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With Australia’s Aged Care Act looming, a 3-month palliative care cap threatens to leave seniors and families stranded in their final days. Read More

Albanese government reveals that politicians will be exempt from new superannuation tax

In an egregious display of corrupt, self-preservation, the Albanese government revealed that the new tax on supperannuation will not apply to politcians. Read More
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Should aged care homes do more to accommodate smokers?

Some aged care homes offer smoking spots, others don’t. For elderly smokers, especially those with dementia, this gap can mean losing a lifelong habit overnight, against their will. Read More

Is it disrespectful for aged care staff to speak in a foreign language at work?

Is it rude for aged care staff to speak foreign languages at work? With 51% of workers born overseas, it’s a heated debate. We explore the impact on residents and staff. Read More

Dog owners 40% less likely to get dementia – cats may not help much

Good news for dog lovers! A UK study shows dog owners have a 40% lower risk of dementia, thanks to walks and social time. Cats? Not quite the same effect. Read More

#WisdomWednesday

Wisdom Wednesday is about celebrating the experience and wisdom of our elders across the globe through storytelling. It's through these stories that we attempt to elevate their often unspoken worth and value of age unwittingly lost to peers and future generations. Do you have an elders story to share or are you an elder yourself that would like to be interviewed? Help us celebrate the lives of older Australians through Wisdom Wednesday, a weekly segment posted every Wednesday. Our older generation are by definition the most experienced members of our community, but as they age and transition into more passive, physically constrained roles in society, their importance often dwindles, particularly so as they enter long-term care.

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