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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.

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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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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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.

winter wonderland, with paper snowflakes on table
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Embracing the winter wonderland

This winter, go beyond the tradition of celebrating Christmas in July In Australia, it has become a tradition to embrace the holiday spirit during the winter season by recreating the festive ambience of a traditional Northern Hemisphere winter. How can you enjoy winter,
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Charissa and Kym performing at Highercombe Residential Care Home
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Why ‘music IS life’

Music is life. It connects and inspires. In the vibrant world of singing and musical theatre, the phrase ‘music is life’ resonates deeply with performers who live and breathe the melodies that bring stories to life. For James, Charissa and Paul, the sentiment
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Cate Balfour-Ogilvy is the amazing Volunteer Services Manager at ACH Group, photographed here for an article about her amazing personality and committment
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Making a difference as the Volunteer Services Manager at ACH Group

Making a difference as the Volunteer Services Manager at ACH Group Some career pathways are straightforward, some are paved with little side quests, and some are a bit of both. If you believe that a career journey guides you to find the right
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