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Huge changes to the Support at Home program spark praise from older Aussies and advocates What is the expected impact of the changes to the upcoming Support at Home program?
NSW Uniting residents become published authors in a retirement community Recently published retirees prove that it’s never too late to try something new
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers Dementia may become the greatest threat to Aussie lives: here’s why The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released new data that highlights a shift in focus for health care may be needed...
Consumers Industry Elder Abuse International Day of Older Persons to celebrate older Aussies and fight ageist stereotypes New Australian Human Rights Commission findings suggest that changes need to occur so older Aussies don’t...
Consumers Industry Advice Two-thirds of older Aussies are unprepared for bushfire season Data from a recently released report highlights a concerning reality of older Australians having limited bushfire...
Consumers Home & Community · Positive Ageing How your city shows your age in Australia With an ageing and growing population, data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics indicates which cities attract...
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers One-of-a-kind gallery opens today, featuring artworks by artists with dementia Dementia can affect a person’s behaviour and memory, but one art gallery is highlighting the abilities of artists...
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers New Aged Care Act: what’s happening and when? With expected reforms soon to change the current Aged Care Act, older Australians and their families may be confused...
Consumers Health and Wellbeing · Home & Community A 93-year-old cowboy shares wisdom and forms friendships with younger riders Despite an 85 year age gap, friendships formed at this year’s Mount Isa Mines Rodeo
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers Could Micro Towns be the future of dementia care? How one Australian residential aged care community is caring for its residents
Consumers Home & Community What happens to your pets when you die Our furry friends are more than just pets. They are cherished members of our families. Ensuring their well-being becomes...
Consumers Advice · Home & Community Removalists versus risks — moving later in life If you’re moving out or moving in, the transport, physical ability and planning needed to coordinate a relocation...
Consumers Home & Community The recipe to remember — 70 years of Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels celebrated 70 years in Australia on Wednesday November 22
Industry Home & Community · Providers Regis Frankston opens up a new world of self-expression for residents Art therapy can do wonders for residents in aged care homes. Keen to see the creative crafts for yourself?
Consumers Home & Community · Providers Immanuel Gardens Aged Care unveils a multi-million dollar transformation Immanuel Gardens is set amongst a private hilltop retreat with coastal vistas and refreshing breezes
Industry Caring & Carers · Home & Community ‘Regional aged care is positioned to grow,’ Juniper CEO explained The new owners are proud to announce their plans for Waratah Lodge.
Consumers Caring & Carers · Culture Awareness Bring back memories: NSW program aimed at Aussies with dementia A great initiative has swept Sydney; will you jump on board?
Industry Caring & Carers · Home & Community First look: TriCare’s first premium facility has opened Welcome to the ‘new age of aged care’
Consumers Culture Awareness · Government Are self-driving cars safe for seniors? Would you trust a self-driving car? The city of San Francisco might have some opinions on the matter.
Industry Finance · Home & Community Analysis found regional housing may be the future of affordable living Low-income, older Australians have faced significant problems with regards to housing affordability.
Consumers Advice · Culture Awareness How to help someone you love the second you die “You can’t beat death, but you can beat death in life, sometimes. The more often you learn to do it, the more light...