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 Stephanie Allen | Dec 4, 2023 | Blog
More Australian seniors are choosing to live in their homes for as long as they can. Accessing home care services can help make this happen. Are you finding household chores a bit much these days? Would you feel less stressed if you knew mum and dad were getting the...
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
Social Media Benefits the Elderly in Many Ways 10 April 2015 Aged Care Reviews If you still cringe at the thought of your parents joining Facebook, prepare for the next logical step. A new study has shown that the elderly are increasingly joining social media...
by Andrea Alvarez | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Health & Wellbeing
It is estimated that one in ten adults experience depression and a similar number experience anxiety. According to beyondblue CEO, Georgie Harman, “Mental health conditions are even more common among older people in the community”. Research shows that nearly 35% of...
by Andrea Alvarez | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Health & Wellbeing
Whether you’re already retired or preparing for it, your love of books is likely to grow. With extra time on your hands, reading a good book is the perfect pastime, especially when it’s combined with a cuppa and a comfy chair. Especially books to help you stay healthy...
