Everyone turns to DIY from time to time. The problem is that many DIYers overestimate their abilities, which can lead to serious property damage and personal injury. Getting older is not all beer and skittles – as much as we don’t like to admit it, our agility and dexterity drops, we can struggle with balance, […]
Unspoken Truths: Seniors Experience High Rates of Depression and Anxiety, But Rarely Seek Help
“Do you know what it is to be sad and old?” Maria* an aged care resident asked me. “No, of course not! You’re just a baby,” the 87-year-old exclaimed, in answer to her own question. A brief spark of mischief lit up her rich hazel eyes as she levelled them at me, before vanishing as […]
Retirement Village Entry Condition Report – What You Should Know
Retirement village living looks great in the brochures, and buying into a retirement village can be a wonderful lifestyle choice, but it’s important to understand exactly what you’re paying for. It’s very different to buying a family home or investment property. Before you move in, there are a number of important documents that will need […]