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Group of older people in a gym, exercising with weights to improve their balance for April Falls month.

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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Food that supports brain health
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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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A man in the kitchen, deciding about what vegetables he should chop next
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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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Betty attends ACH Group's Health Studio twice a week, pictured here on an exercise bike.
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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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tips to keep cool in summer
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Staying healthy in the heat

Staying healthy in the heat When summer temperatures soar and the heat feels relentless, staying cool isn’t just about comfort – it’s essential for your health. Taking steps to keep your body temperature down can help prevent heat-related illnesses like heatstroke. For older
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What is the role of an Occupational Therapist?

Understanding the vital role of Occupational Therapy  There are many misconceptions about what an Occupational Therapist (OT) actually does, especially in the context of aged care. Often, people aren’t fully aware of the diverse ways OTs support older people, from improving independence to
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South Australia's Week of Ageing Well
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South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well

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
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