Accommodation advice - special needs
Aged Care Assessment Services (ACAS) is a program which helps older people and younger people with a disability gain access to the services they need. These services may include aged care services, health services and other community support ... [... more]
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Epilepsy - treatment options
Many people experience a single seizure, while approximately 50 per cent go on to have further seizures. It is not possible to know for certain who will have more than one seizure. The circumstances of the seizure, the family history or the test ... [... more]
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Vision loss and sport
Vision loss may prevent a person from enjoying their usual sporting activities. However, a sedentary and house-bound lifestyle can lead to a variety of problems, such as overweight and obesity, mobility difficulties and loneliness. Many sports ... [... more]
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Vision loss - recreational activities
People over 70 commonly experience some degree of vision loss as a result of ageing. Many recreational activities can be adapted to suit a person with vision impairment. Relevant organisations can offer equipment and advice. Many books and ... [... more]
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Multiple sclerosis - treatment options
The cause of MS is not known, although genetic and environmental factors are thought to be involved. The two major forms of MS include relapsing-remitting and progressive. There is no cure as yet, but there are treatments available to treat acute ... [... more]
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Traumatic brain injury and sexual issues
Traumatic brain injury can alter the way a person experiences and expresses their sexuality. Common problems can include reduced sex drive, difficulties with sexual functioning (such as impotence) and behaving sexually at inappropriate ... [... more]
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Epilepsy and exercise
Physical activity can reduce the risk of seizures. However, since seizures can come on suddenly without warning, a person with epilepsy needs to make sure their exercise and sporting activities are as safe as possible. Epilepsy is a brain ... [... more]
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Multiple sclerosis explained
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common chronic disease of the central nervous system among young Australians. Victoria has more people with MS than any other state in Australia. MS is not contagious, but it is progressive and ... [... more]
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Vision loss - safety around the home
Deteriorating vision can turn simple tasks around the home into potential hazards. There are many ways to improve general safety. Simple tasks around the home like making a cup of coffee or negotiating stairs can be hazardous if your vision is ... [... more]
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Hearing loss - workplace tips for managers
Work environments can be adjusted to take into consideration the needs of a person with a hearing loss. Professional advice is available from both government and community organisations. Work environments can be adjusted to take into ... [... more]
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Meniere's disease
Meniere's disease affects the ear, which is the seat of hearing and balance. The condition causes vertigo, dizziness, fluctuating hearing loss and tinnitus. Attacks can be minutes or hours long. Over time, the hearing is permanently ... [... more]
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Parkinson's disease - treatment
Parkinson's disease is currently an incurable condition, but it is manageable. A range of different medications is used to treat the symptoms. Support, when used in conjunction with medication, is the best form of management of Parkinson's. ... [... more]
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