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Avoiding conflict when helping seniors at doctor’s appointments

Accompanying your older adult to their doctor’s appointments is important, but can be a tough challenge. While you’re there, you...

Help us guarantee super for Australia’s unpaid carers

We are calling on the Government to add superannuation to the fortnightly Carer Payment. Every day, Carers around Australia put...

Dementia

10 non-drug ways to manage Lewy Body Dementia symptoms

Lewy body dementia is a complex disease that includes physical, cognitive, and behavioural symptoms. The behavioural symptoms can be the most...

No interest loans available through BaptistCare

BaptistCare offer loans free of interest, fees, charges and penalties to give you safe and affordable access to funds. This...

Private health – here’s where your dollars go

Health costs, including the escalating cost of private health insurance, are among the top issues for retirees. We know because...

Elder Care

15 fun Mother’s Day activities for seniors

Spending quality time with the important woman (or women) in your life is a wonderful and thoughtful way to celebrate...

Plan ahead to create an age-friendly home

Research shows that older Australians want to stay in their homes for as long as possible. However, the home that...

Heart Week 2024: The importance of heart health for seniors

As we age, our focus on maintaining good health becomes increasingly vital, particularly when it comes to heart health. Heart...

Keeping up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines

COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our community, particularly older people. As flu season arrives and the cooler weather sets in,...

How to navigate aged care packages

Downsizing and retirement living planning is like playing chess — you need to stay one step ahead, and the financial...

A guide to growing veggies

Many seniors will remember the 1970s British sitcom about a couple who gave up the rat race to grow vegetables...

Community Care

Remembering our Veterans this ANZAC Day

The lead-up to ANZAC Day is a time for all Australians to reflect on the sacrifices made by our servicemen...

Loneliness Awareness Week: Combating carer loneliness

As we observe Loneliness Awareness Week, it’s crucial to address the often-overlooked issue of loneliness among those of us caring...

Unpaid carer burdens laid bare in parliament

Tax breaks, better access to respite and prioritised wellbeing are among the recommendations found in an inquiry into the recognition...

Why you should exercise more – but be careful

We are bombarded with information about how good exercise is for us as we age. We’re told it’s one of...

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with 11 April officially recognised as World Parkinson’s Day. It’s a time of international reflection...