Health & Wellbeing
Find practical information on a range of health and wellbeing topics specifically for older Australians.
The ABCs of dehydration
Staying hydrated is more important for health, wellbeing and enjoyment of life than many people realise. Dietitian Ngai...
Ageism in health advice
I am often frustrated by the ageism I witness in health messaging. This failure can end up causing unnecessary harm. Ng...
Ageing well with diabetes
If you have diabetes, actively managing your health needs can boost your chances of living the independent, enjoyable l...
Biting into life: oral health and your wellbeing
Having a healthy smile is not just for the cameras—oral health is important.
COVID-19 boosters
The Australian Government has updated its advice about COVID-19 booster doses for Australians aged over 60.
Eating well in your 60s, 70s and beyond
From your mid 60s, eating for health and wellbeing needs a different approach.
Good brain food
Can anything reduce our chances of developing dementia in older age? What we eat and how we live could make all the dif...
Guarding yourself against oral cancer: know your risk
Oral cancer is more common in older Australians, and early detection often leads to better outcomes.
Saliva: more important than you think!
As silent indicators of health and wellbeing, dry mouth and other saliva changes are surprisingly significant. Find out...
The food they (don’t) eat: elder abuse by neglect?
Adequate and appropriate nutrition is no less important in old age than at any other time of life.
The appetite deception: why some older people eat less than they need
The nutritional needs of older people are quite particular, and if those needs aren’t met it can affect not only the pe...
Health & Wellbeing Resources
Palliative Care Report Tasmania 2024
The latest from Tasmania where advocates have called for better planning and prioritisation of palliative care.
Confronting ageing: the talk Australia has to have
An article by the Sydney University that discusses how the way communities are built will shift as the population does:...
Veterans guide for living independently
This book has been developed to help you, your family, and carers better understand the types of services that the Depa...
Fall-proof your home
A guide to help reduce the risk of falls in your home.
We Need to Talk About Ageing
Clinical psychologist Melissa Levi authors a book that covers the three trajectories of ageing – successful ageing, nor...
Webinar: Older Lesbians' Experiences of Ageing in Rural Tasmania
With increased attention on the importance of safe and inclusive ageing and aged care, what are the specific needs of o...
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