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Must Read Why do loved ones with dementia sometimes ‘come back’ before death?

Stories from loved ones, caregivers and health-care workers have described some people with dementia suddenly engaging in meaningful conversation, sharing memories and even requesting meals in the day before their death. Read more

Three Generations of Care: A Celebration of Motherhood in Aged Care

By Jakob Neeland

From daughter to mother to grandmother—join us in celebrating the power of family this Mother's Day with a touching story of three generations united in aged care. Read More

In aged care, all residents are equal… but some are more equal than others.

By Steven Hughes

In aged care, there is a balancing act between providing the best possible care while maintaining financial viability. Tip the balance too far in either direction, and success is diminished. Read More

Does obesity really increase your risk of dementia?

By HelloCare Editorial Team

Many dementia experts advise people to maintain a healthy weight to reduce their risk of dementia. But some studies suggest that obesity might actually protect against dementia. What does the science say? Read More

Sharpening the Mind: Top Brain Training Exercises for Seniors

By HelloCare Editorial Team

Problem-solving games and memory exercises, including jigsaw puzzles, crosswords, and sudoku, can be for more than just entertainment. Research has found they can provide lasting benefits, including reducing memory loss and improving cognitive function as you age. 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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