First Aid &
Health
Learn simple, practical steps to keep yourself and others safe at home. From recognising emergencies to everyday health tips, these videos give carers, clients, and families the confidence to act when it matters most.
Video tutorials
Learn how to do CPR, notice signs of a stroke, how to stock your first aid kit, and more.
When Health Becomes a Shared Journey: Understanding Informal Carers’ Role in Medical Care
In many households, the line between “family” and “medical support” is blurred. Informal or unpaid carers increasingly assist with health tasks – medication, monitoring, liaising with clinicians. But this...
Preventive Health at Home: Small Actions with Big Impact
Healthcare is often framed reactively – treat illness once it arises. But in the home setting, many “big” health gains come from small, sustained habits: hydration, movement, sleep, nutrition,...
From Panic to Prepared: How First Aid Education Empowers Families
Medical emergencies don’t warn before they strike. Whether it’s a fall, burn, choking episode, stroke, or heart attack, those first moments often determine outcomes. But beyond immediate life-saving action,...
First aid basics
Knowing the essentials of first aid can make a big difference in an emergency.
From treating cuts and burns to helping someone who feels unwell, these simple steps can keep a situation calm and safe until professional help arrives.
Learn CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving skill that everyone should know. It can keep blood and oxygen flowing in an emergency until professional help takes over.
Even basic knowledge of chest compressions and rescue breaths can save lives.
preventing accidents
Many accidents at home and in the community can be avoided with simple safety steps.
From reducing trip hazards to safe storage of medicines and cleaning products, prevention is often the best first aid.
Extra resources
For those who want to explore further, there are lots of guides, videos, and courses available to help build confidence in first aid.
Whether you want printable checklists, online tutorials, or accredited training, there’s something for everyone.
