Consumers Dementia · Products What does technology have to do with Alzheimer’s disease? How could technology reduce cognitive decline in older Australians?
Consumers Government · Providers How does the new 60-day prescription scheme affect me? Understanding more about the 60-day prescription update to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme could benefit you.
Consumers Mental Health · Positive Ageing Why should art sessions be included in aged care homes? One aged care home in Queensland is helping its residents through art therapy sessions.
Consumers Research The state of concussions in contact sports and impact as you age ‘Concussion,’ a word often associated with sports injuries, carries far greater significance as individuals age. The...
Consumers How to market to older Australians — an untapped market If you’re an older Australian, how would you like brands to depict you or speak to you?
Consumers Finance What is money being spent on in Australia’s aged care sector? Have you tried out the ‘Dollars to Care’ tool yet?
Consumers Dementia · Research Possible new cause of Alzheimer’s disease Researchers have found a possible new cause of Alzheimer’s disease.
Consumers Health and Wellbeing · Nutrition Eggs, eggs and more eggs: health benefits for older Australians A new partnership between two not-for-profits is set to help Australians learn more about the benefits of egg...
Consumers Dementia · Research New 3D-printed brain tissue could change everything Scientists have created 3D-printed brain tissue that could impact future understanding of conditions such as...
Consumers Government Deadline extended for new Aged Care Act feedback The deadline to provide feedback on the new Aged Care Act has been extended.
Consumers Research How do emotions affect people with aphasia? New evidence suggests that people with aphasia may find it harder to retrieve words if there is a positive or negative...
Consumers Culture Awareness · Dementia How culture may impact behaviours of people with dementia Researchers suggest that there could different behaviours exhibited by people with dementia, depending if they are...
Consumers Caring & Carers · Dementia Dementia doulas are coming to WA Looking after someone with dementia means adapting to their changing needs. Dementia doulas can assist with the...
Consumers Advice · Housing Why Australian nursing homes are becoming more culturally diverse Finding the perfect fit for an aged care home is now easier than ever. Many aged care providers now cater to different...
Consumers Health and Wellbeing · Positive Ageing Grandma’s Personal Trainer helps older Australians stay fit at home Grandma’s Personal Trainer is a new book released in February 2024 which is helpful to older people who want to...
Consumers Dementia A scan may indicate your risk of dementia five to 10 years before symptoms develop A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, detailed...
Consumers Caring & Carers · Research New hope for Australians with Huntington’s disease Huntington’s disease can be a devastating diagnosis to receive as there are currently no treatments. However, new...
Consumers Home & Community What happens to your pets when you die Our furry friends are more than just pets. They are cherished members of our families. Ensuring their well-being becomes...
Consumers Government Major concerns raised with the Aged Care Act Exposure draft Released on January 30, 2024, the Key Issues Paper assesses the government’s new Aged Care Act Exposure draft. Major...
Consumers Dementia · Positive Ageing How a daily multivitamin dose may reduce the risk of dementia As one ages, it’s a good idea to keep as healthy and active as possible. While many of us are familiar with the...
Consumers Advice · Culture Awareness When should I check with an older person about hot weather? Hot suburbs mean higher electricity bills, more heatwave deaths and a blistering environment. When should you check in...