Longevity runs in the family for centenarian Dulcie Rush, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday with friends, family and staff from Anglicare Southern Queensland’s Home and Community services team. More: hellocare.com.au/dedicated-dulc…

HelloCare contributor Michael Preston shares his latest story from aged care, joining 'ten pound pom' Emma as she recalled her journey to Australia in 1959. More: hellocare.com.au/ten-pound-poms…

The Jean Hailes Foundation is holding this year’s Women’s Health Week from September 2 to 6, 2024, to raise awareness about the ‘health and wellbeing of all women, girls and gender-diverse people.’ hellocare.com.au/over-240000-ag…

Resthaven’s caring ‘Knit & Natter’ and ‘Hobbies & Craft’ groups have shown that teamwork truly makes the dream work, as they have brought their dreams to life to support others in need. More: hellocare.com.au/resthavens-kni…

The Australian Government has announced that 100 more aged care places in rural and remote areas will be made available through the Multi-Purpose Service. hellocare.com.au/one-hundred-ex…

Happy Hour in aged care homes is a much-anticipated and enjoyable experience for residents. However, questions have been raised about the legal requirements for aged care workers when serving alcohol, including whether they need an RSA certificate. hellocare.com.au/happy-hour-in-…

There is ongoing public discussion about whether dementia should be a qualifying illness under Australian voluntary assisted dying laws. Voluntary assisted dying is now lawful in all 6 states, but is not available for a person living with dementia. More: hellocare.com.au/should-people-…

Happy Hour in aged care homes is a much-anticipated and enjoyable experience for residents, but what are the legal requirements for staff serving alcohol? hellocare.com.au/happy-hour-in-…

A spirited 96-year-old South Australian woman has shared how she almost stopped driving when she was a younger woman after a semi-trailer collided with her car. More: hellocare.com.au/marys-close-ca…

I freely admit that my pets help my own health, productivity and happiness – and I hope I help them to be happy and healthy too. More: hellocare.com.au/five-ways-to-g…

Attorneys play a central role in the decision-making process for older people who can no longer manage their affairs independently. hellocare.com.au/attorneys-in-a…

Some aged care workers have raised concerns about managers and supervisors turning a blind eye to serious incidents, choosing instead to not report something because they are protecting another staff member. hellocare.com.au/ethical-crossr…

Researchers have found that older people who show higher levels of mental resilience are more likely to live longer than peers who are not mentally resilient. What do you think? hellocare.com.au/is-better-ment…

A touching moment captured in a viral TikTok video showcases the enduring love between a mother battling Alzheimer’s and her devoted daughter who gently reminds her mother of a significant milestone: her enduring marriage. More: hellocare.com.au/heartwarming-m…

Recent data highlights that older Australians may be at greater risk of having leukaemia than younger generations. More: hellocare.com.au/the-average-ag…

There’s a hidden ageing and workforce crisis in Australia’s rural communities with ageing towns at risk of being forced to choose between funding schools or aged care as they struggle to recruit staff. More: hellocare.com.au/grim-realities…

There’s good news for nurses and allied health professionals as those fields have been labelled as virtually AI-proof. hellocare.com.au/the-10-jobs-ex…

Navigating the transition into grandparenthood can be a complex emotional landscape, especially for those who have recently enjoyed the freedom of retirement. So, should grandparents be expected to babysit? More: hellocare.com.au/new-grandma-wo…

After cutting the hair of Resthaven residents and clients for 45 years, Jan Beattie says it’s the relationships that matter most! More: hellocare.com.au/a-cut-above-th…

An estimated one in ten people aged 65 and over are blind or have low vision in Australia, resulting in serious impacts on their independence and mobility. For people like 67-year-old Boris, even simple chores at home become too difficult. hellocare.com.au/older-blind-an…