Dispelling five myths of retirement living
Retirement living has long been surrounded by misconceptions that paint a limited, often grim picture, according to Rami Kamel, Chief Operating Officer of one of Australia’s largest village operators Ryman Healthcare Australia. However, as the landscape of senior living evolves, so do the realities within…
Why “grey divorce” is on the rise
More than one-third of divorce now occurs after the age of 50, with the primary cause (48%) of these later-in-life break-ups being “empty nest syndrome”, or the sadness and upheaval that many parents feel when their adult children leave home, according to new research. Australian…
Six reasons to consider going into a retirement village
According to the Retirement Living Council’s new report ‘Better Housing for Better Health’, released earlier this month, there are six key reasons to consider entering retirement living. Better health Retirement villages combine communal facilities, programs and services to improve both the physical and social…
Retirement living provider’s Senior Gyms celebrate 20 years of keeping older people fit
Over the last two decades, Not For Profit Uniting NSW.ACT has helped more than 15,000 people aged 60 and over across Sydney, regional NSW and the ACT to improve their overall health and wellbeing, which in turn helps them to age well by remaining independent…
Do you need extra support to keep living at home? A serviced apartment may be the answer
Retirement living is all about living independently – but if you need additional help, there are options available. Some retirement villages also offer serviced apartments as a way to support residents whose care needs are increasing but want to stay in a village environment. Serviced…
Ingenia’s Natura proves that ‘Ageing in Place’ doesn’t have to compromise on luxury and comfort
At Natura, by Ingenia Lifestyle, even the home design is good for you. Ingenia Lifestyle’s homes are expertly designed for low-maintenance living, supporting residents to get the most out of their new home now, and in the future. At Natura by Ingenia Lifestyle, a new…
Four tech gadgets giving seniors superpowers to age in place
It is always advisable to ask what technology is available in retirement living, be it a village or independent living units. Ageing in place is taking on new connotations as technology redefines boundaries. Devices are being made that aid independence, safety and connectedness. There is…
If Baby Boomers expect luxury in retirement living, Generation X and Y will want the ultimate
Australians with over 20 years left in the workforce are twice as likely to expect a more luxurious standard of living in retirement than they have today, according to new research by Aware Super. “Over a quarter (27 per cent) of those one year out…
What are the laws on Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) in each state?
Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) has now been legalised in all States across Australia, with legislation in New South Wales coming into effect from the end of November this year. It is not yet legal in the Northern Territory or the Australian Capital Territory, although legislation…
Retirement living can provide intergenerational fun as this village shows
When you buy into a retirement village, you will quickly learn that the village manager is happy to help arrange an activity that you’ll enjoy. Case in point: Margie Hyde, a resident of Carinity’s Wishart Gardens retirement village in Brisbane, recently paid a visit to…