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The challenge of dementia in the retirement village
With an average age of 81, the incidence of dementia in retirement villages is increasing – so what are your rights if you, your partner or your parent is diagnosed with dementia in the village? The good news is that a resident cannot be made…
What is a serviced apartment in a retirement village?
Some retirement villages offer serviced apartments, which are ideal if you or a loved one requires extra support. Serviced apartments are generally studio-sized, or have a separate bedroom, and include a private bathroom, kitchenette, and living area. They will often have a balcony or courtyard…
Vitamin D deficiency, which increases risk of broken bones, leads to new sun exposure advice
Cancer researchers have revised its position of sun exposure to try to stop the growing levels of Vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiency leaves seniors at more risk of fractured (broken) bones due to low calcium levels and a weakened immune system. In cases of…
“The most generous Seniors Card program of its kind in Australia”
It is a bold claim by the Government of Western Australia. Minister for Seniors and Ageing, Don Punch has stated that the WA Seniors Card program is the most generous program of its kind in Australia, providing over 410,000 members access to a wide range…
Lived in a retirement village for 28 years and “never for one moment” has Jean regretted it
Jean Miller (left with her friend of 50 years Del Wood) was only 61 when she and her husband Reg moved into Carinity Wishart Gardens retirement village in the suburb, 14km southeast of Brisbane’s CBD, 28 years ago. She said it was one of the…
KPMG: the new age that is the norm for retirement in Australia
The age at which most people retire has been slowly rising for decades, but new research by the professional services firm suggests it has hit its peak: for men it is 66.2 years and for women it is 64.8 years. That is three years later…