Aged Care

Living well in aged care: Mental stimulation, purpose and connection

9 July

Moving into aged care does not mean giving up independence, personality or purpose. In fact, with the right support, aged care can offer many opportunities for older people to stay mentally active, socially connected and emotionally fulfilled....[Read More]

Aged care conversations every family should have

2 July

Aged care is one of the most emotional and important topics a family will ever face. It often involves three generations: ageing parents, adult children, siblings, partners, and sometimes grandchildren who are deeply connected to the person needing...[Read More]

Caring with love: Supporting a parent or grandparent living with dementia

25 June

When a parent or grandparent is diagnosed with dementia, life can begin to change for the whole family. Familiar routines may become difficult, conversations may be repeated, and someone who was once fiercely independent may increasingly rely on...[Read More]

Aged Care: The emotional and financial decisions families often overlook

18 June

Aged care is one of the most important conversations a family can have, yet it is also one of the easiest to delay. Many families only begin thinking seriously about aged care when there is a health event, a fall, a hospital admission, or a...[Read More]

Caring for Mum, Dad, Grandma or Grandpa: Why good advice matters

11 June

For many families, aged care is not just a practical decision. It is emotional, personal and often difficult to talk about. As children and grandchildren, we want the best for our parents and grandparents. We want them to feel safe, respected,...[Read More]

7 signs you are ready to downsize the home and take life a little easier

4 June

There comes a time when the family home that once felt full of noise, movement and memories can start to feel a little too big, too quiet, too expensive or simply too much work. Downsizing is not just about moving into a smaller home. For many...[Read More]

Why estate planning conversations are so hard

28 May

Talking about estate planning can feel confronting. It’s a conversation tied to ageing, mortality, money, and family dynamics — all sensitive topics many of us prefer to avoid. Yet, avoiding it doesn’t make the need go away. In fact, most...[Read More]

Mistakes made through love: Why aged care advice matters

21 May

When a family member reaches the stage where aged care support is needed, the decisions can feel overwhelming. Everyone wants the same thing: safety, comfort, dignity and peace of mind for the person they love. But even with the best intentions,...[Read More]

Understanding powers of attorney, enduring powers of attorney and advance care directives

21 May

As we move through life, we plan for many things — work, family, retirement and finances. Yet one area that is often overlooked is planning for a time when we may not be able to make decisions for ourselves. This is where documents like a Power...[Read More]

What is aged care advice — and why does it matter?

14 May

There comes a time in many families when the conversation shifts. Mum is not moving as confidently as she once did. Dad is forgetting appointments. The family home that has held decades of birthdays, Christmas lunches and backyard cricket...[Read More]

Key points to consider to help you in your decision to move your loved one to aged care

30 April

Caring for someone in an aged care home can be a challenging and emotional experience, but it’s important to remember that you still have an essential role to play in supporting your loved one’s care. Here are some key points to consider to help...[Read More]

Understanding intergenerational wealth

23 April

Intergenerational wealth refers to the financial assets, investments, and valuable resources passed from one generation to the next. This can include property, shares, superannuation, savings, family businesses, or even sentimental assets such as...[Read More]

Showers free in aged care reform as health rebate cut

22 April

Private health insurance rebates will be slashed for older Australians to fund essential home care services such as showering and dressing support. The federal government has backed down on a requirement that people receiving aged care support pay...[Read More]

Who speaks for you when you can’t? Why planning ahead in aged care matters

2 April

There may come a time in life when you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself—whether due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline. It’s not an easy topic to think about, but it is one of the most important conversations you can have....[Read More]

A life well lived: Reflections from aged care on living without regret