News: aged care

Housing design for older South Aussies under the spotlight

An older man smiles in the kitchen as he makes a cup of tea.
Posted on Sep 6 2022 by Lee Gaskin

³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers will investigate the quality of housing for older South Australians to improve their wellbeing and resilience to extreme weather.

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Increased movement leads to better outcomes for aged care residents

Two Resthaven residents walk through a garden and talk to each other.
Posted on Jul 11 2022 by Lee Gaskin

³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers have found that aged care residents who move more and interact with their environment are more likely to live longer, have fewer falls and have a higher quality of life.

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