Is there such thing as generational differences in the workplace? The answer varies. Some labour market experts believe the key to surviving and thriving in a multigenerational environment is to focus on the similarities, rather than the differences.
More Australians are opting to go meat-free to improve their health or lose weight. In fact, over ten per cent of our population are now vegetarian. According to experts, going vegetarian is actually good for your wellbeing as long as you know what to eat.
Everyone has a story. But, have you ever thought about writing it down? For many, it is a cathartic experience. We talk to bestselling author of “Mao’s Last Dancer” Li Cun Xin and writing coach Patti Miller about the art of writing your own.
More and more of us are working past retirement age. The latest Census shows the number of older people in the labour force has actually doubled from six to 13 per cent over the last decade and a half. Here is a guide to how you can choose and structure your part-time work while still enjoying your age pension entitlements.
Being a grandparent is a major milestone in the journey of life. For those who have taken years to learn how to parent, becoming a grandparent requires a completely different set of rules, and often times, the ability to readjust as the family dynamics change. It’s important to understand these unwritten rules in order to maximise your joy in grandparenting, as well as maintaining a loving and fulfilling intergenerational family life.
We’re living longer than ever before, so staying active is key to fitness and health. But what exercise is right for you?
Did you know that dementia is predicted to become Australia’s leading cause of death in the next few years? The chronic illness affects almost one in ten Australians aged 65 plus. Whilst there is currently no cure, a nutritional expert for older people believes you can actually cheat dementia by eating better food for the brain.
As we get older, for some, loneliness looms and a sense of purpose can go missing. It’s estimated that between 10 to 15 per cent of older people go through depression. What are the signs and how can you best start a conversation with the person you're worried about?
You may think you have your retirement finances under control but did you know that changes in the new financial year could have significant impacts on your financial status? Here’s a quick overview of the key changes that came into effect for this financial year.
What happens when differences within a family lead to a breakdown of relationships? While social researchers say that estrangement is common, few talk about it.
Understanding your sexuality is a personal journey which can often be painful. For some who are attracted to the same sex, it can be a lifetime of confusion and struggle.
Filmmaking may seem like a distant dream reserved for tech-savvy individuals with a big team and budget behind them. For everyday enthusiasts who enjoy capturing life’s precious moments though, taking their labour of love to the next level isn’t actually that far-fetched according to some creative seniors.
Should you lend money to your grown-up children or not? The answer is often straight-forward for parents who’ve spent a lifetime loving and caring for their children. Experts though, encourage taking measures to protect your own financial future before digging into your retirement savings.
Not everyone has the time to get their eyes checked regularly. With the eyes responsible for so much of our daily activities, and 93 per cent of people aged over 55 affected by long-term vision disorders, specialists say it is essential that you don’t leave it until it’s too late.
There is a valuable lesson we can learn from the First Peoples known for their love and care for country in the aftermath of recent fire catastrophes. Adding “walking on country” onto your bucket list might help you better understand the meaning of “country” by engaging its traditional custodians.
The pace of modern life makes holidaying at exclusive locations a desirable luxury. More than 180,000 Australians have signed up to time-sharing schemes at popular holiday destinations.However, older owners may find the long-term nature of these arrangements inconvenient as circumstances change following retirement.
Walking football is a modified version of soccer which is rapidly gaining popularity among the over fifties age group.Since its inception in 2011, more than 800 clubs have already been set up in the UK.Australia is following suit with Football Federation Australia planning to establish 110 walking football hubs across the country in the coming year.
There’s a common perception that we are less likely to take risks as we get older.Yet, research found that baby-boomers are the fastest growing entrepreneurship cohort anywhere in the world with the trend likely to increase as the population ages.
The Interim Report by the Aged Care Royal Commission reveals a substandard residential aged care sector plagued by poor care and safety standards.As Australia looks at improving the care of our ageing population, it must also consider the complex cultural needs of our multicultural seniors.Some innovative providers are recognising the importance of intergenerational interactions.
With one in three older Australians born in a non-English speaking country, how equipped are our nursing homes in tailoring to the specific cultural needs of residents with dementia who may have reverted back to their mother tongue?What if we can re-imagine an aged care system that better meets our human and cultural needs?