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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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Exercise right with ACH Group

Exercise Right Month 2025 Who moves you? In recognition of this year’s theme for Exercise Right Month, we encourage you take a moment to reflect: Who inspires you to move? Move for your loved ones. Move for your future. Move for the joy
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The importance of staying connected

Feeling socially connected is more important than ever Spending time with happy and positive friends can elevate your mood, while having stronger social ties has been linked with a lower risk of depression, healthier blood pressure and body mass index. Human beings are
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Resident at ACH Group enjoying a NeuronsVR virtual reality therapy
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Neurons VR at ACH Group

Neurons VR virtual reality at ACH Group ACH Group has introduced a transformative initiative across residential care homes. The rollout of Neurons VR therapy reflects a forward-thinking approach to enhancing wellbeing, using technology as a meaningful tool to reconnect residents with their past,
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April Falls 2025 – Improving balance for falls prevention

April Falls Month 2025 Better balance for fall prevention April Falls Month® is an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of falls and to promote the latest best practice fall prevention strategies. The Better Balance for Fall Prevention campaign aims to
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Walking for brain health - two older people enjoying an outdoor exercise
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Healthy body, healthy mind

Enhance your brain health by staying active Following Brain Awareness Week, Luke Mapunda, Physiologist, has shared some simple tips to support brain health. Embrace the great outdoors Walking is a fantastic form of exercise. It’s low-impact, accessible, and South Australia’s beautiful parks and
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Supporting your brain health

Tips for boosting your brain health As we get older our nutritional needs change to support healthy bodies and minds. ACH Group Dietitian Michael Dobie has shared some simple tips to support brain health. Drink enough water The brain is one of the
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A group of older people playing jenga, a great activity for brain health
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Brain health for healthy ageing

Promoting brain health for healthy ageing Keeping your brain healthy can be quite the puzzle! Pieces like healthy eating, staying physically active, and keeping your mind engaged all play a big role in cognitive wellbeing. Following Brain Awareness Week (10 – 16 March),
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Photo from Kapara Residential Care Home gym, with residents participating in a cycling challenge.
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Residents take on the cycling challenge

ACH Group Cycling Challenge at Residential Care Homes The Tour Down Under is one of South Australia’s most iconic sporting events, bringing together cycling enthusiasts from around the world. This year, ACH Group residents embraced the excitement by participating in an in-home gym
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Cooking for one

Cooking for one Tips to stay motivated and make it enjoyable Cooking for yourself can feel uninspiring after years of preparing meals for others. However, it’s an essential part of maintaining your health, especially as you age. Cooking for one doesn’t have to
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