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Seniors speak: what older West Australians are saying
Not surprisingly, the rising cost of living was high on the agenda, with members highlighting the impact of fuel prices, and how these pressures are affecting older people across the state. Find out what else was talked about, and learn about our new cost-of-living survey. Housing was another major focus, particularly the challenges many older…
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Advance Australian Rights: join the journey
Australia is moving closer to a major international milestone, as momentum builds toward a United Nations Convention on the Human Rights of Older Persons. How can you help make it happen? While conventions exist for children, people with disability, women and other groups, there is still no binding global treaty dedicated specifically for the rights…
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EPG & EPA: What you can and can’t do
Being appointed as an Enduring Guardian or Enduring Attorney by an older person in your…
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Why older Australians thrive in their own space
Home is where the health is! A major change is on the horizon for older…
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Discover the new Seniors Information Resource!
Navigating the many services and concessions available to seniors across WA just got easier. The…
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Support accessible homes for all ages
As a rapidly ageing population, we need housing that supports us across our entire lifespan,…
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Volunteering: Creating brighter lives for older people
Volunteering brightens an older person’s day, but it also brings plenty of benefits for our…
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Bringing information and support to WA communities
Did you know Advocare delivers a free, state-wide education program to community organisations, aged care…
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Stay steady, stay safe at home
A recent study by the University of Queensland has found residents having a fall in…
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Do you know a local volunteering legend?
Is there someone in your community who selflessly volunteers and could do with some recognition?…
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Celebrating the launch of WA Seniors Peak Body
It’s official! As the custodian of the Seniors Peak Body, Advocare welcomed guests from across…
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The difference human connection makes
In late 2023, a documentary series called Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones…
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Advocate Claire calls the Pilbara home
Meet Claire Tassone, Advocare’s first-ever Pilbara Outreach Advocate. Her story is a blend of passion,…
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Age is just a number, break the chains on Ageism Awareness Day!
This year October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day, a special day dedicated to raising awareness…