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Welcome to the Ageing Well Report 2024. This report shares information and insights from a national survey conducted in July 2024 with 2000+ Australians aged 25 – 75+ years.
Latest research shows staying socially connected can help reduce the risk of developing diabetes and improve outcomes for people living with the condition. But what does that mean in practice?
About 46 per cent of Australians over 65 report feeling lonely sometimes, taking a toll on health, wellbeing and communities. For older people, transitions like retirement or illness can increase risk.
Welcome to the Ageing Well Report 2023. The findings provide a snapshot of current perceptions about ageing and top priorities that are influencing our ability to live and age well today across economic, health, social and environmental factors.
Dementia is not a normal part of ageing, but there are things you can do to reduce risk and to support independence and wellbeing if you have a dementia diagnosis.
When a person is frail, they experience physical and cognitive decline and are vulnerable to poorer health outcomes. This can lead to further decline and loss of independence. Research shows frailty can be reversed.
Your skin is the largest organ of the body and does an important job protecting your body and keeping you healthy. Looking after your skin is an important part of staying well.
About 46 per cent of Australians over 65 report feeling lonely sometimes, and the risk of loneliness has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We all encounter stress and anxiety from time to time, but high levels of stress can have serious health consequences. Mindfulness techniques are one way to reduce stress.
Australians are living longer than ever before. Research shows living a healthy lifestyle will improve your chances of ageing well. Experts say social connection, healthy eating, exercise, mindfulness and important for improving your wellbeing. Read what the experts have to say about the six core areas that can help you age well.
The Aged Care Act says some groups of people with shared diversity characteristics find it harder to access services. People who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) are one of these groups. Delivering culturally safe aged care services for LGBTI people means delivering services in ways that help overcome those barriers.
Staying connected with families and communities becomes more important as we age. With social isolation a growing problem for older people, there are some simple ways to build connections that benefit everyone. Read our White Paper here.
Although there are no guarantees that dementia can be prevented, scientific research suggests leading a healthy life- particularly during mid-life- may reduce your risk. You can take simple steps to improve your brain health at any age – it’s never too early or too late to start.