Animated videos of reablement success
These animated videos bring to life episodes of Reablement Conversations, a podcast hosted by Hilary O’Connell, Keep Able’s Principal Advisor of Healthy Ageing and Reablement. Each video shares a real example of reablement in action, highlighting:
- The challenge faced by the client
- The practical solution applied
- The outcome achieved
Together, they offer useful insights to help you create your own positive reablement outcomes in aged care.
Putting on socks: reablement example with Angie Slater
In this animated excerpt from Reablement Conversations, Hilary chats with Angie Slater, a director-level leader in community aged care.
Angie shares a reablement story from her own experience, when a client wanted to regain the ability to put on his socks.
Watch the video to find out how Angie turned this challenge into a success story.
Finding your feet: a reablement example with Alison Vella
This animated snippet from Reablement Conversations features Alison Vella, a reablement advocate and mentor.
Alison shares the story of a client who lost his confidence after experiencing several falls.
Press play to discover how Alison helped her client regain his independence and enthusiasm for life.
Dementia and dog walking: a reablement example with Dr Elissa Burton
In this animated extract of Reablement Conversations, Hilary speaks with Dr Elissa Burton, a healthy ageing researcher.
Dr Burton shares the story of a former research participant, an older man living with dementia, whose goal was to walk his dog again.
Find out what strategy Dr Burton used to help him stay active and connected to the things he loves.

Reablement Conversations with Hilary O’Connell
These animations were inspired by Reablement Conversations, a podcast series hosted by Hilary O’Connell, Keep Able’s Principal Advisor of Healthy Ageing and Reablement.
In this series, Hilary sits down with a diverse range of aged care professionals to discuss all things wellness and reablement. Learn about their personal experiences, successes, and everyday tips for promoting client independence.
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