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SBS Dateline: My 93-year-old Flatmate

on Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Imagine an aged care home where elderly residents live side-by-side with young students. This aged care home is a reality in the Netherland’s - and it's been a huge success. On tonight’s episode of Dateline on SBS, you can find out more about this unique approach to intergenerational living.

Age No Barrier to Fun and New Friendships at Mercy Place Lathlain

on Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Dancing, singing, fun and laughter could be found in abundance at Mercy Place Lathlain last week when a dozen youngsters from a local dance school entertained seniors during a specially choreographed performance.

Jannette and Arcare Latrobe’s Victory

on Thursday, April 14, 2016

Jannette Shannon has lived in the Reservoir area all her life, growing up in the suburb and later working as a shoemaker at Footrests in Preston. She moved into Arcare Latrobe five years ago.

RAD Prices Set to Soar

on Wednesday, April 13, 2016

by Rachel Lane, Principal, Aged Care Gurus

The pension asset test changes are now less than a year away. From 1 January 2017, the amount of assets that a person can have before their pension reduces will increase (slightly) and the rate at which their pension reduces beyond that point will double. ALL means tested pensioners will be affected, i.e there is no grandfathering.