NATIONAL NEWS
OPAN backs new standards for psychtropic medications
The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) says it strongly supports a new clinical care standard that aims to reduce the inappropriate use of psychotropic...
Archibald arrives in Tamworth
Tamworth Regional Gallery will today open its doors to art enthusiasts from near and far to celebrate the arrival of the prestigious Archibald Prize...
HEALTH
Study to test whether VR can ease palliative care
A Canadian researcher has launched a study to test whether virtual reality can relieve anxiety and pain in palliative care.
Neuropsychologist Jhon Alexander Moreno, a professor...
FINANCE
Pension increase from today – but more needed says National Seniors
From today, the Age Pension, Veteran Payment, Disability Support Pension and Carer Payment will receive an increase due to indexation.
The maximum rate of the single...
RETIREMENT LIVING
Concert series strikes chord with retirees
Internationally-renowned pianist and composer, Joe Chindamo, has dazzled residents, and their family and friends at Aveo’s retirement community, Redmond Park, in Melbourne’s Princes Hill.
Melbourne-born...
TECHNOLOGY
Tech help is on hand for Mornington Peninsula seniors
VICTORIA/MORNINGTON PENINSULA
Do you have questions about how to use your phone, tablet or laptop? Are you feeling confused about the different programs and apps...
HOME CARE
Life’s better with a plan
Why advance care planning is important for your future health care
Lynette is no stranger to planning – whether it be researching the cheapest holiday...
TRAVEL
The Darling River Run beckons
Australian Seniors News shines the spotlight on a caravan expedition along the meandering banks of the Darling River, affectionately known as the Darling River...