Older renters face financial hurdles ageing at home
Almost 90 percent of people want to age comfortably at home, but a survey by Anglicare Australia has found financial...
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Considering downsizing? You may benefit from the “right-sizing” initiative
The Federal Government is aiming to make downsizing for older Australians a whole lot easier by introducing a... -
Financial elder abuse increased due to the pandemic, how can you protect yourself?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently released data showing that the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in elder... -
Dedicated dementia supports necessary for future of aged care
SPONSORED STORY – Providing a stylish and quality accommodation option to the increasing number of people living... -
Changes to reportable incidents in aged care better safeguard older people
A recent change to the reportable incidents in aged care by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) will... -
Intergenerational storytelling project brings together residents and students
A digital storytelling project between a Queensland retirement village and a local school is bringing together residents... -
What does it mean to take responsibility for your own health during the COVID-19 pandemic?
As COVID-19 case numbers soar, the Federal, State and Territory Governments have made it clear that they will not be... -
Winter safety: Getting a ‘winter’ COVID booster
Last week, Australia reached a count of over 10,000 COVID-19 deaths. -
Financial sustainability of the aged care sector continues to decline
The latest report from StewartBrown, a chartered accountancy firm, has revealed that the aged care sector is continuing... -
Older Australians faced with barriers to re-entering the workforce
Ageism, pension rules and scarce age-appropriate job opportunities have been identified as the main barriers for older... -
This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day protect yourself from harm
This Wednesday, 15 June, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which shines an important light on elder abuse and how... -
Recent data shows over 500 sexual assaults in aged care in three months
A recently released report from the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) has found that 530 sexual assaults... -
Homeownership key to feeling financially secure in retirement
A recent survey from National Seniors Australia has found that older Australians feel most financially secure in... -
Prime Minister announces new Cabinet, including aged care ministers
Last night, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Mark Butler as the new Minister for Health and Aged Care, filling... -
Raising awareness about your right to palliative care
This week, 22 – 28 May 2022, is National Palliative Care Week, which aims to put a spotlight on the importance of... -
Aged care discussion was animated and fiery during second leaders debate
Last night’s second leadership debate saw current Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony... -
Two out of three at-risk Australians are ignoring important heart check-ups
For Heart Week 2022, the Heart Foundation is encouraging Australians between 45 and 74 years of age to not avoid their... -
Less than one percent of rentals in Australia are affordable to an Age Pensioner
The newly released Rental Affordability Snapshot National Report April 2022 from Anglicare Australia, peak social... -
Individualised care vital for diverse lives of older Australians
SPONSORED STORY – While the number of people using home care services in Australia has tripled over the last three... -
Centenarian looks back on time living through World War II
Centenarian Eric Tweedale, resident at Peninsula Villages in New South Wales, reminisces on his life during World War II... -
Aged care a hot topic during the first Election Leadership Debate
The first Leadership Debate of the Federal Election campaign was held last night and hard-hitting questions were asked...
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