Ageing concerns Archives

Published on: 25 Aug 2026 Ageing concerns

Supporting a Loved One After a Stroke: Navigating Care and Recovery Next Steps

Experiencing a sudden health event like a stroke can change family routines overnight. In Australia, stroke remains a leading cause of long-term disability, with more than 425,000 Australians currently living with the effects of a stroke.¹ During hospital discharge and…

Published on: 12 Aug 2026 Ageing concerns, Healthy ageing

Home Safety Checklist: Simple Modifications to Support Independent Living

Living independently at home brings a wonderful sense of comfort, familiarity, and autonomy. As health...

Published on: 30 Jul 2026 Ageing concerns

Answering the Big Questions Around End-of-Life Planning

When it comes to the care journeys of our older loved ones, some of the...

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Modified on: 13 Jul 2026 Ageing concerns, Healthy ageing

Balancing Choice and Nutrition Science: Reimagining Meals in Aged Care

When you begin searching for the right aged care home for a parent or grandparent,...

Published on: 15 May 2026 Ageing concerns

Polypharmacy and Medication Risk in Residential Care

For many families, the morning routine in a residential aged care home involves a familiar...

Modified on: 14 May 2026 Ageing concerns

Why Older People Respond Differently to Medication

Many people are surprised to learn that the same medication can affect individuals in very...

Modified on: 14 May 2026 Ageing concerns

What is Pharmacogenomic Testing: A New Standard for Personalised Aged Care

For many older Australians, the daily routine of taking multiple tablets is a common reality,...

Modified on: 22 May 2026 Ageing concerns

An Easy Guide to the New Aged Care Rights and Quality Standards

The Australian aged care system is changing, and that’s good news for older Australians and...

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Modified on: 01 Apr 2026 Ageing concerns, Healthy ageing

More to Me: Why Whiddon is Challenging the Way Australia Sees Ageing

At Whiddon, we see the extraordinary lives of older Australians every single day. We see...

Modified on: 02 Feb 2026 Ageing concerns

Newly Approved for Support at Home? Here’s What to Do Next

If you’ve recently been approved for the new Support at Home, you’re not alone. Thousands...

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Modified on: 03 Dec 2025 Ageing concerns

10 Frequently Asked Questions About Support At Home

From 1 November 2025, Australia’s new Support at Home program has replaced the Home Care...

Published on: 02 Oct 2025 Ageing concerns, Keeping connected

The Impact of Aged Care Workers: Celebrating Everyday Excellence

Every day across Australia, aged care employees show up with compassion, resilience and a genuine...

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Published on: 18 Sep 2025 Ageing concerns, Healthy ageing

How Spiritual Support Can Support Wellbeing in Aged Care

As we age, wellbeing means more than just physical health. Emotional and spiritual support play...

Published on: 21 Aug 2025 Ageing concerns

What Do the Australian Aged Care Classifications Mean?

Making decisions about aged care for a loved one can come with a lot of...