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South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well Held 1-7 October, in line with International Day of Older Persons (1 October), South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well connects people through events and initiatives that support them to live happy and meaningful lives. The Week of Ageing Well is an initiative everyone can […]

Ageism: what is it? What is it like to grow older today? Age is one of the first things we notice about other people. It also shouldn’t be a reason why our older years can’t be some of the best of our lives. The definition of ageism Ageism can be […]

Journey to Uluru Getaway With ACH Group’s getaways, you discover the very best of South Australia and beyond. These social experiences offer the chance to explore picturesque wine regions, charming seaside townships, and breathtaking outback landscapes, all while making new friends and creating lasting memories. The Journey to Uluru getaway […]

Dementia Action Week – taking the step toward a dementia-friendly community This Dementia Action Week, from 16-22 September, we’re inviting everyone to learn more about dementia and take action to create supportive, dementia-friendly communities. By raising awareness and providing valuable resources, we can make a positive difference in the lives […]

Getting active in spring For many of us, winter means hibernation with more indoor activities and comfort foods.  With more sunlight and warmer days in spring, it’s time to get back into the swing of things and get active. Take a holistic approach to improving your health and wellbeing, starting […]

How a Support Worker can support your best life How well do you know the role of a Support Worker and how they can support you to live well, enjoy favourite experiences or help you tick off your daily to-do list? What is a Support Worker? As the title suggests, […]

Life stories and portraits: Drew Sinton In celebration of World Photography Day, we’re shining a spotlight on SALA Festival artists, including Drew Sinton, who captures vibrant, character-driven portraits. Drew’s use of close-up perspectives, combined with distinct lighting and background choices, creates a playful and dynamic atmosphere that highlights the individuality […]

Reflecting the surroundings through a lens In celebration of World Photography Day, we’re shining a spotlight on SALA Festival artist Yvonne Smuts, whose captivating work blends storytelling with stunning visual artistry. Yvonne is an accomplished photographer and a long-time resident at one of ACH Group’s retirement villages. We caught up […]

Benefits of art that may surprise you Relieving stress, training your brain and providing opportunities to connect and socialise with others are some of the many benefits of art that you may not know. There are many studies shown that creating art can benefit your mental health and improve brain […]

This winter, go beyond the tradition of celebrating Christmas in July In Australia, it has become a tradition to embrace the holiday spirit during the winter season by recreating the festive ambience of a traditional Northern Hemisphere winter. How can you enjoy winter, and what can you do when the […]