Blog Post | 24 July, 2020
As restrictions in Queensland are lifted and our social lives are resuscitated, you might be approaching catch-ups with extra caution.
Public gatherings and social occasions increase the risk of COVID-19 spreading. This is why physical distancing and hygiene measurements remain in place to keep us safe.
With the coronavirus outbreak still hanging over our heads, it’s normal to be worried about getting a little too close to people from outside your household. If you’d like to avoid busy cafés and bars, stick to the 1.5m rule without alienating your friends and schedule in some of these fun... Read more
Blog Post | 22 June, 2020
We’re hearing a lot about body positivity lately. Celebrities are calling out photoshop for promoting unattainable standards. Influencers are embracing their ‘flaws’ and celebrating their real and raw form, sans filter.
Change is in the air. But even with this social movement of body positivity, it’s not always easy to maintain a positive body image – especially if you’ve spent years criticising yourself.
If you’re wondering how to improve your body image and shift to a healthier mindset, these steps might help you feel more comfortable and confident in your own skin.
1. Appreciate... Read more
Blog Post | 07 February, 2023
As your parents age, their needs and their abilities tend to change. You may be wondering if it’s time to move your elderly parents out of their home and into your home with you.
If your elderly parent or parents need extra care, it may be more beneficial for everyone if they move into your home.
Moving your elderly parents in with you may even be a financially motivated decision; the recent cost-of-living increase has more and more families moving in together to save money.
However, with families living in such close quarters, there is higher risk for stress and conflict.
In this blog post,... Read more
Blog Post | 20 April, 2020
While those of us who are able to do our jobs from home right now are extremely lucky, this doesn’t mean that working from home doesn’t have its challenges.
Working from home can be great – until your toddler wants to play on your keyboard, or that new release on Netflix becomes too tempting.
Yep, it can be tough to stay focused at home. Sure, we don’t have our co-workers dropping by our desk or inviting us to lunch. But the home office can pose even more distractions and make it seem almost impossible to separate our work from our personal life.
If you’re struggling to stay productive or... Read more
Blog Post | 19 May, 2020
Online therapy is a great way to get the support you need in the comfort of your own home.
From Skype to Zoom, there are plenty of video conferencing platforms that make online counselling easy and convenient for anyone with an internet connection. But there are a few extra things to think about when preparing for your online counselling session.
Create a suitable environment and make the most of your online counselling sessions with these ten tips.
1. Give yourself time to set up
Allow at least 5-10 minutes to get set up before your session to avoid rushing to get ready at the... Read more
Blog Post | 16 December, 2022
Nobody wants to feel lonely during the holiday season, but loneliness can amplify for seniors during this time.
Relationships Australia’s recent national survey shows that 27.1% of seniors feel socially lonely.
Research shows that loneliness and social isolation in the elderly can have detrimental effects, with links to mental and physical conditions such as... Read more
Blog Post | 29 March, 2021
We all have stuff we’ve been putting off. Stuff we’ll “get around to”. Stuff we’ve been waiting to do on a free weekend.
Well, thanks to these intermittent lockdowns, we've had to clear our schedules. And while it may be tempting to rewatch Friends on a never-ending loop (and we wouldn’t judge you for it), it’s probably better for our mental health if we weave some stimulating activities in here and there.
Things might be a little scary and uncertain right now, but we can still make the most of our time at home by ticking off our to-do lists and trying some new self-isolation activities.... Read more
Blog Post | 28 March, 2021
Missing your mates?
With lockdowns put in place without much warning, we can't catch up with friends and family as we normally would.
But social distancing doesn’t have to keep you cut off from your loved ones. There are plenty of fun ways to stay in touch and maintain those important connections until you can catch up in person again.
1. Send a Voice Message
You know that nice text message you send to let your mum know you’re thinking of her, or to tell your friends to have a great Friday? It’d be way more exciting in a voice message. Sending a greeting or an update in a... Read more
Blog Post | 14 December, 2020
Seniors are no strangers to loneliness.
A recent Australian research paper reported that between 12%-30% of older people around the world experience loneliness. And our lonely seniors aren’t just bored and isolated – their mental and physical health is taking a hit, too.
The study found that lonely and socially isolated older people are more likely to experience depression, dementia, chronic pain, and physical frailty.
“Loneliness and social isolation in... Read more
Blog Post | 12 January, 2023
“Cost of living” refers to the cost of essentials and day-to-day necessities.
In the past twelve months, the cost of living for seniors in Australia has risen by 6.3%. This major increase can make it difficult to financially plan and to save money.
As many pensioners and seniors have no active income stream, saving money is a vital skill to have.
We’ll explore 11 great tips for seniors and pensioners to save money despite the... Read more