ROYAL COMMISSION: Misuse of psychotropic drugs, lack of qualified workers
The dangers of antidepressant use in dementia patients and decline in registered nurses across the system were topics on the ta…
Mental Health
‘Be a friend’ project aims to reduce loneliness in aged care residents
The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is encouraging Victorians to ‘befriend an older person’ as part of a maj…
Campaign to put people at the centre of aged care
An Australia-first campaign launching during NSW Seniors Week will highlight the importance of choosing aged care provider…
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Encouraging older Australians to connect this festive season - PART TWO
In part one of Encouraging older Australians to connect this festive season, we looked at … -
Encouraging older Australians to connect this festive season - PART ONE
For many older Australians, Christmas can be a difficult time where they feel lonely and isolated from their communit… -
Remember loved ones with dementia this Christmas
People mostly associate the festive season with joy and good cheer, however it can be particularly stressful for thos… -
Art therapy a stroke of creativity
You don’t have to be an expert in drawing or painting to reap the benefits of art therapy. Unleashing your inner Pi… -
Interactive dementia app encourages 'a better visit'
A new app by Dementia Australia aims to assist people in connecting and communicating when visiting loved ones living… -
Older Australians ‘less affected’ by loneliness
A new survey has surprised its researchers, revealing that older Australians may be less lonely than first thought. -
Seniors only fitness studio set to benefit body, brain and community
A new gym dedicated to improving the wellbeing of older local residents is making waves in South Australia (SA), in t… -
Mental Health of older Australians a “priority” of awareness month
World Mental Health Week (7-13 October) has kicked off across the globe, with many industry experts within Australia… -
Young and old come together to boost overall wellbeing and social connection
The benefits of intergenerational friendships have been proved once again with some of Australia’s residential aged… -
More support is on its way for older people living with mental illness
Older people receiving long-term care in hospital for mental illness will have better access to specialised treatment… -
Gaming to play a part in improving the lives of people with Parkinson’s
A revolutionary new trial of a gaming system is aiming to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson’s disea… -
Older males urged to make the most of Men’s Health Week
Males of all ages across the nation are this week being asked to take some time for their health as part of the annua… -
Animals warm the hearts and laps of aged care residents
The introduction of animals in aged care continues to be a growing trend across Australia with a number of aged care … -
Depression: not a normal part of ageing
Despite common misconception, depression is not a normal part of the ageing process, and now health and aged care ind… -
Conference technology talk tackles isolation and loneliness
Combating social isolation and loneliness among older Australians is more important now than ever after it was reveal… -
A life by the water; keeping social isolation at bay
SPONSORED STORY - Australians have an affinity to water that’s unmatched in many other parts of the world, with ove… -
Longevity and loneliness biggest risks for older Australian women
The extent of concern over longevity and increased loneliness of older Australians has surfaced following the release… -
Exploring the link between loneliness, social isolation and mental health in seniors
This week, 7 - 14 October, is Mental Health Week, and with it comes a much needed discussion about mental health in…
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