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Read more about the article Personal alarm pendant pros cons: an honest guide

Personal alarm pendant pros cons: an honest guide

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 27, 2026
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A practical look at when personal alarm pendants help, where they fall short, and how to choose an option someone will actually use.

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Read more about the article Technology for seniors living alone: support without taking over

Technology for seniors living alone: support without taking over

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 23, 2026
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The right technology can support independence, keep daily routines simple and offer families reassurance without making home feel monitored.

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Read more about the article Bed Sensor Dementia Guide: What They Do and Who They Suit

Bed Sensor Dementia Guide: What They Do and Who They Suit

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 22, 2026
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A practical guide to how bed sensors work, when they can help, and what families and support teams should consider before choosing one.

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Read more about the article Night time falls elderly people experience: practical ways to reduce risk

Night time falls elderly people experience: practical ways to reduce risk

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 20, 2026
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A calm, practical guide to lighting, toileting routines, safer movement and bed sensors for people at risk of falling overnight.

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Read more about the article “I’m fine, love.” How to raise extra support with Mum or Dad

“I’m fine, love.” How to raise extra support with Mum or Dad

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 18, 2026
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How to raise extra support at home with Mum or Dad without it sounding like you don't trust them: when, what to say, and small first steps.

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Read more about the article Assistive technology funding Australia: Support at Home, NDIS and other routes

Assistive technology funding Australia: Support at Home, NDIS and other routes

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 16, 2026
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A plain guide to the main Australian pathways that can help pay for useful assistive technology at home and in the community.

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Read more about the article Ageing in place home safety checklist: room by room

Ageing in place home safety checklist: room by room

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 15, 2026
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A calm, practical room by room checklist to help older people, people with disability and other vulnerable people feel safer at home.

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Read more about the article What to Do After a Fall: Elderly People and Families

What to Do After a Fall: Elderly People and Families

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 13, 2026
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A calm, practical checklist for helping an older person, a person with disability, or another vulnerable person after a fall at home.

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Read more about the article Non-camera fall detection: radar or camera monitoring at home?

Non-camera fall detection: radar or camera monitoring at home?

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 9, 2026
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A practical guide to choosing between radar and camera monitoring while protecting privacy, dignity and everyday independence at home.

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Read more about the article Fall detection for elderly parents and people with disability: a plain guide for Australian families

Fall detection for elderly parents and people with disability: a plain guide for Australian families

  • Post author:Dr Tom Hitchcock
  • Post published: October 6, 2026
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What fall detection actually does, the main options in Australia, and how to choose one that an older parent, or a family member with disability, will genuinely use.

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