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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.

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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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.

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Reconnecting with the joy of singing

Dorothy’s joy of singing continues Following a career in banking, government, airlines and the courts, in retirement Dorothy’s life adventures brought her back to her passion: music. Dorothy grew up in Port Lincoln, and as a self-proclaimed tomboy she enjoyed childhood freedom but
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Cultivating creativity
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Cultivating creativity

How can you cultivate creativity? Research suggests that creativity can increase positive emotions, boost cognition, and even support our immune system. The great news is that creativity can be practiced and expressed in a variety of different ways. Get your creative juices flowing
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Things to consider when moving to nursing home

Residential care – what you need to know, plus: 5 things to consider

Residential Care – 5 things to consider Have you heard the term ‘residential care’, but don’t know what it all means? Are you concerned about your safety and security living at home or that of a loved one, but don’t know what options
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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.

Mother's day photo
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Happy Mother’s Day

Celebrating Mother’s Day The mother and son bond between Gina and Yianni Anderson has only grown stronger since the pair joined forces working at ACH Group 18 months ago. Yianni said working with his Mum had made him appreciate her even more and
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International Nurses Day
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A day for the nurses

International Nurses Day 2024  This International Nurses Day, ACH Group wants to thank its more than 300 nurses who provide compassionate care to older South Australians. Among those nurses are Monika Taneja and Jenny Joseph who are both senior nurses at ACH Group’s
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Brodie, Exercise Physiologist, and Geoff, Home Care Package customer at ACH Group.
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Holistic approach to health with ACH Group

Holistic approach to health with ACH Group At ACH Group, our range of specialised allied health services and one-on-one or group programs are provided by professionals so you can exercise with confidence. If you are affected by a new health issue or an
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