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Loneliness in older people: what are the risk factors?

03 May, 2024

A new study has identified several risk factors for loneliness throughout a person's life, finding that it consistently affects older people.


Time to put research into older women's health on the agenda: NARI

08 September, 2023

The National Ageing Research Institute has emphasised the health of older women in the lead-up to its Annual Summit, which will showcase programs aimed at promoting their health and wellbeing.


Multicultural education campaign zeros in on elder abuse

23 June, 2023

The 'Have You Thought About Later Life?' campaign urges older people to safeguard themselves by organising their wills and other important legal documents.


Social work tool fills gap and supports aging in place

23 March, 2023

Researchers have developed a psycho-social assessment tool to guide social work assessments and help build proactive partnerships with older people.


Ryman residents knit 14,000 teddies for Ukrainian children

23 March, 2023

The initiative was started by Debra Richardson, Ryman's Victorian Sales Manager, who created the 'Yuri' bear to honour the young boy from Ukraine she fostered.


Pemulwuy retiree helps the community grow

02 September, 2022

A love of gardening sowed the seeds for Allity Pemulwuy Aged Care resident Kevin Horne, 92, to become founder of the Wentworthville Community Garden in his 80s.


'Circles' to support older Australians

03 August, 2022

Community Circles Australia aims to build caring communities around older individuals who need a little extra help and company in their daily lives.


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