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April 30 2018 Ageing concerns

A care call service is a scheduled phone call from an aged care provider offering support and assistance for older people living at home. Find out how Care Call supports Jan…

March 20 2018 Keeping connected

Loneliness and social isolation present serious health and well-being challenges for older Australians – explore strategies for supporting older people to stay connected…

March 19 2018 Ageing concerns

Read a son’s heartfelt letter of thanks to the aged care home staff who cared for his dad…

February 13 2018 Keeping connected

Bill and Hazel’s story is one of everlasting love. In May this year the inspirational couple will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary and an incredible life together…

February 02 2018 Keeping connected

Temora rural community hero Neville Thompson received an Order of Australia medal for his contributions to agriculture and his local community.

January 04 2018 Healthy ageing

A recent report details the benefits found through HenPower, a creative ageing program that introduced chooks to residential aged care homes. Find out more and read the report here

December 17 2017 Keeping connected

As a home care worker, Kathryn spends time with those who need a little extra help in their day-to-day lives. She invites us along for a day on the job that she loves…

December 13 2017 Healthy ageing

Research shows that pet therapy boosts the morale of aged care residents and can reduce feelings of depression and anxiety. Read about Chappie the beagle and his important role…

December 11 2017 Keeping connected

Family means the world to Tom and having his wife and best friend pass away reinforced this. Tom decided to embark on the trip of a lifetime to Scotland – watch his inspiring video

December 04 2017 Keeping connected

Creative ageing program, VintageBites, brought a little piece of Italy to aged care residents at Whiddon Easton Park in celebration of the Italian holiday, Ferragosto.

November 10 2017 Ageing concerns

Making the transition from living at home independently to moving into aged care can be a difficult time, especially for a spouse of a loved one. Gloria shares her story with us…

October 19 2017 Ageing concerns

Consumers and families voiced that one-on-one help and advice is needed, and that they are overwhelmed in navigating the decision and paperwork maze that is aged care

October 17 2017 Ageing concerns

This week is Carers Week and we’re taking a look at respite care, the benefits of respite care for older people and their carers and how it works…

September 17 2017 Healthy ageing

107 year-old Ted Wale holds the remarkable title of Australia’s third oldest man. A resident at Whiddon Easton Park, an aged care home in Glenfield, Ted is a remarkable man…