SNACK

Building rapport and communicating effectively with clients from multicultural backgrounds will ensure a successful outcome when providing home care for that person.

Join Thana Roysmith from ECCQ’s Multicultural Advisory Service who presents a scenario where a care worker or support worker visits a client from a multicultural background. This episode offers some key considerations for care workers to assist them in providing quality care for their multicultural clients while also maintaining the standards, policies and procedures of their organisation.

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Uncover the intricate layers of creating inclusive and safe environments for people living with HIV. Dive into the intersectionality of identities and explore challenges faced by diverse communities. Learn valuable tips for fostering safe spaces, from open communication to respecting dignity and privacy. This episode is your key to providing person-centred care that acknowledges the unique journeys of PLHIV. Tune in now for transformative insights.

Special thanks to our host for this season, Blair Martin - award winning actor, presenter, writer, and radio host of “Queer Radio” at community radio 4ZZZ Meanjin/Brisbane.

We would also like to thank to all the guests and organisations that contributed to this episode:

As we age, most of us usually require some form of regular medication, and this is exactly the same for older people living with HIV. Often, medications can be confusing, especially ones that you haven’t had to administer or assist with before. To help shed some light on the world of HIV medications, we speak with an infectious diseases specialist about HIV medications. We will unpack the essentials, from understanding treatments to the evolving landscape of emerging therapies and we’ll also discuss why adherence is crucial for older individuals with insights on drug resistance. Learn the role of open communication in ensuring adherence and recognize the importance of managing medication side effects. With expert tips on lifestyle changes and supportive care, this episode is a must-listen for aged care/home care workers elevating person-centred care.

Special thanks to our host for this season, Blair Martin - award winning actor, presenter, writer, and radio host of “Queer Radio” at community radio 4ZZZ Meanjin/Brisbane.

We would also like to thank to all the guests and organisations that contributed to this episode.

For further information about HIV, check out the links below:

Ageing is a universal reality, and as we grow older, we encounter diverse health and social challenges. This is no different for older individuals living with HIV. Join us in this episode of the SNACK series, where we discuss a range of health and social comorbidities as well as the profound social and mental health challenges that PLHIV face - this episode unveils the layers of their experiences. Aged care workers, this is your guide to fostering empathy and tailoring support for those navigating shame, stigma, loneliness, and isolation. Tune in for crucial insights to enhance your person-centred care approach.

Special thanks to our host for this season, Blair Martin - award winning actor, presenter, writer, and radio host of “Queer Radio” at community radio 4ZZZ Meanjin/Brisbane.

We would also like to thank to all the guests and organisations that contributed to this episode.

For further information about HIV, check out the links below:

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding HIV – many of which are quite harmful to people living with HIV. Get ready to dive deep into debunking these HIV myths – from transmission to sexuality, and to the power of Undetectable = Untransmissible. Explore the real impact of stigma on those living with HIV and discover the pivotal role aged care support workers play in reducing it. This episode is your key to fostering understanding and providing stigma-free, person-centered care. Tune in now for a transformative journey!

Special thanks to our host for this season, Blair Martin - award winning actor, presenter, writer, and radio host of “Queer Radio” at community radio 4ZZZ Meanjin/Brisbane.

We would also like to thank to all the guests and organisations that contributed to this episode: