Welcome to Bannister In Home Care - Resources
At Bannister In Home Care, we understand the importance of having access to reliable, comprehensive information when it comes to in-home care. Our resources page is designed to provide you with essential links and information to help navigate the complexities of aging and in-home care. Whether you're seeking guidance on care standards, fall prevention, dementia support, or legal rights and advocacy, our curated selection of resources ensures you have the support and knowledge you need.
Explore the categories below to find valuable information and tools tailored to your needs:
Community Care Common Standards
Learn about the Community Care Common Standards, developed by the Australian Department of Health and Ageing, which guide the delivery of quality in-home care services. These standards cover effective management, appropriate access and service delivery, and service user rights and responsibilities.
Bannister - GST Policy
Bannister - Privacy Policy
Bannister - Terms of Service
Falls Prevention
Access practical tips and resources to help prevent falls at home, including home safety guidelines and steps to take if a fall occurs.
Tips for Home Safety
How to avoid falls
Falls Prevention Strategies for Elderly
Home Care Services for Insurance Claims
Elderly Home Care and Technology
Discover how technology can enhance the quality of in-home care and improve the daily lives of seniors.
Elderly Care and Technology
Personal alarms for the elderly
Dementia Care
Find a comprehensive collection of fact sheets and information on dementia, provided by Alzheimer’s Australia. Learn about dementia diagnosis, progression, early planning, and support available for those affected by dementia.
What is Dementia?
Diagnosing Dementia
Information about Dementia for young people
Information about Dementia for parents and grandparents
Planning early for Dementia
Next steps after a Dementia diagnosis
Genetics of Dementia
About Alzheimer’s Disease
Progression stages of Alzheimer’s
Advocacy, Advocate Support, and Complaints
Understand your rights and find support through various advocacy services, including the NSW Trustee and Guardian, Private Guardian Support Unit, and The Aged Care Rights Service.
NSW Trustee and Guardian
NSW Trustee and Guardian act as an independent and impartial Administrator, Executor, Attorney and Trustee for the people of NSW and provide direct financial management services and authorisation and direction to private financial managers. Phone: 1300 364 103
Learn about the Senior Rights Service
COTA - Council on the Ageing
Information on Elder Abuse
Learn about Carer Gateway
Learn about My Aged Care
Understanding NDIS
About the Aged Care Quality Standards
Ways Lifeline can help
Learn about affordable housing options for seniors in NSW
Support for LGBT Seniors
Silver Rainbow - LGBTIQ Ageing and Aged Care
LGBT Home Care with Bannister In Home Care
Mature Age Gays - A not for profit organisation for Mature Gay men in Sydney, NSW.
Helpful Links
Explore additional resources from reputable organizations such as Dementia Australia, Cancer Council Australia, National Heart Foundation, and more.
Dementia Australia
Cancer Council Australia
National Heart Foundation
Palliative Care Australia
Parkinsons Australia
Stroke Foundation
NDIS
NSW Health
Queensland Health
Companion Card for Carers in NSW
Seniors Card NSW
Companion Card for Carers in QLD
Seniors Card QLD
Pensioners Concession Card NSW
Home Care Package Meal Providers
BMI Calculator for Seniors
Caring for you - a guide for primary caregivers
Plain English Policies
Review our policies in plain, simple language to ensure clarity and understanding of our services and commitments.
We are committed to providing you with the best possible support and information to make informed decisions about your in-home care. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can read our blog here.