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Ready to live a more streamlined, less stressful life? Downsizing is key. But, decluttering often stands in the way. This is where Jo Carmichael steps in to save the day. Jo spends her days decluttering homes and is here to make that much needed downsize a reality.
Many people associate retirement with finishing work. They picture long walks on the beach, hooking up the caravan to the 4WD, or taking some time to find new hobbies. After all, haven’t you spent a good part of your life dreaming about not having to work anymore?
The Morrison Government’s commitment to aged care transparency is highlighted in the first annual release of data and feedback on Consumer Experience Reports in residential aged care homes. “This is a major step forward in supporting senior Australians receiving aged care and their families and is a fundamental part of our Government’s reforms to help …
The Morrison Government has implemented the most significant changes to quality standards in two decades. The new Single Aged Care Quality Standards will empower senior Australians and ensure responsibility and accountability for their care. Aged care providers, including their boards and governing bodies will be clearly accountable for every one of their consumers’ safety and …
Only 13% of Australians believe they will have full control over their retirement, according to a new study by Compare the Market. The study (of 3,000 people( found that one in three Australians believed they won’t be able to retire when they are 65 years old. The majority of these were aged between 45 and …
There was an increase in the cost of living for retirees in the June quarter 2018, with increases in the cost of health services, transport, and clothing in particular, according to the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) Retirement Standard.
Australian parents are willing to do it tough, so their children (and grandchildren) can get a foot on the hard-to-reach property ladder, a new survey has shown.
Five reasons why modern apartment living is the best choice for life past 50. Data shows more Australians are downsizing than ever before due to the quality of life, convenience, security and financial benefits on offer. Luxury apartment developments are the product of choice for this market, providing added amenities and architect-designed, quality surrounds in …
Downsizing can often be a welcomed lifestyle change, giving many who’ve made the transition a newfound lease on life. Without the maintenance of a larger home, downsizing provides the unique chance to simplify your life and find more time to do the things you enjoy. This makes choosing where to downsize one of the most …
Most often, a seachange describes the move from a city in favour of a better life in a coastal community. Seachange Lifestyle Resorts have taken this inherent concept of a change for the better and shaped it into our core philosophy; a true seachange is not just changing where you live, but how you live. …
