Carinity to keep offering home care for Toowoomba seniors

QUEENSLAND not-for-profit organisation Carinity says it is ensuring it continues caring for seniors in the Darling Downs.

LINKED UP: Carinity Home Care client Beverley Young with her Mobi tablet designed to allow seniors to stay connected during coronavirus.

QUEENSLAND not-for-profit organisation Carinity says it is ensuring it continues caring for seniors in the Darling Downs through its in-home care service.

“While some home care providers have scaled back or ceased services for local seniors, Carinity Home Care remains committed to supporting older residents,” Home Care Toowoomba lifestyle co-ordinator Steph Watson said.

“During the pandemic, Carinity Home Care is continuing to assist older Queenslanders to stay healthy and safe at home with a range of services including assisting with personal and nursing care, social support, attending appointments, shopping, and other activities.”

One service available to clients to support social connection is Mobi powered by Breezie, a fully personalised, simple-to-use tablet specifically designed for seniors that cuts through the complexities of technology.

“With unlimited access to the internet, Mobi makes it easy for seniors to stay in touch with friends, family and their Lifestyle Coordinator,” Ms Watson said.

“In addition, access to video calling and telehealth integrations allows you to discuss health matters and care without having to leave your home.

“Using this technology can improve health and wellbeing outcomes for seniors and help them to maintain mental fitness via apps, games and music therapy.”

Nychelle Hanlon, who runs classes on tablet devices and technology, said the devices could help keep seniors connected.

“Tablets are a brilliant way to keep in touch with family,” she said.