Assistive Technology Helping Seniors

Assistive technology is assisting seniors to stay living in their own homes, with medical alert systems offering independence and support.

Seniors Incorporating Technology Into a Wellness Plan

Tips to help seniors to incorporate technology into their wellness plan or care plan to enhance their overall experiences and wellbeing.

10 Easy Food Swaps to Improve Your Diet

10 easy food swaps to improve your diet and have you feeling better about your food choices, from swapping sauces to eating whole grains.

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The Health Benefits of Honey

Exploring the possible health benefits of honey, including antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties, and much more.

Fire Safety and Readiness – Emergency Bushfire Kits

Be fire safe and ready with emergency and bushfire kits, taking basic fire safety and readiness steps to work towards improving your safety.

Food and Managing Type 2 Diabetes

Here's a guide to help with food choices and the management of Type 2 Diabetes, looking at healthier options for you and your entire family.

Preparing for an Unexpected Trip to the Emergency Room

Are you prepared for a sudden trip to the emergency room? The Ready 2 Go Bag can assist you to prepare your clothing, toiletries & medical information.

Reducing the Risk of Developing Cancers of the Bowel

It's possible to reduce the risk of developing cancers of the bowel. There are several modifiable risk factors including obesity & smoking.

Negative Effects of Back Pain: Spinal Health Week 2021

Raising awareness this Spinal Health Week on the causes and negative effects of back pain. Read on for further information on spinal health.

Raising Awareness For Quality Palliative Care

A guide to understanding what Quality palliative care is. Start the conversation and raise awareness during National Palliative Care Week.

Tips to Having a Healthy Heart for Healthy Ageing

Here's some tips to maintaining a healthy heart for healthy ageing, from making healthy meal choices to increasing your physical activity.

Low Calorie Takeaway Meals Under 500 Calories

Find the best low calorie takeaway meals under 500 calories. Healthy homemade meals are great, but we all need a rest from cooking sometimes.

Aged Care Royal Commission: Urgent Reforms Needed

The Aged Care Royal Commission has found key elements requiring urgent reform by the government to improve government funded aged care.

Discussing Aged Care Services With Ageing Parents

Discussing aged care services with ageing parents has its challenges. While some older adults are happy to start the conversation, others might have never thought about their future care needs. Often people perceive aged care as the start to the end and don’t have a solid grasp on what their options are. Getting your head […]

Aged Care Royal Commission: Fixing a Broken System

The final report has been handed down from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, with an astounding 148 recommendations.

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Calories

Take the quiz and find out how well you know your calories. Calorie counting is a great way to lose and maintain your weight long-term.

Exercising Later in Life – Exercise for Seniors

For ageing adults, engaging in regular physical activity plays a vital role in maintaining and improving their health and well-being. One of the main concerns for people as they get older is that the risk of injury increases. This should, however, not be a concern for older adults. Why? Because exercise for seniors is possible […]

Set Healthier Habits in 2021

Do you have new year's resolutions? Improve your year by setting healthier habits at the start of 2021 to eat well, move more and drink less.

Choosing a Word of The Year in 2021

Make the year 2021 a great year by creating a list of new year's resolutions and choosing your word of the year for 2021.

Top New Year’s Resolutions in 2021 for Retirees

Here are some top ideas for New Year's resolutions in 2021 for retirees, with a different spin on what you can do to fulfil your year ahead.

Why You Should Have an Advance Health Directive (AHD)

An Advance Health Directive is an important way of expressing your healthcare wishes if the time comes where you're no longer able to.

Nutrition For Healthy Ageing

Eating well is essential to healthy ageing. As people age, they need to choose nutrient-dense, healthy options. Here are some helpful tips.

Creative Arts Activities for People with Dementia

How Creative Arts Can Help People With Dementia There are around fifty million people living with dementia globally. Rather than only looking at pharmaceutical options to manage dementia, health professionals are looking at non-pharmaceutical options for treatment and for improving quality of life. There are several activities for people with dementia that are both creative […]

Prescription Medication Management Guide

Follow this prescription medication guide to help you manage your prescription and over-the-counter medications safely and effectively.

Centrelink Aged Pension Eligibility for Seniors

Thinking of retiring? The Centrelink aged pension eligibility is changing. Read on to see at what age you'll qualify for the aged pension.

Accessing Telehealth During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Understanding Telehealth: Access to Telehealth has become increasingly available in response to the current COVID-19 global pandemic.

At-Home Workouts That Are Safe and Effective

With a little preparation, you can ensure you stay active with at-home workouts that are both safe and effective for seniors duirng lockdown.

“Outbreak kits” for Aged Care Facilities as Coronavirus Threat Continues

At HammondCare aged care facility staff are ensuring that they are well stocked up on "outbreak kits".

Dietary Issues to Consider in Retirement

Getting older comes with a number of challenges, one being dietary issues. Here are a few to look out for and how to treat them.

The Importance of Safe Exercise for Seniors

Regular physical activity is essential to staying healthy at any age. Here are suggestions to achieve safe exercise for seniors.

Age Related Hearing Loss Prevention and Treatment

Hearing loss is more common as people get older. Being aware of age related hearing loss and prevention will aid in good hearing health.

Nutritional Needs Change With Age

As time goes on, nutritional needs change with age. Not only do you slow down, but what your body needs changes over time.

Becoming the Primary Caregiver for Your Loved One

Being the primary caregiver for your loved one is complex. Accessing services such as respite care will give you the help and support needed.

Nutritional Requirements to Support Healthy Ageing

This article focuses on good nutrition for the elderly to improve their quality of life and reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases.