If you ask older people what they most wish for, it’s to stay living in their own home for the rest of their life. Some have lived in the same home for fifty, sixty or seventy years or more. It is their safe haven. Or is it? Over the years, we don’t quite notice how many more possessions or knick […]
Almost 5 million Australians suffer from incontinence that, unfortunately, impacts their independence and quality of life. According to the Continence Foundation of Australia, incontinence can lead to feelings of rejection, social isolation, dependency on others and disturbances of body image. Incontinence can be very embarrassing. It’s no surprise that people try to hide it or deny that it exists. But, […]
It’s that time of the year again when our socials are swamped with sales season discounts. If it’s not 80% off for purchases on Black Friday, its 85% off for Cyber Monday. Then, we are barraged with advertisements for the pre-festive season and Boxing Day sales. Rounding out this annual season of retail madness are the New Year sales. There […]
Have you ever felt wobbly in your legs the first time you’ve tried to stand during a hospital stay? Did you think even just for a second that you might fall? Did a nurse hold your arm while you gained your balance? Imagine what it would be like trying to stand and use all your muscles if you been in […]
It was a privilege to be with my brother (pictured as a youngster), even for a short time, at the end of his life. He spent his last days in palliative care in an Adelaide hospital. At very short notice, I packed the dog into the car and drove from Melbourne to Adelaide to say goodbye. It was confronting to […]
Home invasions are on the rise in most Australian states. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, in 2023, 160,885 Australians became victims of unlawful entry with intent. The statistics are alarming. Thieves tend to take items that are easily found and effortless to remove. They have no consideration of the sentimental value of any item that is precious to […]
About 50% of Australians know their blood type. Knowing your blood type is important. In an emergency, say, if you have an accident, injury or illness where you need a blood transfusion, you want to be sure that your body will accept the blood you are given. In other words, you need to receive blood that is compatible with your […]
Let’s get right to the point. If your loved one had wisely chosen to store details of their super, shares and other investments in their Secure My Treasures chests before they passed, there’s a good chance that you wouldn’t be reading this post now. In Australia there’s around $17.8 billion in lost super. This is spread over 7.1 million accounts. […]
We all need to drink plenty of water each day to keep our bodies hydrated and working properly. If we don’t drink enough water, we can become dehydrated. Dehydration starts with feeling thirsty. You may have dry lips or a dry mouth. You may also feel dizzy and your wee might appear darker than usual. When dehydration is severe, you […]
Music is a social activity that can help older people to maintain their physical and mental well-being. Whether you sing in a choir or in the shower, play an instrument or an upturned bucket or write lyrics, making music can lift your spirits. Music helps you to be part of a community, to make new friends and reduces social isolation. […]
