The Importance of Influenza Vaccination – Aged Care

Taking the first step into aged care can be a daunting experience. In this episode of Grey Matters, Tracey Silvester chats to Ben Davis about how to get started. When it comes to having the aged care conversation with mum and dad, how should you approach the subject and what are the dos and don’ts... Read More

As our population age’s scientists have discovered that our immune system deteriorates. This is immunosenescence, where there is a loss of effectiveness in preventing disease and infection and is associated with an increased susceptibility to infections. Our immune system is the first line in defence against invaders such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Therefore... Read More

In many ways, buying a retirement village unit is even more complicated than buying any other type of residential property. There are different forms of legal title and occupancy rights available, there is the ongoing cost of services and maintenance of facilities in the village, and then what fees, charges or capital gain sharing may... Read More