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Gemma is a dietitian at ACH Group.
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How dietitians can help at ACH Group

How can dietitians support you? If there is one thing Gemma Prendergast wants people to know this National Nutrition Week it is this: “dietitians are not the food police”. Gemma has been a senior dietitian with ACH Group for the past two years
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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 It’s time to talk about dementia This Dementia Action Week (21-27 September 2026) we encourage everyone in the community to reach out and reconnect to someone impacted by dementia. Almost half a million Australians are living with dementia today and
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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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Group of older people in a gym, exercising with weights to improve their balance for April Falls month.
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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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Group of older people in a gym, exercising with weights to improve their balance for April Falls month.

April Falls 2026 – Improving balance for falls prevention

April Falls Month 2026 Let’s Talk about Falls – Staying Save Starts with a Chat 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 Let’s Talk
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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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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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