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Relationships between everyday-people and their pets can obviously mean a lot, but there is no overstating just how special that bond can be to an older person. Elderly people are more prone to social isolation than any other age demographic in Australia, and in some cases, a four-legged friend may be their only sense of companionship.... Read More

As people get older, they may find themselves in situations where they are alone and socially isolated in their own homes. They may have lost their partner, their kids moved far away, or simply been abandoned over time at home. These so called “elder orphans” are in a place, through no fault of their own,... Read More

“I don’t want to have to go into aged care when I grow old.” A phrase not uncommonly heard, and often punctuated by a shudder of apprehension. Sadly, there’s a stigma attached to aged care that hasn’t made it appealing to those of us who may one day need it. Continued reports in the media... Read More