By: Brian Harris
Psalm 90:10 makes the sobering claim that “The length of our days is seventy years.” Continue reading “On Turning 67: Numbering Our Days”
On Turning 67: Numbering Our Days
How to Deal With Your Inner Ageist
By: Caroline Spencer
Lately I’ve been toying with the idea of blepharoplasty. Continue reading “How to Deal With Your Inner Ageist”
Connection is Essential to Australia’s Longevity Boom
By: Mark McCrindle
Australia is undergoing a longevity boom, with people living longer and as the population ages. Continue reading “Connection is Essential to Australia’s Longevity Boom”
The Psychological Impacts of Retirement
By: Monica Jacob
“I cannot wait to retire and put my feet up!” How many times has this thought crossed your mind, when you have one of those days at work? One of those days where everything seems to be falling to pieces. Continue reading “The Psychological Impacts of Retirement”
Carer Fatigue and Burnout: What Is and What To Do
By: Katelyn Tasker
Carers Australia defines carers as ‘people who provide unpaid care and support to family members and friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness, an alcohol or other drug issue or who are frail aged’. Continue reading “Carer Fatigue and Burnout: What Is and What To Do”
‘Ruby’s Choice’ Gives Hope and Purpose to Families Impacted by Dementia
By: Steff Willis, 96five
In 2022, there are an estimated 487,500 Australians living with dementia* – making new Australian film ‘Ruby’s Choice’ a timely conversation starter, on the impact of dementia on Australian families.
Continue reading “‘Ruby’s Choice’ Gives Hope and Purpose to Families Impacted by Dementia”
The Sandwich Generation – Caught Between Caring for Children and Ageing Parents
By: Amy Cheng
Samuel* is the father of three children but is also now beginning to look after parents who are ageing.
Continue reading “The Sandwich Generation – Caught Between Caring for Children and Ageing Parents”
‘A Lasting Tale’ Helps Families to Capture Our Elders Memories
By: Laura Bennett
These days we are inundated with pictures of our everyday lives. Sure, our social media may only capture the highlights, but as you scroll back through your phone’s camera roll, most of us would have a fairly good diary of key millstones, family events, and the many times our cat looked cute while sleeping.
Continue reading “‘A Lasting Tale’ Helps Families to Capture Our Elders Memories”
Social Interaction is the Key to Good Mental Health for Seniors
By: Clare Bruce
When an elderly person starts to become forgetful, it’s not necessarily dementia. Continue reading “Social Interaction is the Key to Good Mental Health for Seniors”