82-year-old man who wants to learn to swim has his wish fulfilled

Octogenarian Val McKenzie Smith is being asked to give up her beloved black labrador retriever, Hans, after he put on too much weight over the course of the pandemic – pushing over the preferred weight for guide dogs. Do you think this is fair? Read More

Around 12% of teens are quietly caring for a loved one — often without support, recognition or protection. New research shows the long-term toll on their mental health, education and future can be devastating. Read More

The Federal government has launched an elder abuse hotline to support older Australians who may be experiencing abuse or neglect. “To any older person who is out there thinking ‘I’m not sure where my money is going, I don’t know what’s happening to my medication, I feel concerned that people are controlling my life’, the... Read More