99 year old War Veteran reflects ahead of Anzac Day: “I joined up as a boy and came back a man”.

Aged care and the welfare of older people have become a permanent fixture in news headlines throughout Australia’s dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. While the majority of news has been centred around COVID-19 and infection control measures, last week, the ACT Government quietly proposed a new set of laws that would see crimes committed against... Read More

By Caroline Osborne, University of the Sunshine Coast and Claudia Baldwin, University of the Sunshine Coast The COVID-19 pandemic has brought into sharp focus the need for connection to our local community and the health challenges of the retirement village model. We know that, as we age, most people prefer to stay in their own homes... Read More

“If you’re in your late 70’s and in your own home it’s time to start planning” Q. So Faye, what was the turning point for you to move into an aged care facility? At my 80th birthday I decided that I will make my announcement and I made my speech at my party or dinner... Read More