Issue #1 - 1 - Spring 2015

Health and Wellness Spring Newsletter

Table of Contents

Meet our Health and Active Ageing

Manager

Meet some of our new staff

o Tom (Physiotherapist PKRS)

o Chan (Podiatry LVRS/ PRS)

o Huy (Podiatry PRS/ PKRS)

Healthy Ageing- what is it?

My Aged Care (MAC)/ CHSP Changes

Health Promotion Events

o National Stroke Week (Sept)

o World Physiotherapy Day (Sept)

o OT awareness week (Oct)

o World COPD Day (Nov)

Key Dates and Events

o Active Aging Week

o Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle

Expo

o Australian Master Games

o Community Foundation Day

Existing and new therapy programs at our

Rehabilitation Centres

o Balance

o Pilates

o Aqua Therapy

o Chronic pain & relaxation

Private Services –gym memberships

o Competition for new name

Early Intervention- Residential care

Meet Marion Modra

Southern Cross Care Healthy &

Active Ageing Manager

Marion joined Southern Cross Care last year as

part of our Rehabilitation team. Marion is an OT

by background and has worked in aged care,

disability, community and rehabilitation settings.

Marion is surviving year 12 as her daughter

completes her high schooling – it seemed easier

the first time around. She lives in the Adelaide

Hills in a converted old school and loves spending

time in her garden. “There is never enough time

for gardening but I’m cultivating a rambling

cottage feel so that the weeds blend in”.

One of Marion’s other interests is knitting and we

hear she has been busy working on Tea Cosies for

the Community Day – come by and check out her

creativity.

Lourdes Valley Rehabilitation Services 18 Cross Rd Myrtle bank SA 5064

Phone : 08 8433 0475

The Pines Rehabilitation Services 336 Marion Rd North Plympton SA 5038

Phone : 08 8179 6825

Philip Kennedy Centre Rehabilitation Service 477- 479 Wigley Street

Largs Bay SA 5016 Phone: 08 8242 2985

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Meet some of our other new staff

members

CHAN LAM- PODIATRIST (PRS, LVRS)

Chan our new Podiatrist graduated at the end of

2011 at the University of South Australia. She has

experience in Private Practice and Aged Care. Her

interests include diabetes foot care and orthotic

therapy. Outside of work she enjoys travelling,

trying new foods and has recently enrolled in a

hand building ceramics course. Chan works at

Lourdes Valley Rehab Services on Monday and is

at the Pines Rehab Services on Wednesday and

Fridays.

TOM LAM- PHYSIOTHERAPIST (PKRS)

HUY PHAM- PODIATRIST (LVRS, PKRS)

Huy is one of the new podiatrists at Southern

Cross Care and is based at the Phillip Kennedy

Centre, also traveling down to Lourdes Valley on

Wednesdays. Huy has worked in private practice,

aged care and podiatry locum services prior to

working in day therapy at Southern Cross Care.

He has interests all aspects of podiatry,

particularly in orthotic manufacture and

modification. In his spare time, Huy likes to

participate in sports and fitness and spending

time with friends.

“I have been a physiotherapist for 4 years and studied at UniSA. I have worked in residential aged care and private practice previously to starting at Southern Cross Care. I only work part-time at PKRS Day Therapy Centre as I also run my own private practice in Parafield Gardens. My interest include cricket, basketball, football (Port Power), badminton- pretty much all sports, travelling and eating. I have felt very welcomed by the team at PKRS and look very forward to working here in the future.”

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Healthy ageing is important and a

right to all of us

Healthy Ageing- What is it?

Southern Cross Care (SCC) appreciates healthy

ageing as we believe it is a right for all individuals.

Ageing is not confined to the notion of “getting

older and being unable to do things for

themselves”. This historical view of ageing has

evolved quite rapidly and it is our belief that

everyone has a right to healthy ageing.

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines

health as

“a state of complete physical, mental and social

well-being and not merely the absence of disease

or infirmity.”

There are many definitions of healthy ageing and

linked terms such as active ageing and positive

ageing.

As there is no universal definition of healthy

ageing, WHO’s definition for active ageing is

“the process of optimizing opportunities for

health, participation and security in order to

enhance quality of life as people age: enabling

them to reach their potential for physical, social

and mental well-being throughout the life

course.”

In other words, healthy ageing allows people to

realise their physical, mental and social potential

regardless of age & disease processes.

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My Aged Care (MAC) &

Commonwealth Home Support

Programme (CHSP) Update

Southern Cross Care is continuing to transition

our Day Therapy, Respite and Home and

Community Care Services to the new

Commonwealth Home Support Programme.

This has seen changes to our referral pathway

from the 1st July 2015, with the introduction of

My Aged Care. For new clients wanting to access

our services at Southern Cross Care, we can assist

with the referral process which can be done

online by service providers or by phone for clients

or family members.

When contacting My Aged Care to attend

services at Southern Cross Care you must specify

Southern Cross as the provider of choice.

Please speak to admin or therapy staff for

anymore information or assistance we can

provide.

My Aged Care

1800 200 422

www.myagedcare.gov.au

A recent change is the Commonwealth Home

Support Fees Policy has been relinquished

following feedback from service providers and we

are awaiting a new Commonwealth Home

Support Fee Framework which we will then work

to advise clients and implement. With this delay

brings celebration as our Day Therapy Service cap

will remain in place and fees remain unchanged

until 1 November 2015.

For our existing clients, therapy continues as

normal and we look forward to assisting you

meet new goals and hit new targets during the

warmer spring months. Please keep a look out for

our new programs, including the commencement

of independent gym use via a membership.

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Health Promotion Events

National Stroke Week

Monday 14-21st September 2015

Symptoms could include:

Face Check their face. Has their mouth drooped?

Arms Can they lift both arms?

Speech Is their speech slurred? Do they understand

you?

Time Is critical. If you see any of these signs call 000

straight away.

https://strokefoundation.com.au/about-

stroke/stroke-symptoms#sthash.X4Pd8KRG.dpuf

ENQUIRE ABOUT OUR STROKE GROUP IF YOU

HAVE PREVIOUSLY SUFFERED FROM A STROKE

Occupational Therapy

Awareness Week

18th -24th October 2015

Occupational Therapy has helped hundreds of clients’

achieve independence in their daily lives through

home modifications, hand therapy and chronic illness

management. It is a mandate and passion of OTs to

advocate and improve client’s abilities to be

independent in their various life roles.

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLOSEST CENTRE TO

ENQUIRE ABOUT THE ABOVE SERVICES.

Lung Health Awareness Month

November 2015

Lung Disease is such a broad term which has an array of meanings for people. It can refer to:

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Lung cancer

Asthma

Bronchiectasis

Chronic cough

and others…. Pleas review this website for further information http://lungfoundation.com.au/general-information/statistics/

Is it impacting your quality of life? Complete the quality of life checklist on the following page. At our health and wellness centers, we can provide preventative exercises and management tips to have a better quality of life.

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PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLOSEST CENTRE TO

ENQUIRE ABOUT SERVICES TO IMPROVE YOUR

QUALITY OF LIFE.

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World Physiotherapy Day

8 September 2015 Each year, on September 8, we celebrate World Physiotherapy Day, a global event celebrating the incredible role physiotherapists play in the community and the relationships that patients have with their physiotherapist.

The theme for this years World Physiotherapy Day is movement for health, fulfilling potential. Whether you’re in a rehabilitation centre, hospital or practice, join in the celebration. This global event is an opportunity to promote the crucial role physiotherapists plays in keeping populations well, mobile and independent. As the peak body representing the interests of Australian physiotherapists and their patients, we are passionate about championing rehabilitation. The APA represents more than 18,000 members who conduct over 23 million consultations each year. On World Physiotherapy Day, we promote awareness of the benefits of physiotherapy in the prevention, maintenance and treatment of injuries among Australians. Many people with long-term health conditions or disabilities lead happy and fulfilled lives. However, some do not because they do not receive the right kind of support. This waste of human potential has a cost to society, as well as individuals. Physical therapists are health professionals who have a key role in helping people with long-term conditions achieve their goals, fulfil their potential and participate fully in

society. They work with people to maximise movement and functional ability. If you have problems that affect your mobility, ask a physiotherapist, the qualified experts in movement and exercise.

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Key Dates & Events

September 27- October 3, 2015

Active Aging Week promotes the benefits of

a healthy lifestyle on a national scale

by giving older adults the opportunity to

experience diverse activities and exercise

in a safe, friendly and fun atmosphere.

KEEP ALERT FOR WHAT IS

HAPPENING THIS WEEK AT

OUR CENTRES

SCC COMMUNITY DAY SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER

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Existing and new therapy programs at our Rehabilitation

Centres

Falls Prevention Group

Do you feel insecure when walking outside on the footpath or do you have the wobblies

sometimes? Then perhaps try our falls and balance programme where you are able to do exercises

that will improve your strength and balance then learn about some of the following topics:

Footwear/ foot care

Home/Environmental safety

How to prevent a long lie/personal

alarms Medication/sleep

Nutrition

How to get up from a fall

Hip protectors

Continence/toileting

Vision

Services and aides

Osteoporosis

Site Day Time Slots

The Pines Monday 10:30-11:45am

11:15-12:30pm

Wednesday 1:00-2:15pm

1:45-3:00pm

Lourdes Valley Wednesday 10:30-11:45am

11:15-12:30pm

Phillip Kennedy Monday 2:00-3:15pm

2:45-4:00pm

Wednesday 1:00-2:15pm

1:45-3:00pm

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Pilates

We can all benefit from any form of exercise but Pilates is a wonderful gentle programme that can:

Increase flexibility

Improve posture and prevent stooping Strengthening muscles (particularly trunk and lower back) which in turn can

Reduce back pain

Holistically benefits our mind, body and soul.

Aqua Therapy

As you may be aware, there have been changes to the scheduled aquatic pool times at Phillip Kennedy

Rehabilitation Services. There are now 3 different types of hydrotherapy sessions, which therapists have

assessed what session is best suitable for you. If you would like to commence one of these sessions, please

speak to reception about booking an assessment or contact the center on 8242 2985.

Site Day Time Slots

The Pines Monday 9:30-10:30am

Lourdes Valley Friday 10:30-11:30am

Phillip Kennedy Monday 9:00-10:00am

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Aquatic

physiotherapy

Aquatic fitness

(instructor led)

Aquatic

physiotherapy

Aquatic fitness

(instructor led)

Aquatic fitness

(supervised NOT

led)

9:30-10:00am 10:00-10:30am 10:00-10:30am 10:00-10:30am 9:00-9:30am

10:00-10:30am 10:30-11:00am 10:30-11:00am 10:30-11:00am 9:30-10:00am

10:30-11:00am 11:00-11:30am 11:00-11:30am 11:00-11:30am 10:00-10:30am

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Lourdes Valley and The Pines Hydrotherapy sessions are held at the Aveo Retirement Village pool located

in Melrose Park. Please speak to reception about booking an assessment or contact the centre.

Chronic Pain and Relaxation Group

The group aims to promote the health and wellbeing of clients who have chronic pain by learning and practicing techniques that are proven help self-management of pain at home and in the community.

In the group, clients can expect to:

Practice strengthening and capacity building exercises with a Physiotherapist

Learn techniques to manage chronic pain with an Occupational Therapist

Understand basic mechanisms of chronic pain and how to get ahead

For more queries, please ring your closest center.

Lourdes Valley will commence a group on request, so if you are interested please contact 8433 0475.

Tuesday Wednesday

Group Session 1:30-2:10pm 10:00-10:40am

Individualised

programs

2:10-2:50pm 10:40-11:20am

Site Day Time Slots

The Pines Thursday 1:00-2:30pm

Phillip Kennedy Friday 2:00-3:30pm

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Private Services

The Pines Rehabilitation Service Gym Membership Clients can now access the gym within specified Gym Opening Times. You will need an assessment by a physiotherapist prior to attending the gym and a medical clearance completed by your medical practitioner to specify any health issues that may impact on exercise and advice of any particular activities that should be avoided. This is essential for all clients, however especially important with clients who have musculoskeletal injuries, arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, epilepsy, metastatic diseases or cardiopulmonary issues. Your physiotherapist will orientate you to the equipment and can provide you with an initial gym program. This program can be reviewed, modified and progressed by booking a follow-up apt when required. You can also take advantage of personal training services with a Rehabilitation Assistant who specialises in fitness and rehabilitation of the older adult. You can purchase a casual visit to our gym for $5, a monthly membership for $40 or a quarterly membership for $90 as per the fee schedule.

Gym Opening Times Monday 8-8.30am

1-2pm 3.30-5pm

Tuesday 8-9.30am 10.30-5pm

Wednesday 8-8.30am 9.30-10.30am 3-5pm

Thursday 8-9.30am 10.30-12pm 3.30-5pm

Friday 8-8.30am 9.30-5pm

Lourdes Valley & Phillip Kennedy Rehabilitation Service Gym Membership Enquire at reception for LVRS and PKRS if this interests you so we can bring it to your Centre.

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Private Services

Are you under 65 and want to attend

exercise groups / therapy services?

Do you have private health insurance and

want to use it?

Are you eligible to receive a 5 visit

Medicare funded treatment for

Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Occupational

Therapy, Speech Pathology or Dietetics?

Are you eligible to have treatment funded

by Veterans Affairs?

Or simply do you wish to have the service

you choose when you choose as a private

client?

At Southern Cross Care you can choose to receive therapy services or attend groups as a private client. Please enquire at reception for further details, for a price list or to book straight in today.

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LET YOUR CREATIVITY TAKE

OVER TO POSSIBLY WIN A

VOUCHER

Clients, family and staff find your creative streak.

We need your help to:

Competition Closes: Friday 18th Sept Winner Announced: Friday 25th Sept

Please write your name and ideas in the client Feedback Box at reception.

All entries will be considered by a judging panel and the winner awarded a Southern Cross Care and voucher.

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RESIDENTIAL CARE

We truly are becoming an organization that wants to provide opportunities for all to

maintain and/or improve their physical health as an important part of healthy

aging!

Early Intervention at Southern Cross Care Southern Cross Care supports active and healthy ageing for our customers. We have set up an Early Intervention Working Party (EIWP) that includes nurses, physiotherapists, lifestyle and allied health staff. The EIWP will meet once a fortnight to identify customers who could benefit from early intervention support due to being at risk of falls, frailty and social isolation. The staff will review customer’s circumstances individually and develop a person-centred recovery pathway to support them to regain their functional ability and social connections.

Fitness & Lifestyle Programs Southern Cross Care lifestyle programs will focus on building all residents physical and social abilities. Studies have shown that people of all ages and abilities can respond well to an exercise program including some resistance exercises. Southern Cross Care has made an investment in exercise equipment and staff training to offer individually-tailored exercise programs to our customers. According to the latest research too much sitting is the biggest contributor to the physical decline that many older people experience when they move into residential care. Southern Cross Care is reshaping our lifestyle programs to offer more opportunities to all our residents to move more and sit less, including through group exercise activities, walking groups and individual resistance programs using the exercise equipment.