How to fall-proof your home
Unfortunately, falls are a common occurrence in the home as you get older. Older people tend to spend more time at home, and to be less concerned with …
Unfortunately, falls are a common occurrence in the home as you get older. Older people tend to spend more time at home, and to be less concerned with …
Think you’re too old to start exercising? You’d be wrong. But you’re not alone in thinking that. Just one in ten Australians aged over 50 does any …
It’s completely natural to be concerned about the aged care facility where your parents are living. Of course you want to make sure that your parents …
New Year’s resolutions are everywhere at the moment, as we love to take the chance offered by the start of a new year to improve ourselves in some …
Caring for someone with dementia can be a challenge. It’s all too easy to become impatient and negative and focus on how much the person has lost. …
Ageing is inevitable – but being able to drive is not. Your ability to drive will change as you age, often leading to unsafe driving. Once you hit the …
Studies around the world have discovered that there are certain commonalities to be found in regions where people tend to live longer. The secrets to …
Australia has an ageing population and planning for aged care – whether for yourself or a family member – is something that many of us might be …
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 …
Sleep apnoea – the condition where people temporarily stop breathing during sleep – can be scary. What’s more worrying is the link to Alzheimer’s …
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 …
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 …
Moving into an aged care home can be a difficult and emotional time, but making smart choices and preparing well can ease the process. Download our e-book to learn what to avoid and what to prioritise…