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A financial Enduring Power of Attorney is very similar to a regular EPOA, except they have strict powers to only handle financial matters on behalf of someone.

If you reach retirement without adequate finances in place, have run out of money during retirement, unexpectedly have to retire due to redundancy, or are trying to access aged care without enough money to pay for it, there are Government financial hardship options available to assist you.

Older people of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity should be able to access aged care services that are responsive and respectful of their care needs and consider their history and any experiences of discrimination and marginalisation.

With so many home care providers and such demand for these services, it can be hard finding the right service provider to fill and fit your home care needs. A handy resource like AgedCareGuide.com.au can assist and simplify the whole process and make finding the best provider for you that much easier.

The first few months of retirement can be bliss and may seem like a holiday. You have no work or obligations getting you out of bed in the morning, and you suddenly have a free schedule.

You want your retirement to be long, happy and stress free, and where you live plays a major role in this.

Grief is painful, but moving on doesn’t have to be for widows and widowers moving at their own pace.

We all have those days where retirement seems like a dream, but should you keep dreaming of a life without work?

When life gives you lemons, turn some into a garnish, because there’s nothing sour about celebrating your new retirement journey.

When it comes to putting a plan in place for your retirement, you may be wondering where to start or even if you need to prepare at all.

At some point during your life, you may start planning parts of your funeral, which can include burial options.

Everyone can be forgetful from time to time, but when forgetfulness or other symptoms start impacting your judgement, behaviour or lifestyle, it may be time to seek medical assistance to look at what’s causing this and a potential dementia diagnosis.

Understanding the processes before you can move into an aged care home doesn’t need to be difficult.

Gardens and homes are the pride and joy for many older Australians, but as you get older taking care of your garden and home can get harder to maintain.

Being a carer, whether part time or full time, can be a big job. You need to take into account all the needs of the person you are taking care of to make sure they are living the best life possible.

Camping is one of the top activities to do for many older Australians when the warming weather hits – and for those looking for an added bit of adventure, setting up your tent or caravan in a remote location off the beaten track can offer you tranquillity, peace and quiet and a fully-immersive experience in nature.

For older people in their retirement years, buying a caravan and travelling the country is a common dream.

Retirement is a significant milestone, symbolising the end of a career and the onset of a new life chapter. As this momentous occasion approaches, it becomes very important to start the process with utmost clarity and consideration.

Sleep disorders are rarely eligible for NDIS funding, but for older Australians who can’t access the NDIS, problems with sleep become an even bigger issue.

Here’s what the Department of Health and Aged Care managed to achieve from 2022 to 2023…

End of life planning should include what you want to happen at your funeral, as funeral wishes can be quite personal. Many people don’t realise your funeral can be as unique as you are!