by Andrea Alvarez | Dec 22, 2023 | Blog, Finances
This article explains the Aged Care Bond (also known as the Refundable Accommodation Deposit), how it works, and who needs to pay it. What is an Aged Care Bond? Also known as a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), an Aged Care Bond is one of two ways a senior can...
by Andrea Alvarez | Dec 9, 2023 | Basics, Blog
Moving into a retirement village or a residential aged care facility can greatly enhance our health, happiness and wellbeing as we get older. Each supported living option has unique benefits and appeals to specific needs – but they have fundamental differences. This...
by Andrea Alvarez | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Health & Wellbeing
In most circumstances a family would prefer an elderly loved one to remain at home, rather than move into a nursing home. Remaining independent has proven emotional and health wellbeing effects. For most people the overall cost of receiving additional help at home...
by Andrea Alvarez | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Health & Wellbeing
It is estimated that there are over 332,000 Australians living with dementia. According to The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, this number is expected to triple over the next four decades, jumping to 900,000 by 2050. Worldwide, the number is expected to...
by Andrea Alvarez | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Health & Wellbeing
Reaching 60 is another milestone in an already long and healthy life. But staying healthy requires some routine medical checkups. In many cases, tests become more important depending on your health history and lifestyle, but there are some essential medical checks...
