Thinking of being a grey nomad?
Many people think of hitting the road when they retire, however, the initial investment can frighten some away from the thought. RACQ Financial Wellbeing’s Jess Colquhoun said planning ahead for travel could help reduce costs in retirement. “Retirement looks different for everyone, but if you…
What happens if a retirement living operator changes hands
If you are a resident in a retirement living facility, you have signed a contract on agreeing to be part of the village. The contract will stipulate your rights, the entry costs, the settling-in period, recurrent charges, services and facilities, alterations and additions, repairs and…
9 tips to clear that clutter gathered over the years and make the move
Most people have a lifetime of possessions and have no idea how much they have gathered until they consider moving out of the family home and into a retirement living facility. It may seem overwhelming but it isn’t. Make a plan Group your objects into…
The tools needed to achieve a comfortable retirement
Even if most people are thinking of retirement, almost half of them either have no plans, or no formalised plan, in place for their retirement. Of course, retirement means different things to everyone. It may be a definite point in time when you stop work,…
The benefits of a “lock-and-leave” retirement community
As you envisage becoming an empty-nester, great ideas come to mind – the holiday you always promised yourself, the weekends away, the big overseas trip. However, there’s always a hitch when the time arises: the dog, the cat, the lawns and the pool. If you…
Grandparenting in a retirement village
One of the biggest questions grandparents in retirement villages ask is: can my grandchildren stay over? Often grandparents will move into a retirement village to be nearer their own children and their grandchildren. Retirement villages have rules to ensure that everyone enjoys living in the…
A new concept in Aged Care living coming to Melbourne’s south-west this April
Located less than 30-minutes south-west of Melbourne’s CBD and a short stroll from Point Cook, Williams Landing Aged Care Residence is set to open next month offering elevated comfort and care. Following in the footsteps of TriCare’s more recent builds, the facility will offer luxury,…
How to keep the flame alive as you get older
You may have committed to grow old together “till death do us part” – but it’s easy to lose the spark in a long-term relationship as the years roll on. Perhaps you’re getting tired, or you feel like you’re spinning your wheels, or you’re not…
“Celebrate Together” at the 2023 NSW Seniors Festival this month
The 2023 NSW Seniors Festival kicks off on 1 February, with events for seniors all over the state – and with the theme “Celebrate Together”, you can bet there’s plenty out there to see. The big event is the Seniors Festival Expo, which runs from…
Don’t suffer elder abuse in silence – get legal help
With an estimated one in six older Australians experiencing elder abuse in 2021, including financial abuse, it’s important to be aware of your rights – and where to get help if you need it. Tragically, most perpetrators of elder financial abuse are family members like…