Finding the right support as you get older is complicated to navigate. Many people worry that moving into aged care or starting home care services means losing their independence. At Southern Cross Care, we believe it should be the exact opposite.
When you are looking for a provider, the first thing to check is their philosophy on healthy ageing. You want a team that talks about "doing with" you, rather than just "doing for" you. This approach ensures you remain active and engaged in your own life while receiving the health care you need.
What is healthy ageing?
Healthy ageing is about helping older people maintain their independence, health and wellbeing as they grow older. Healthy ageing ensures you have the right care available when and where you need it. This could be through services such as group fitness, allied health, social support or support around the home.
It focuses on supporting your physical health, mental health, social and emotional health. A holistic view of well-being allows you to keep doing the things you love.
Southern Cross Care’s approach
Focus on health and fitness
To support your individual health goals, our services include dedicated Health & Fitness Centres. These purpose-built Centres offer one-on-one allied health support and tailored group classes for physical activity.
For anyone over the age of 50, it's important to look for more than just a standard gym. Look for places that provide one-on-one allied health services and group therapy classes. Whether you are recovering from an illness or injury, or just want to be more active, these services help you stay strong and mobile.
You can read more about our Health & Fitness services across South Australia and in Darwin here.
Better for life
At Southern Cross Care, we use the term Better for life to describe our commitment to your quality of life. We use a World Health Organization indicator to measure and improve how our community members feel every day. This data helps us ensure all our services help you maintain your function and wellbeing.
Person-centred support
When you speak with potential providers, ask how they support residents and clients to stay agile.
Your needs are as individual as you. A good provider will offer tailored services that change as you do. The team will document your needs, goals, and associated services in a care plan.
Our Residential Care homes embrace a healthy ageing philosophy where your quality of life is the highest priority. The focus on quality of life extends to all our services, and is key to rehabilitation and maintaining independence.
By choosing a provider that values fitness, rehabilitation and individual goals, you can find the support you need.
For more information about Southern Cross Care's services click here.
