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A new research report reveals experiences of ageist treatment in shops, cafes, and bars.

The Law Council of Australia welcomes progress made on issues including gender-based violence and elder abuse reforms.

For people living in metro areas, a broken hot water system or washing machine is a nuisance.

Rural health workers say there is still confusion about what dementia is, and what support exists.

As summer approaches, it’s worth taking a moment to think about how you’ll stay informed if an emergency happens – li...

Researchers need your voice to improve infection control in residential aged care homes.

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men’s Shed Association and hosted by John Paul Young.

Loneliness is quietly emerging as one of the most significant health issues in Australia, and it can affect people of...

Key reforms to the aged care system took effect on Nov 1, including changes to how Australians pay for residential an...

State redress payments to Stolen Generations survivors should be exempt from means testing for aged care say advocates.

More than 500 legal professionals met in October to discuss how the legal community could better support access to ju...

Older West Australians say ageism shows up, everyday at the GP, at work and even in families.

Dementia Australia’s biggest annual fundraiser returns to support people living with dementia, their families, and ca...

A male nurse has been charged over the alleged rape of two elderly women at a hospital in Brisbane's south.

The new changes, which came into effect November 1, fundamentally change the way older Australians pay for residentia...

Experts realise they need a new approach to managing older people with Multiple Sclerosis.

A new book that celebrates the lives, stories, and contributions of older women in Ballarat has been launched.

A groundbreaking new research initiative is set to transform how older Australians experience healthcare by tackling ...

Detectives from Wynnum Criminal Investigations Branch have charged a woman with 40 offences after investigations into...

Price hikes for older people accessing support at home could mean their aged care packages will not stretch as far.

New research shows most aged care facilities still don’t allow residents to keep their pets.

Australians over 50 are increasingly choosing to divorce at a time when the overall divorce rate is declining.

A hospital in New South Wales is facing serious questions in relation to the death of a 73-year-old dementia patient.

A major Australian study has found that therapy may help older adults beat anxiety more effectively than medication.

Victoria's war on stamping out elder abuse seems to be hitting home, with a stark increase of reports to police.

The Australian Frailty Network is co-designing a digital resource to provide accessible information about preventing ...

The independent Complaints Commissioner plays a key role in the aged care regulatory and governance system under the ...

If you are transitioning to Support at Home, there is still time to sign your service agreement with your provider, i...

People who turn 65 while on the NDIS can still keep receiving support through it, as long as their eligibility allows...

A new national campaign is calling for an Australia-wide plan-of-action to reduce falls among older Australians.