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The ongoing issues with ageism
We may not realise it but ageism — discrimination on the grounds of someone’s age — is all around us. It may be... Read more
Whistleblowers in aged care: how to sound the alarm
What are whistleblowers and what will change with the new Aged Care Act? Read more
Fitness to drive: vision and health guidelines
What is the impact of poor vision on driving ability and dementia risk? Read more
What is decision-making capacity?
Why should Australians learn about decision-making capacity? Read more
What is advance care planning?
Advance care planning may seem overwhelming, but making your aged care preferences known now can ensure you have... Read more
What is the Aged Care Star Rating System?
When choosing a provider for yourself or an older person in your life, you don’t want to choose a facility known for... Read more
The role of advocacy in aged care
Most of the time aged care services work well and the people who use them are happy with the service they receive.... Read more
What is a seller advocate in real estate?
There’s no place like home, except for when there is. So, why would you sell the house you’ve spent your whole life... Read more
How do State Guardianships work?
What happens when someone can’t make choices due to mental or physical difficulties, yet there’s no one... Read more
What seniors need to know about the Australian Federal Budget (2023 – ‘24)
This Aged Care Guide to the 2023 – 2024 Australian Budget will offer older Aussies the wins, losses and interesting... Read more
What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?
Having important documents in place before you get ill or develop a cognitive disease is vital to make sure your wishes... Read more
Why you should review your Will regularly
Wills are a legally-binding document that ensures your assets are divided up as per your wishes after passing away. But... Read more
Voluntary assisted dying laws in Australia explained
Voluntary assisted dying, also known as VAD, has caused a lot of discussion in Australia for a number of years as more... Read more
Voting in an election while living in aged care
Voting in Australia is an important civic duty that every Australian should be participating in, but things can be a... Read more
Alternatives to traditional burial methods
While ground burials and cremation are the most common methods that people choose when deciding what will happen to... Read more
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