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Healthy Ageing

At ACH Group, we believe your best self, starts with your best health. Good health is one of the foundations of living a good life as you age. Research around the world has shown that people who are active and socially connected are happier and have a better sense of wellbeing and overall health, regardless of age or health status.

That’s why we focus on healthy ageing to assist you to remain physically, mentally and socially active and live a full and active life.

Group of older gentlemen catching up in Adelaide

Ageism: what is it?

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.
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Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week Nobody can do it alone This Dementia Action Week (15-21 September 2025) we challenge everyone in the community to reach out and reconnect to someone impacted by dementia because nobody can do it alone. If you need support to reconnect
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5 ways to stay healthy in winter

Essential tips for staying fit and well in winter When the days are shorter and the temperature drops, it can be tempting to stay indoors, be less active and eat calorie-dense comfort foods. This may result in a weakened immune system and higher
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Learning

Finding the right support to live well as you age, or recover from a health incident can be challenging to navigate and at times, overwhelming.

Here, you will find educational articles and resources about retirement living, home care packages, residential care homes, living well with dementia and social experiences.

Brian and Fred from Kapara visiting X Golf

Golf brings connection

Golf brings residents together in a celebration of connection and community At ACH Group, bringing people together through shared experiences is at the heart of everything the social team does – especially when those experiences celebrate South Australia’s rich and diverse sporting culture.
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Elkanah residents enjoying a chat

Myth busting about retirement living

Busting 4 common myths about retirement living Common myths about retirement living can create confusion about financial contracts and don’t reflect what life is really like when you move into a village. This article separates fact from fiction. Myth # 1: Moving into
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home care customers Pam and Ian

Don’t delay choosing a home care provider

Don’t delay choosing your Home Care Package Provider Pam and Ian Shiels have simple advice for people choosing a Home Care Package provider: plan early and ask questions face-to-face. The North Adelaide couple said for many older people, the idea of needing other
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Lifestyle

Life is nothing but a beautiful journey of discovery, self-care and fulfilment. Grow older, age well and embrace the journey as you go. Discover customers’ stories and community activities to see how people are embracing life.

Brian Harris is a resident leader, and Health Studio Customer - here pictured with weights at Health Studio Rostrevor

Life, not labels

Life, not labels Brian Harris on purpose, ageism and the power of crossing generations By any measure, Brian Harris has lived several lives: a country kid on a fruit block; a geologist in a downturn; a teacher who became the kind of principal
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1. David Kilsby proves it’s never too late to shine on stage.

David Kilsby proves it’s never too late to shine on stage

David Kilsby proves it’s never too late to shine on stage When David Kilsby took the stage in Billy Elliot with Northern Lights Theatre Company earlier this year, the audience held a few familiar faces – members of the Sing for Joy Choir,
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Betty attends ACH Group's Health Studio twice a week, pictured here on an exercise bike.

Betty’s tips to stay motivated

Betty’s tips to stay motivated Meet Betty, an active ACH Group Health Studio customer of over 13 years! At 90 years of age, Betty estimates she has attended nearly 1500 classes and has no intent on stopping. Every Monday and Friday morning you’ll
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