Nursing Care & Chronic Disease

As we age, our skin becomes thinner, drier, and more fragile. This makes older Australians more susceptible to wounds — whether from surgery, chronic illness, reduced mobility, or minor accidents like skin tears. While some wounds may seem small at first, they can quickly become serious if not treated properly. That’s why wound care is not just a medical issue — it’s a critical part of maintaining health, dignity, and independence in later life.

A stroke can change everything — in a moment. For older Australians and their families, understanding the risks, signs, and recovery pathways can make all the difference in reducing long-term impacts and improving quality of life.

At Right at Home, we provide professional in-home nursing care, support services, and rehabilitation assistance tailored to help clients recover safely and confidently at home during these special care situations.

Managing diabetes can be challenging, especially for older Australians who may also be living with other health concerns. From daily blood glucose checks to medication, diet, and mobility needs, living well with diabetes often requires a structured and supportive routine.

At Right at Home, we understand how important it is to provide care that’s not only clinically accurate but also compassionate, personalised, and consistent. Whether your loved one has Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes or is managing the condition alongside other chronic diseases, our trained caregivers and nurses can help make daily life easier and safer.

International Nurses Day – 12 May 2025

This International Nurses Day, we’re not just celebrating our nursing team — we’re spotlighting why having direct access to skilled nurses is essential for the future of aged care in Australia.

For older adults who live alone, managing a major health diagnosis like Parkinson’s disease (PD) presents unique challenges. PD is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement, but it can also impair cognition. 

November 14 is World Diabetes Day. The theme for 2024–2026 is Diabetes and Wellbeing.  

According to Cancer Australia, in 2019, there were 13,140 new cases of lung cancer diagnosed in Australia (7,261 males and 5,879 females). This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Right at Home took the time to explore the different types of lung diseases occurring in our population.

World Arthritis Day (WAD) is a global awareness day held every year on 12 October. WAD aims to help raise awareness across global audiences of the existence and impact of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, often referred to as RMDs. WAD was initially established by Arthritis and Rheumatism International (ARI) in 1996.  

National Pain Week takes place in the last week of July each year. This year’s dates fall from Monday, 22 July to Sunday, 28 July. 

It's National Diabetes Week with Right at Home! Diabetes Australia’s 2024 theme is the impacts of diabetes technology and what needs to be done to improve access to this technology.