Mental Health Month is celebrated each year in the month of October in NSW. This awareness month encourages all of us to think about our mental health and well being, regardless of whether we may have a lived experience of mental illness or not. This month also gives us the opportunity to understand the importance of mental health in our everyday lives. The following blog provides an overview of what mental health is, provides some signs that may indicate that somebody is hav

Carer burnout is more common than you may think and should be taken seriously. It can impact your health, your happiness, and your relationship with your loved one. Carer burnout has a few main causes; Carers are busy, many are also parents and employees, so they’re always jumping from task to task. Carers are always on duty, they often live with their loved one are always waiting for the next task or request. This makes it difficult to relax. Carers can also be lonely, many

There is a Chinese saying that goes: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.” For centuries, the greatest thinkers have suggested the same thing: Happiness is found in helping others. We understand the benefits of helping others and of being of service to individuals and communities. We pride ourselves on our service an

Everybody, including people with disabilities, needs physical activity for good health. About 1 in 5 people in Australia have a disability. A disability is any condition of the body or mind that makes it more difficult for the person with the condition to do certain activities and interact with the world around them. Disability does not equal poor health, and most adults with disabilities are able to participate in regular physical activity and avoid being inactive. However,

There is nothing more valuable in life than good friends. No matter how old you are, we all need human contact – it’s key to our well-being. Friendship transcends money, status, and reputation and while friendship is important at every stage in life, it is especially vital in later years. By staying in touch and sharing experiences with others, it makes it possible for seniors to remain active, mentally alert, and connected to life. Without a friend or close relative to provi

In Australia, more and more people are living full and productive lives well into their 80's and 90's. Research shows that if you start living a healthy lifestyle earlier in life, you have better chances of staying healthy as you get older. Staying physically active, eating well, socialising and improving your health can help you live a healthy, happy and active life as you get older. Staying Involved and Socialising with Others Learning a new skill keeps your brain working a