many forms and includes:

Financial
Emotional/Psychological
Physical
Neglect
Sexual
Social Isolation

Call 1300 724 679.

Senior Housing

The State Government provides information on a variety of housing options for over 55’s on the Seniors Housing website. Information covers topics such as staying in your own home, specialised accommodation (lifestyle communities) and general advice on renting and handling housing contracts and agreements.

The Seniors Housing Advisory Centre also provides free, independent information and advice regarding a range of aged housing options in Western Australia.

Contact Information

For more information contact the Seniors Housing Advisory Centre:
Website: http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/consumer-protection/about-seniors-housing-advisory-centre
Phone: 1300 367 057
Email: seniors.housing@dmirs.wa.gov.au
Address: Level 2, 140 William Street, Perth

LiveUp

LiveUp is a national platform designed to help you reimagine, reset, and reconnect with living your life to its fullest. This FREE information platform will help you find personalised suggestions in your local area or online for a healthy ageing journey, tailored exercise classes, assistive products, and social activities to help you maintain and even regain your independence.

LiveUp makes it as easy as 1.2.3 to find information and support to help you age your way.
Get started with the FREE quiz.

Contact Information

Phone: 1800 951 971 | Email: communities@liveup.org.au
Website: liveup.org.au

Falls Prevention Online Learning

The Stay On Your Feet^® online learning modules help you learn how to prevent falls from the comfort of your own home.

Move Your Body Online Learning Module

The Move Your Body Online Learning Module allows you to improve your awareness and knowledge of the importance of strength and balance for healthy ageing and preventing falls.

Safe & Found WA

Safe & Found WA is an initiative introduced by Western Australia Police Force (WA Police Force) and Australia Medic Alert Foundation.

Safe & Found supports people living with dementia, autism or a cognitive impairment who might be at risk of becoming lost or reported as missing, by ensuring Police have immediate access to critical information to assist when undertaking search operations.

A detailed profile outlining your personal history and characteristics is completed ahead of time, and kept securely along with a recent photo, on the Safe & Found database for Police to access immediately if you go missing.

A Safe & Found ID bracelet is included with your membership to protect you when you're out in public. Your bracelet is engraved with the details needed to return you to safety should you appear lost or disoriented.

Find out more: Safe & Found

Resources

Some websites to assist with aged care and housing options

My Aged Care

The My Aged Care is the starting point to access Australian Government funded services for aged care. My Aged Care can help you find out about:

Type of aged care services available
Your eligibility for services
Service providers in your area
Costs you may need to pay
Quality in aged care
Advocacy services
How to make a complaint

Home care packages help you or your loved one stay at home longer by providing support where it's needed. Each eligible senior will be allocated a home care package that offers the right level of support for their assessed care needs. However a persons needs often change over time, so it's important to reassess whether an existing home care package is meeting your needs or those of your loved one as time goes by.

Even if you or a loved one have been previously denied a package, you can apply for a home care package again. This is because a person may become eligible if their care needs change. Reassessment can ensure you or your loved one can access the right level of care at all times.

Contact Information

For more information contact My Aged Care
Website: https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/
Phone: 1800 200 422
Contact hours:

Monday to Friday (closed on public holidays) 8am to 8pm (local time)
Saturday 10am to 2pm (local time

If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, My Aged Care can help through the National Relay Service. Phone: 1800 555 677* and ask for 1800 200 422*. If you need an interpreter, My Aged Care can help through the Translating and Interpreting Service. Phone: 131 450 and ask for 1800 200 422*.