Welcome to Wise Care
Where we empower people to transform the aged care experience for the elderly
My name is Dr Julie Bajic Smith and I’m here to confront the elephant in the room
Over half the people in residential aged care in Australia suffer from depression.
To put things into perspective, there were more than 271,000 older adults in residential aged care in 2017*.
Wise Care is a one-of-a-kind community for allied health professionals, aged care providers, and families.
It is where I share real experiences, clinical knowledge and award-winning strategies so that you can meet the emotional needs of the elderly in aged care.
My mission is to halve the depression rate in Australian residential homes and facilities by 2022 and I hope you can join me.
Julie
Source: https://www.gen-agedcaredata.gov.au/Resources/Dashboards/Aged-care-data-snapshot-2018
Learn with me
Allied Health Professionals
A rare and unique opportunity for allied health professionals to discover how to tap into the growing market of aged care. In this 4-week course, you’ll learn how to boost ongoing referrals and improve the wellbeing of your new clients with award-winning strategies.
For Aged Care Providers
An industry-first program to help aged care providers improve resilience and mental health outcomes in their clients. Transform your staff into Licensed Facilitators to run on-site award winning group wellness sessions with all the materials and ongoing support.
For Families
The aged care journey can be overwhelming and confusing for families. In this highly-popular 50+ page handbook, you’ll learn practical tips on how to help your loved one transition into aged care and make visits more meaningful and enjoyable.
I am your aged care psychology consultant
I have dedicated my life to aged care psychology for over a decade.
I began as a practising psychologist helping hundreds of older adults transition smoothly into aged care. It was during this time that my clients kept telling me how much they felt their caregivers lacked the understanding needed to support them emotionally.
And so began my crusade as an aged care psychology consultant and mentor.
Statistic
In 2018, depression was the most commonly diagnosed mental health condition among people in permanent residential aged care.
Every person in aged care deserves to be heard, understood and loved.
Source:
https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports-data/health-welfare-services/aged-care/overview
The Voice of Aged Care Podcast
‘The Voice of Aged Care’ is your definitive view into the world of aged care.
Join me and my guests as we share real experiences, rare insights, insider knowledge and easy tips on how to deliver better emotional care for the elderly.
Let’s start conversations that have been left unsaid. Let’s learn, share and empower one another to shape a better future for aged care.
Podcast Features:
✔ Guest interviews with key industry players (mental
health professionals, art and music therapists, families &
more)
✔ No academic jargon or unrealistic recommendations
✔ Real case studies
✔ Learn what works and what doesn’t
✔ Strategies that are easy to understand and use
"Thank you for all the useful and practical information provided in the tapping into aged care program via the modules and Q&A sessions. I was not sure what to expect and found it all very valuable. Yes I would definitely be recommending it to any others wanting to work in Aged Care and not knowing where to start.""
Testimonial
Sumeet Chawla, Psychologist
""I would recommend to all my colleagues to complete the program""
Testimonial
Christine Parker, Registered Nurse
Sign up now for an exclusive freebie pack
Your exclusive freebie pack is a collection of my most requested freebies.
Pack includes:
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Handbook: 10 Useful and Practical Tips to Engaging Older People with Cognitive Impairment
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Handbook: Conversation Starters with Older Adults
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Quiz: Emotional Care in your Aged Care Facility
