On Turning 67: Numbering Our Days
By: Brian Harris
Psalm 90:10 makes the sobering claim that “The length of our days is seventy years.” Read more
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How to Deal With Your Inner Ageist
By: Caroline Spencer
Lately I’ve been toying with the idea of blepharoplasty. Read more
Connection is Essential to Australia’s Longevity Boom
By: Mark McCrindle
Australia is undergoing a longevity boom, with people living longer and as the population ages. Read more
The Psychological Impacts of Retirement
By: Monica Jacob
“I cannot wait to retire and put my feet up!” How many times has this thought crossed your mind, when you have one of those days at work? One of those days where everything seems to be falling to pieces. Read more
Carer Fatigue and Burnout: What Is and What To Do
By: Katelyn Tasker
Carers Australia defines carers as ‘people who provide unpaid care and support to family members and friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness, an alcohol or other drug issue or who are frail aged’. Read more
‘Ruby’s Choice’ Gives Hope and Purpose to Families Impacted by Dementia
By: Steff Willis, 96five
In 2022, there are an estimated 487,500 Australians living with dementia* – making new Australian film ‘Ruby’s Choice’ a timely conversation starter, on the impact of dementia on Australian families.
‘A Lasting Tale’ Helps Families to Capture Our Elders Memories
By: Laura Bennett
These days we are inundated with pictures of our everyday lives. Sure, our social media may only capture the highlights, but as you scroll back through your phone’s camera roll, most of us would have a fairly good diary of key millstones, family events, and the many times our cat looked cute while sleeping.
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Social Interaction is the Key to Good Mental Health for Seniors
By: Clare Bruce
When an elderly person starts to become forgetful, it’s not necessarily dementia. Read more