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Could your AirPods replace your hearing aid?
As we get older, it’s not uncommon to also gradually lose our hearing from a lifetime of wear and tear. For many of us, that means an expensive hearing aid – but that may not be the case for much longer. A new study out…
Will I own my unit in a retirement village?
When moving into a retirement village, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by contracts and fees. To help you out, here’s a quick rundown of the types of occupancy and ownership arrangements villages have to offer. Leasehold arrangement Under a leasehold, the village operator owns the…
Grow your super on your own – the earlier the better
Are you making voluntary contributions to your superannuation? When it comes to retirement, every little bit helps. According to an Equip Super survey of more than 2,000 Australians, 46% have made voluntary contributions to boost their super savings – and of these, 65% made their…
Gold Coast village resident helps kids see the world through music
A Gold Coast grandfather is taking kids on a virtual tour around the world with his Can Do Kids Band. Psychologist Dr Charles Margerison, a resident at Odyssey Lifestyle Care Communities Robina, has launched the new online resource, which he says helps children between six…
What is a Residents Committee?
When you move into a retirement village, your interests as a resident may be represented to the village operator by a Residents Committee. This committee will consist of a group of residents who you and your fellow residents elect to make your voices heard to…
New social club opens for seniors in southwest Sydney
Not For Profit aged care provider HammondCare has opened a new social club for seniors in Sydney’s southwest. The Ironbark Social Club at Hammondville is one of 16 clubs operated by HammondCare, and can host activities and outings – including board games, gardening, exercise, crafts,…