Finley Spring Time Gardens
Sunday November 1st 9am – 4pm Come and wander through 6 beautiful gardens with all proceeds foing to Finley Regional Care. The cost to all 6 …
Is there a link between sleep apnoea and Alzheimer’s disease?
Sleep apnoea – the condition where people temporarily stop breathing during sleep – can be scary. What’s more worrying is the link to Alzheimer’s …
Why older people are often happier than people in their 20s
When you think of old age, do you think of happy, peaceful and relaxed people, or do you think of grumpy, anxious, uncertain and sad ones? If you tend …
How high blood pressure can damage your brain
A high proportion of Australian adults have high blood pressure. Known as the silent killer, high blood pressure is a recognised risk factor for heart …
Managing change as you age
Coping with change can be challenging at any age, but becomes particularly so as you get older. Experiencing the “ground shifting underneath your …
What is caregiver burnout and how to prevent it
What is caregiver burnout? Caregiver burnout is a condition that occurs when a carer becomes overwhelmed from the stress and burden of caring for a …
Why you should seek advice when planning for your future care
For an ageing Australian population, planning for future care is something that increasingly can’t be avoided. And there are many benefits to be …
A quick chat with a Finley resident
Every so often we like to have an in-depth chat with one of our wonderful residents, so that you can get to know them a little better. Today, we talk …
How to get the most out of community living in aged care
One of the big advantages of living in an aged care community is just that – that it’s a community. Loneliness is reaching epidemic proportions among …
How to help prevent ageing from causing brain function decline
Why does ageing cause brain function decline? Cognitive impairment among older people can have negative welfare consequences and lead to a reduced …
Seniors can extend their life by staying connected
Loneliness is a common problem experienced by older adults – but it’s a concerning one. Social isolation in older adults can stem from a wide variety …
Tech Savvy
Have a look at this wonderful news story from WIN News last night about how Finley have been engaging their residents with technology during the …
