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Conversations with G & G

Conversations with G & G

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An insightful interview-style show where we delve into the profound and often under explored world of caregiving in aged care and disability. In each episode, we sit down with dedicated caregivers, healthcare professionals, and experts to uncover the challenges, triumphs, and valuable insights that come with the responsibility of caring for our aging population. From heartwarming stories of compassion to discussions on navigating the complexities of healthcare systems, Conversations with G&G aims to shed light on the crucial role caregivers play in supporting the elderly.
Join us as we explore the multifaceted aspects of aged care, share invaluable information, and celebrate the unsung heroes who provide love and assistance to those in their golden years. Whether you’re a caregiver seeking guidance or someone interested in understanding the nuances of aged care and disability support, our interviews promise to be a source of inspiration and knowledge.Copyright 2024 by Conversations with G & G Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Navigating Palliative Care at Home: Funding, Advance Care & Support Feat. Karen Conte

    Navigating Palliative Care at Home: Funding, Advance Care & Support Feat. Karen Conte
    26 Aug 2026

    We are joined by Clinical Palliative Nurse Specialist Karen Conte to unpick the realities of palliative care, navigating end-of-life funding, and making informed choices for yourself and loved ones.

    In this episode, Karen discusses the difference between specialist palliative care and generalist in-home support, how to access up to $25,000 in End-of-Life Pathway funding over 12 weeks, and essential steps for Advance Care Planning in Victoria.

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    Visit our website for expert resources and insights to support and enhance your caregiving journey:

    🌐 www.conversationswithgandg.com

    🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

    • The core differences between specialist palliative care and generalist home care.
    • How the Support at Home End-of-Life Pathway provides $25,000 across 12 weeks for in-home support.
    • Why early engagement with home care providers prevents family carer burnout.
    • Practical advice on completing Advance Care Directives and appointing a Medical Treatment Decision Maker in Victoria.
    • How to balance equipment approvals with care funding to ensure smooth hospital discharges.

    👥 Who is this episode for?

    • Family carers supporting ageing parents or partners through life-limiting illnesses.
    • Older Australians planning their future healthcare preferences.
    • Aged care workers, care managers, and health professionals seeking practical sector guidance.

    🌐 Learn more and trusted resources:

    • Palliative Care Victoria – Guidance on finding local services and navigating care. https://www.pallcarevic.asn.au
    • Department of Health & Aged Care Support at Home Program – Information on end-of-life funding and aged care reforms. https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/support-at-home
    • Advance Care Planning Australia: Official Victorian forms and legal planning advice. https://www.advancecareplanning.org.au

    ℹ️ Who is Conversations with G&G?

    Conversations with G&G is dedicated to supporting the people who support others. We are a podcast and content hub focused on in-home aged care, carer wellbeing, allied health, and disability support. We share real stories, practical education, and evidence-informed insights from the caregiving community, especially in the Geelong/Victoria regional context. Our mission is to inform, support, and empower those navigating the aged care system.

    📺 What will you see?

    • Updates and insights on the Support at Home Program
    • Caregiver health and burnout prevention
    • Mental health support for carers in Australia
    • Fall prevention, mobility, and quality of life strategies
    • Practical steps for due diligence when choosing a quality provider in the Geelong/Ballarat regions.

    💬 LEAVE A COMMENT to share your experience: Have you had to navigate palliative care or advance care planning for a loved one? Share your experience below!

    🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL to stay up to date with new episodes supporting carers and the people they care for. New episodes are released monthly.

    📲 Follow our other platforms! Instagram: @Conversationswithgandg Facebook: Conversations with G&G Spotify: Listen Here https://open.spotify.com/show/0IF4ETk... Apple Podcasts: Listen Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

    🔖 Hashtags: #ConversationsWithGandG #PalliativeCare #SupportAtHome #CarerSupport #AgedCareAustralia #AdvanceCarePlanning #GeelongCarers #InHomeCare
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    36 min
  • Care That Feels Personal: Inside the Care Management Approach Feat. Uma

    Care That Feels Personal: Inside the Care Management Approach Feat. Uma
    29 Jul 2026
    In this month's podcast episode, we are joined by the Head of Care at Dovida Geelong, Uma, who is diving deep into what an effective care management approach actually looks like and why it is the ultimate tool to protect you from severe caregiver burnout. ----more---- This episode of Conversations with G&G is sponsored by @dovidageelongandsurrounds Dovid Geelong, Bellarine and the Surf Coast. Dovida is a trusted local provider of in-home aged care, supporting adults across Geelong, Bellarine and the Surf Coast to live safely, independently and confidently at home. To learn more, head to www.dovida.com.au/local-office/geelong or call the local Geelong office on 03 5201 9090. Visit our website for expert resources and insights to support and enhance your caregiving journey: 🌐 www.conversationswithgandg.com 🎙️ In this episode, we discuss: What proactive care management means and why waiting for a health crisis to happen before taking action falls short.How a dedicated care partner acts as a subject matter expert to simplify, humanise, and personalise a complex aged care system.Why a "circle of care" built as a partnership between the client, the family, and the care partner keeps the individual at the heart of everything.The reality of the Support at Home program's flat 10% cap on care management fees across the board.Why choosing a local provider who can visit the home in person provides critical insights that a phone assessment completely misses.How to evaluate self-management options and decide if it is truly worth the immense time and coordination stress.What to look for beyond a cheap hourly rate—including after-hours services, trained staff monitoring, and reliable roster backup. 👥 Who is this episode for? Family carers balancing busy personal lives while coordinating support for an ageing parent or relative.Older Australians wanting to understand how a Home Care Package can be tailored to their exact daily routines and lifestyle goals.Frontline aged care workers and referrer networks seeking a deeper understanding of person-centred care practices. 🌐 Learn more and trusted resources: Learn more about the program or access resources to support your caregiving journey through the following links: My Aged Care — practical guidance on services, assessments, and finding providers. 👉 https://www.myagedcare.gov.auCarer Gateway — support, counselling, and respite options for family carers. 👉 https://www.carergateway.gov.auAged Care Quality & Safety Commission — standards, feedback, and provider compliance. 👉 https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au ℹ️ Who is Conversations with G&G? Conversations with G&G is dedicated to supporting the people who support others. We focus on mental health, physical wellbeing, carer education, and real-life stories from the caregiving community in Australia. Our content is designed for carers, aged care workers, disability support professionals, and families navigating the responsibilities of caregiving. 📺 What will you see? Uma sharing her five-year journey in aged care—from care manager to team leader, and now Head of Care.Expert insights on maintaining minimum monthly touchpoints to keep care plans completely up to date.Real-world discussions on the limitations of package budgets and how to navigate structural aged care reforms.Honest comparisons between value-driven local providers and cheaper, transactional alternatives. 💬 LEAVE A COMMENT to share your experience: Have you found it difficult to navigate package rules? What has helped your family build a strong partnership with your provider? 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL to stay up to date with new episodes supporting carers and the people they care for. New episodes are released monthly. 📲 Follow our other platforms! Instagram: @ConversationswithgandgFacebook: Conversations with G&GSpotify: Listen HereApple Podcast: Listen Here 🔖 Hashtags: #conversationswithgandg #inhomecare #caregiversupport #CarerStories #supportathomeprogram #agedcareaustralia #CareProviderFeedback #carerwellbeing #dignityincare #FamilyCarers #carerresources #AgedCareQuality #PersonCentredCare #Geelong
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    27 min
  • The Healthy Ageing Playbook: Revision Episode with Conversations with G&G

    The Healthy Ageing Playbook: Revision Episode with Conversations with G&G
    24 Jun 2026
    Missed some of our recent episodes or just need a quick refresher on navigating the complex world of in-home aged care? We’ve got you covered! In this revision episode, we are stripping away the jargon and bringing you the absolute best, highest-value breakthroughs from our last five conversations. ----more----

    Visit our website for expert resources and insights to support and enhance your caregiving journey: 🌐 www.conversationswithgandg.com

    🎙️ About This Episode:

    Missed some of our recent episodes or just need a quick refresher on navigating the complex world of in-home aged care? We’ve got you covered! In this special Revision Episode, Giovanni and Giselle are stripping away the jargon and bringing you the absolute best, highest-value clips from our recent expert conversations. Whether you are a care partner, a family decision-maker, or looking at support for yourself, this episode serves as your ultimate tactical guide for safe, independent living at home.

    📋 In this revision episode, you will review:

    • Nutrition & Healthy Ageing: How to spot the subtle, hidden signs of malnutrition (like loose jewellery or ill-fitting dentures) and the real daily protein targets for seniors.
    • Your Voice, Your Care: Why fully managed care beats the stress and legal liability of self-management, and why you should register with My Aged Care long before a health crisis hits.
    • Proactive Physiotherapy: How to identify "near-misses" at home (like furniture surfing) and how the power of "reablement" can actively reverse physical decline.
    • Smarter Medication Management: The truth about preventable medication-related harm and how a free Home Medicines Review (HMR) keeps your loved one safe.

    👥 Who is this episode for?

    • Family carers balancing busy lives while managing an ageing parent's package.
    • Older Australians wanting to understand their legal rights and preserve their care budgets.
    • GPs and allied health professionals needing up-to-date policy resources for their patients.
    • Employed care workers looking to optimise client outcomes.

    🌐 Learn more and trusted resources:

    • My Aged Care — practical guidance on services, assessments, and finding providers. Call: 1800 200 422 Website: https://www.myagedcare.gov.au
    • Carer Gateway — support, counselling and respite options for family carers. Website: https://www.carergateway.gov.au
    • Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission — feedback, complaints and quality standards for providers. Website: https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au
    • Support at Home program — official info and program details. https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/su...

    ℹ️ Who is Conversations with G&G?

    Conversations with G&G is dedicated to supporting the people who support others. We are a podcast and content hub focused on in-home aged care, carer wellbeing, allied health, and disability support. We share real stories, practical education, and evidence-informed insights from the caregiving community, especially in the Geelong/Victoria regional context. Our mission is to inform, support, and empower those navigating the aged care system.

    📺 What will you see?

    • Updates and insights on the Support at Home Program
    • Caregiver health and burnout prevention
    • Mental health support for carers in Australia
    • Fall prevention, mobility, and quality of life strategies
    • Practical steps for due diligence when choosing a quality provider in the Geelong/Ballarat regions.

    📲 Follow our other platforms!

    • Instagram: @Conversationswithgandg
    • Facebook: Conversations with G&G
    • Spotify: Listen Here https://open.spotify.com/show/0IF4ETk...
    • Apple Podcast: Listen Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🔖

    Hashtags: #ConversationswithGandG #AgedCareAustralia #CaregiverSupport #CarerWellbeing #SupportAtHome #FamilyCarers #DignityInCare #CarerStories #Geelong #Ballarat #HomeMedicinesReview #MedicationManagement
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    15 min
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