Anthony Caggiano

5 days ago | thesenior.com.au | Anthony Caggiano

Dementia Training Australia director Ellie Newman wants people to know they can advocate for themselves about their care needs. Picture suppliedEllie Newman is among the allied health staff who want people living with dementia to know that they are valued and matter. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue reading"We are here and we will support you as much as we can," she said.

6 days ago | finance.einnews.com | Anthony Caggiano

John Simpson (pictured with his grandson Archer), and Kim Watty took different routes to planning how they'd spend their time in retirement. Pictures suppliedBut her story helps illustrate the mental side of planning for retirement, let alone the financial. She is co-founder of The Main Act, which, along with her daughter Prue, helps women make change in their lives, including when transitioning from work to retirement.

6 days ago | thesenior.com.au | Anthony Caggiano

ATO Assistant Commissioner Rob Thomson encourages honesty as best policy on this year's returns as the office clamps down on bogus claims. Older Australians are being reminded to make sure their tax claims are legitimate as the ATO focuses on areas it often sees errors, including multiple income sources, work-related expenses and work from home deductions.

1 week ago | thesenior.com.au | Anthony Caggiano

Older Australians on Home Care Packages are moving to Support at Home program on July 1, but there are serious concerns the industry can't physically do it by then. Canva pictureTensions are mounting that providers won't be able to start changes to the aged care system on time while the government tells Home Care Package recipients they'll roll over to the Support at Home program from July 1.

1 week ago | thesenior.com.au | Anthony Caggiano

Blood sugar levels can be measured, lights switched on and off and falls can be detected with new technology designed to help people with different physical and cognitive abilities. Pictures by FreeStyle, Amazon and SofihubMonitoring your own health or that of a loved one can be made easier with technology designed to maintain independence.