Exercising at home is a fantastic way for older adults to remain healthy and strong. Physical activity is one of the main contributors to living a longer and healthier life, with a multitude of benefits associated with regular exercise. Even if you have never been a big fan of exercise, it’s never too late to start.
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All You Need To Know About Aged Care (ACAT) Assessments
An aged care assessment, or ACAT assessment, is an important first step towards accessing aged care services. It helps you access the support you need to live your best and most fulfilled life.
Dementia Care in Australia: How to Care for Your Loved One Suffering From Dementia
Taking care of someone with dementia? Here are some useful tips that will help you provide better holistic care for your loved one.
How physical exercise can improve your work and your life
You don’t have to be an elite professional athlete to reap the benefits of sport and physical exercise. The simple act of moving your body – in whatever way you are able to do so – does wonders for your mental wellbeing, your productivity, and your mood.
The road to race day: Preparing for your first running event
Competing in a race is fantastic: the thrill of being amongst a big group of other runners, the fun of running somewhere you normally wouldn’t be able to, the advantage of being timed in a race environment, and the high of crossing that finish line. But there are a few steps before you can get there.
Blue Zones Deliver The Secret To A Longer, Healthier Life
‘Blue Zones’ are regions of the world where people live longer. These areas of unusual longevity have long fascinated researchers, as they try to ascertain what these locales have in common that result in the long-lasting health of their residents.
What is Trauma-Informed Practice?
Trauma and adversity have a profound effect on the biological, psychological, neurological and social wellness of a child. A trauma-informed approach to early learning includes developing a thorough understanding of the ways trauma impacts children, and recognising symptoms of trauma as being adaptive, rather than pathological.
Aged care residents become literary editors
A new program seeks to provide aged care residents with reading material, and the added stimulation of providing feedback to the writers. Pages for Wisdom pairs residents in aged care facilities with new and established writers, offering the opportunity for residents to provide feedback on works in progress.
Can a nap during nightshift improve performance?
Anyone who has regularly worked through the night knows the tired, sluggish feeling associated with a string of night shifts, and the difficulty of catching up on sleep during the day.
