Loneliness is a growing epidemic impacting seniors across the country. 1 in 4 older Australians are lonely, which greatly impacts

It’s true: laughter is strong medicine. It draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in

Is retirement not quite turning out as you expected? Have those dreams of sitting on a tropical island, sipping martinis,

Who rescued who? Researchers found that even one 30-minute-long session of Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) reduced loneliness. Journal of Gerontology

When it comes to Aged Care, acronyms are plentiful…ACSA, HCP, CHSP… But what do they all mean? Fear no more.

BY CAROLINE TAPP-MCDOUGALL Being involved in the family as the family carer isn’t the easiest task for anyone, given its

Older adults who become unable to handle their own affairs can become frustrated, angry or confused. This means others must,

What most carers don’t know because nobody tells them? Making decisions around aged care is emotional, stressful and confusing. Being

Do you know what often happens to your elderly’s financial affairs? At a recent professional development meeting I attended, a

Who doesn’t want to enjoy their freedom and the ability to maintain their lifestyle and independence? Yet, with age and

Have you ever spent an afternoon engaged in lively, spirited and inspiring conversation with a group of experienced family carers?

As the effects of the pandemic on our older Australians began to emerge, revelations began to surface of the abuse

If you’re a carer of an older adult, then it’s important to know that falls can have a significant impact

We spoke to Jean Kittson about primary care for her elderly mum and dad. The remarkable Jean Kittson Jean Kittson

Feeling unstable, sometimes feel disorientated? This article talks about what you can do about it.

As a carer for 8 years, I know how hurtful it is when people criticise you, especially when it comes