The best retirement villages and land lease communities have social calendars to keep you active and engaged
When you retire, it’s the perfect time to kick back, have some fun, and enjoy life, whether you’re letting loose on the dance floor or relaxing with new friends. One of the best ways to gauge what life will be like in a retirement village…
Retirement Living Council pushes for Age Pension test reform and CRA eligibility
The Retirement Living Council (RLC) continues to advocate for much-needed reforms to support retirees moving into retirement villages, despite the lack of action in the latest Federal Budget. While the average age of Australians entering retirement living has remained around 75 for years, recent national…
Couple finds their ideal retirement lifestyle after a 1,800km move
Michael and Kathie Vogel, retirees from Victoria, were living on a large property 40km outside Ballarat when Michael’s doctor asked him an important question: “What will you do when you can no longer drive?” That question made Michael realise just how isolated they were, especially…
Beware of scams targeting seniors: the truth behind fake Government payments
With rising living costs, many seniors are feeling the pinch and scammers are taking advantage of this. Recently, there’s been a flood of fake ads online promising free money from the Government. These ads claim to offer “bonus” payments to help with the cost of…
Perimenopause and dementia: just brain fog or something more?
The other day, Tamar Krebs, Founder and Executive Director of Group Homes Australia, walked into her kitchen and completely forgot why she was there. Was it the start of something serious – or just another Tuesday in perimenopause? “If you’ve ever asked yourself, ‘Is this…
Good-hearted and community-minded? These retirement communities are for you!
If you believe retirement should be filled with purpose, joy, and giving back, then a retirement village or land lease community might be your perfect fit. At Palm Lake Group, home to over 10,000 residents, the real magic isn’t just in the resort-style amenities and…
Keyton’s ‘Road to Pickleball’ proves retirement living is full of life
Pickleball is taking the senior community by storm, and Keyton is embracing the craze with a fun and competitive twist. The leading retirement village provider has launched a seven-part YouTube series, “Road to Pickleball,” showing off the skill, energy, and humour of its residents. Pickleball…
Live in a community and enjoy your passions with others
Retirees and families came together for a fun-filled Family Fun Day at Lucas Lifestyle Estate, an over-50s community in Ballarat, Victoria. The free event on March 15 featured a Classic Car Show, run in collaboration with the Vintage & Classic Car Club of Ballarat, plus…
Women over 55 lose more weight on Wegovy & Mounjaro – but there’s more to it
New research suggests that women over 55 see the biggest weight loss benefits from popular medications like Wegovy and Mounjaro – but the secret to their success goes beyond just taking the injections. A study of nearly 60,000 people by Voy, the UK’s leading medicated…
Retirement living: most residents love it, but contract confusion remains
A new survey of 4,115 retirement village residents has found that an overwhelming 84% are happy with their lifestyle, citing security, social connections, and less home maintenance as key benefits. However, the study, conducted by the Retirement Village Residents Association (RVRA), also revealed that many…