Dr Sue Ferguson – Managing Anxiety There have been a lot of difficult issues to deal with lately, and many people have found themselves feeling more stressed and anxious than usual. The good news is that you’re not alone, and there are many techniques and supports that can help you. Read more here, by Dr..Read More
10 Tips for Retirees…Who Have Become Carers Is retirement not quite turning out as you expected? Have those dreams of sitting on a tropical island, sipping martinis, been replaced by caring for a loved one? Make the most of retirement years with these words of advice: Keep an optimistic attitude Having an optimistic attitude..Read More
All about End of Life Doula’s Have you heard of an End of Life Doula? Using them is on the rise within our increasingly socially isolated world. To learn more about them, what they do and why to use one, read more here: What is an End of Life Doula? You may have heard..Read More
Benefits of the over 55’s in the workplace Seniors in the workplace are very valuable. With over a quarter of the population in Australia over 55 years of age we really need to acknowledge the benefits that older Australians can add to the workforce. While in some cultures older people are highly respected and admired..Read More
Making new friends Friends are such an important part of life, we all need them and they have a positive impact on your health and wellbeing. Some research has even found that having friends is as important as eating right and staying active. Read more here: Friendships contribute to your wellbeing in the following..Read More
Walking for health Walking is a relatively simple exercise that almost everyone can do. We look into the benefits, how best to get started and where you can find your walking adventures. Read more here. Spring now upon us its a great time to get outdoors more enjoy the better weather while also helping your..Read More
Stop Ageism Ageism, as stated by the World Health Organisation, refers to the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel) and discrimination (how we act) towards others or oneself based on age. The many years of experience and research shows that the term ‘ageism’ is not as well known or understood as the many..Read More
Fall Prevention Checklist Anyone can have a fall, however for people aged 65 years and over, a fall can be a major health concern. Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury in older Australians. Nearly 1 in 3 older Australians have experienced a fall in the past 12 months. Of these, 1 in 5..Read More
Grandparenting Toolkit A grandparent or carer has a very special role in a childs life, and is often a cherished member of the family. However, being a grandparent can be a tough gig and a lot can be expected of grandparents nowadays. To make your role as a grandparent or carer of younger children that..Read More
Heart health Learn more about heart disease and heart health and what you can do to significantly reduce your risk , as more Australians die of heart disease than any other cause. All information sourced from The Heart Foundation – www.heartfoundation.org.au/ What is Heart Disease? Heart disease is the broad term for the conditions that..Read More
