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Deadline extended for 2026 Seniors Awards
Great news if you’ve been intending to lodge a nomination for this year’s Seniors Awards but haven’t quite got there. The nomination deadline has been extended by a week to *Friday 21 August*. The 2026 Seniors Awards is your opportunity to shine a light on the amazing work of seniors, community groups, and organisations in our…
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Lifting the lid on cost-of-living pressures
Many older West Australians have tackled cost-of-living challenges throughout their lives, from post-war recovery and raising families on a single income, to periods of recession and uncertainty. These experiences build resilience and ability to adapt when times are tough. Advocare is keen to learn how older people are managing the current cost-of living challenges, and…
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Putting mental health first for everyone
Did you know 1 in 5 Australians will experience mental illness in any given year?…
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Bankwest’s digital banking workshops near 1000 attendees
Bankwest has been a part of the fabric of Western Australia for almost 130 years…
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Connection between neglect and hearing loss in older Aussies
One of the different forms of elder abuse is neglect. For many hearing-impaired older Australians…
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Forging stronger connections for residents and staff
Did you know Advocare delivers free, on-site information sessions on topics like protecting the rights…
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Frontline staff commit to standing strong for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2024 has come and gone, but older people are…
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Therese’s unexpected bonus volunteer
Inge is one of the newest volunteers in our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS).…
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Christine’s got the Great Southern covered
Christine spreads Advocare cheer across the Great Southern, advocating for older people’s rights. With a…
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The long and winding road to reform
We’re six years in and (still) counting! The journey to aged care reform has been…
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The impact on older people when adult children move home
Western Australia has wonderful resources for parents of young children. You can phone Ngala any…
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Food for thought on the importance of complaints
When it comes to living in an aged care home, the comfort and well-being of…
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Advocare appointed Peak Body for Seniors in WA!
Advocare is thrilled to announce that we have been chosen as the new independent peak…