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

As we age, there may come a time when we have to accept we need a little more help. We know most senior Australians wish to remain living in their own home independently and, as such, accepting support can give them the confidence to ensure this happens.    A survey by The Productivity Commission in... Read More

Ahead of next week’s Federal Budget, the Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Senator Richard Colbeck, has announced an additional $10.6m of government funding. It’s not for older people, but instead to move younger people – particularly those under the age of 45 – out of aged care. Read More

An 83-year-old sleuth casts a compassionate eye over an aged care home in this Academy Award-nominated documentary. Read More