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Golden years redefinedGolden years redefinedRetirement is now busier and better than ever Retirement is now busier and better than ever ■ ■ P2P2

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Most people imagineretirement to be a time toslow down and relax, but

that’s not how it worked out for Phil and Christine Mathers, of Taroona.

The couple, now certified seniors, are as active as ever, if not more so. The proactive pair believe the best way to stay happy and healthy through their senior years is to stay fit, active, busy and be surrounded by friends and family.

Christine, a former childcare worker at Taroona’s Possums Playcentre, said: “The key is to start retirement planning well before you leave work. You need a good financial plan and to think about what you want to do, including new objectives.”

For the Mathers, that included planning long-term projects and ongoing hobbies. “We renovated our house to start with, which was a

great exercise and very rewarding,” Christine said.

She also took up golf as a hobby,finding it a good way to meet people and learn new skills.

“I’d say most of the time I enjoymy golf,” she said. And while her game doesn’t always go to plan: “I always enjoy the four-hour walk in the fresh air!”

Another passion Christine enjoysis singing in a choir with a group of about 24 singers, who have become like one big happy family. She has also done Zumba with a friend on Saturday mornings for more than 10 years now.

The retiree said she and Phil alsoboth loved working around their garden together, growing fruit, vegies and flowers.

“We also do a lot of walking andcycling when there’s time,” she said.

In addition to keeping fit, Phil, a

former engineer with Hydro Tasmania, has made a conscious effort to keep his brain active in retirement. “Since retirement I actually did part-time consultancy work for about six years and I’ve written a couple of papers for the Institution of Engineers’ Heritage Group,” he said.

Some of his day-to-day activitiesinclude golf, a weekly exercise program for seniors, helping his neighbours and walking both locally and along his favourite tracks on Mt Wellington and beyond.

The couple both enjoy the Taroona foreshore and swim regularly in the summer, sometimes with their 86-year-old neighbour.

In retirement, the Mathers havetravelled to many destinations, including China, Cambodia, Norway, Hawaii, Canada, New Zealand and the east coast of the US, as well as

trips to mainland Australia, including several four-wheel-driving camping trips.

The couple has also found moretime for friends and family.

“Christine plays an important rolewith the grandkids, especially in their first four to five years where we can really help our kids out with their children,” Phil said.

“With our children moving into their own homes, I can help them with some of their projects.”

It is often said that in the workplace, happiness boosts productivity, but in retirement – particularly with the Mathers — it seems the opposite is true. Happier and busier than ever, they are the perfect example of how being productive equals contentment. Makes you wonder how they ever found time to fit work into their schedules. Words: Patrick Gee

Plan for retirementSpend more time on fun, fitness, family

Seniors Phil and Christine Mathers make the most of their retirement, keeping active and healthy with regular exercise. Picture: PATRICK GEE

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Making life at home more enjoyableWe understand how important your independence is to you. Our professional, dedicated staff can attend to your needs and help you retain the independence of living in your own home.

Whether you need short term help or ongoing support with regular activities, Corumbene Help at Home can assist with housekeeping, personal care, gardening, home maintenance and more.

For more information call 6261 7330 or visit www.corumbene.org.au.

THE Catholic Archdiocese of Hobart improves the lives of thousands of people across Tasmania every day through the good works of its organisations.

Catholic Church agencies operatewith a distinctive culture of care, inspired by the example of Jesus Christ, and guided by the church’s teachings.

Exponential growth in delivery ofservices has occurred in recent years, spurred on by the decision of governments to entrust the provision of social programs and services to Tasmanian Catholic agencies. The involvement of the church in these areas is done out of a fundamental concern for the poor, marginalised, and those at risk in the community.

The church seeks to offer not

delivery of programs and services to Tasmanians, and bequestors are invited to join the Archdiocesan recognition program named in honour of Bishop Robert Willson.

The Bishop Robert Willson Circleenables the Archdiocese of Hobart to thank you for your gift, in your lifetime. After you have looked after your loved ones, a gift in your will is a significant way for your legacy to live on into the future.

For a confidential discussion about how your legacy can be transformational to the lives of Tasmanians, call the Archdiocese of Hobart on 6208 6230 or email [email protected]

only the delivery of social services and spiritual nourishment, but importantly, also looks to approach people in a particular way.

The church teaches that every human being is precious, and that people are more important than material possessions. This gives the Catholic Church and its agencies a

distinguishing culture and spirit. Ever since the arrival of Hobart’s

first Bishop, Robert Willson, in Tasmania in 1844, philanthropic gifts have played a vital role in supporting the ministry of the Catholic Church. A bequest to the Archdiocese of Hobart will contribute to the continuation and

Leave caring legacy Bequests to the church can help improve lives

Bellerive-Lindisfarne parish priest Fr Peter O’Loughlin and (right) Bridgewater-Brighton parish priest Fr Leo Zenarosa embody the church’s culture and spirit.

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IN AUSTRALIA we can expect from 50-80 per cent of nursing home residents to have dementia. This is certainly the case for Masonic Care Tasmania, which was successful in a recent Improving Dementia Care proposal to the Masonic Centenary Medical Research Foundation.

The new $250,000 Improving Dementia Care Program is a collaboration between Masonic Care Tasmania, Masonic Centenary Medical Research Foundation and the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre. It will build on the not-for-profit organisations’ expertise in managing challenging behaviours in dementia care, further developing excellence in care, and looking at ways to model

new roles for graduates of the Bachelor of Dementia Care from the University of Tasmania.

The project will run over two years across three Masonic Care Tasmania aged-care sites, including two dementia specific units, and will explore how Bachelor of Dementia Care graduate Kim Page can shape a new model of dementia care in aged-care practice.

One exciting aspect will be the implementation of cutting-edge technology through a Nao robot set to transform engagement with residents. Its name is Elroy, and the dementia therapy robot will be usedto entertain and encourage social interaction. He will help bring residents out of their shells and

Focus on innovationTechnology boosts quality of life for dementia care

dispel any notion that age and cognitive impairment are a barrier to embracing technology to enhance quality of life.

With programming support fromstaff, Elroy will run music groups, exercise classes and a games hour, where residents will be encouraged to socialise. The robot uses Zora software, developed in Europe and specially designed for aged care.

He can move, feel, hear, speak,see, connect and think, giving him a friendly, playful, patient and active personality.

Elroy has been designed to complement and improve quality of care, not replace staff. Importantly,

the robot is intended to be personalised. Staff will be able to add content to enrich his personality and help him develop new skills and know-how.

We can’t wait to see how this new form of therapy will enhance the wellbeing of those living with dementia in Masonic Care Tasmania’s Homes.

New dementia unitIn other news, Masonic Care Tasmania’s new Balfour Wing at Peace Haven in Launceston opened with great success recently. This secure contemporary dementia unit accommodates 16 residents.

Care resident Margaret (left) meets Elroy the therapy robot for the first time.


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“It’s called future-proofing,” he said. “Homes built now should have features that can be adapted as people get older or become disabled, rather than traditional homes where it costs a fortune to try and adapt. We commend this company for its vision and drive to create a modern home that is attractive as well as functional.”

The cost to the homeowner of including key livable housing design features is 22 times more efficient than retro-fitting when an unplanned need arises. Sharon says it will cater for all stages of life.

“It gives the owner the option tostay forever and not have to go to a retirement home or care facility,” she said.

Public open days will be held in the coming months. The display home is in the new subdivision that was formerly K&D Brickworks and is now called Garrington Park.

MEMBERS of the disability community, and local, state and federal government representatives were recently invited to New Town to view the frame stage of what is set to become a game-changer in the housing construction market.

Local builders Sharon and PeterOverton from Lifetime Homes are building Tasmania’s first universal access display home – specifically designed for easy living for people with disabilities or those planning their retirement.

“We believe homes should be built above the minimum standard and be suitable for all ages and abilities,” said Peter, a builder with more than 20 years’ experience.

“It is why we have designed thishome, that we call the Lifetime SmartHome, to the platinum level of the Livable Housing Design Guidelines. We are the only builders in the state to build a display home to this standard.” And with Tasmania having one quarter of the state’s population living with disability — the highest in the

country — demand is sure to be high. The SmartHome has more than

30 accessible features — for those with a disability now, as well as built-in features that can be activated if needed at a later time.

Some of these features includewider doors and hallways,

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CLARENCE Lifestyle Village offers a fresh new way of community living for independent people who are too young to retire from life.

With more than 100 residents already enjoying the lifestyle within the village, we have created a

wonderful, secure community where activities and outings are enjoyed on a daily basis and many new friendships have been created.

Services such as physiotherapy,podiatry, massage and hairdressing are on site regularly for added

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Fresh lease on lifeTHE popular annual Tasmanian Seniors Week activities program, held from October 16-22, features an overarching “outdoors” theme this year, where participants are encouraged to attend events across Tasmania’s abundant parks and reserves.

Seniors Week organiser, Councilon the Ageing (COTA) Tasmania, has collaborated with the state’s

Out and aboutFind the ‘great’ in the outdoors

Parks and Wildlife Service to encourage the development of new outdoor events to be held during Seniors Week. The collaboration formally commenced with a large official launch event at the popular Mt Field National Park near Hobart on October 2.

Specially chartered busloads ofpatrons enjoyed the varied activities offered on the day, including storytelling, discovery tours, guided walks to the famous Russell Falls, information sessions, poetry and music from Gina Mercer and flautist Lynne Griffiths, and a special concert by nationally acclaimed Aboriginal entertainer, Dewayne Everettsmith, supported

by Uncle Dougie Mansell.“Tasmania has an abundance of

stunning, world-class parks and reserves, with many just a few minutes from major population areas,” says COTA CEO Sue Leitch.

“We have learned that many Tasmanians aren’t aware just how easily accessible and ‘senior friendly’ many of our parks and reserves are.

“Our research identified an appetite among patrons for more outdoor, gentle leisure options during Seniors Week.

“So we are very pleased to say that there a number of these types of events in our 2017 Seniors Week program.”

However, while getting outdoorsis a special focus, the statewide Seniors Week program again provides a wide variety of events, ranging from light exercise and sports to music and singalongs and from creative arts and tours to “how-to” information sessions. The 96-page official events guide details all events by region and alphabetical suburb/town order and again features the popular Daily Planner section.

The Seniors Week Events Guideis available from LINCs, libraries, Service Tasmania shops, Community Health Centres, Australia Post shops and selected pharmacies.


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Village life calls

THEY say it takes a village toraise a child, and this is a keyconcept being increasingly

adopted by aged-care facilities, reflecting the vital role of the community and the importance of maintaining social connections as we age. As we grow old, so does our need to connect with, and contribute to, the world around us.

Connecting people in the community with aged-care residents is vital for maintaining our social connections. Regular interactions between the generations is a part of engaging with the community as we deliver an effective Leisure and Lifestyle program for residents at our five facilities. Leisure and Lifestyle

staff, in conjunction with nurses and carers, plan and supervise a weekly program of activities for residents where participation with younger people is encouraged.

OneCare’s residential facility in Glenorchy, Barossa Park Lodge, enjoys an effective partnership with their younger neighbours, The Tiny Tackers Childrens Centre, as well as students from nearby Springfield Gardens Primary School, who visit frequently.

Such groups of children participating at the facility are not only important for developing the social connections of our residents, the children also thrive when they have the opportunity to learn from, and share with, others.

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Their ongoing participation canalso play an integral role in a child’s learning and social development.

The children are able to developand enhance their communication

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Barossa Park Lodge resident Lorraine Glover with Aliyah Leszczynski from Tiny Tackers Childrens Centre.


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• Bishop Davies Court, 27 Redwood Road Kingston, Friday Oct 20, 10 – 12pm. For more information call 6283 1100.

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Sue Graves, the clinical care manager at Barossa Park Lodge, is a long-term contributor at OneCare and has more than 20 years of service in the aged-care sector. For her, the numerous benefits for residents in aged-care facilities are evidenced when connecting with children in their community.

While some residents have theability to interact through visiting family and friends to maintain their social connections, Sue says “combining the two groups has allowed residents who may not have grandchildren close by to interact with the younger generation; equally, children who may not have grandparents nearby form friendships with the residents”.

Encouraging resident participation in shared activities such as reading and singing creates a common ground between the residents and young people as we

see a bringing together of the generations.

A simple conversation allows fortrust to be developed and real connections can therefore be made, both of which are essential for building friendships between people of any age.

For our residents it provides purpose and meaningfulness, with particular benefits to the elderly.

The positive outcomes for residents living with dementia are particularly significant, with the ability to recall memories through music-based activity and the simple presence of the children.

Learning from our younger agegroups can be an uplifting experience for residents as they are positively engaged and stimulated. We encourage local children’s groups and aged-care facilities to develop strong community links in a mutually beneficial partnership.

company of the students, it is the students who are eager to interact with residents, valuing the opportunity to make a difference in an older person’s life. Children are

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One of Millingtons’ above-ground burial crypts, at the Cornelian Bay Cemetery.

TWO exciting new options to move into St Ann’s Living are on offer, and they come with the gift of no electricity costs for two years.

We have a few strata-titled two-bedroom units you can move into now, starting from $265,000, or you can design your own new home and choose a block with a view. It’s up to you, but the best option is to visit the village and see for yourself.

Set on the banks of the iconic Derwent River, St Ann’s Living offers you a lifestyle that will keep you happy and active. Independent living units are available for you to move into today, plus there’s a 100-bed residential aged-care facility on site should any of your family need this service in the future.

With no rates paid by you, and the added convenience of a hairdresser, beauty salon, community centre, free caravan parking and the Verve Lounge restaurant, all located within the

village, you may feel like a paying guest, but remember, you are not — you are an owner.

How do we look after the seniorsin Tasmania? Well, we understand that electricity costs have increased dramatically during the last few years, and we want to help where we can. So up until December this year, we are offering to assist you with these costs during the next two years.

If you select a unit and pay a $1000 fully refundable holding deposit prior to December 31, 2017, and move in prior to December 31, 2018, you will have all electricity costs incurred from your chosen unit paid by St Ann’s Living for a period of 24 months from the date of your settlement to a maximum of $5000 in total.

Once again, St Ann’s Living is looking after seniors in Tasmania

Call 1800 083 783 or visit stannsliving.com.au.

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Millingtons are in a unique position in southern Tasmania to have ownership of several cemeteries, allowing us to provide you with every option in funeral and cemetery services.

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We understand that Electricity costs have increased dramatically over the last few years and we want to help where we can. So up until December this year we are offering to assist you over the next 2 years with these costs.

If you select a unit and pay $1,000 fully refundable holding deposit prior to December 31st 2017 and move in prior to December 31st 2018, you will have all electricity costs incurred from your chosen unit paid by St Ann's Living for a period of 24 months from the date of your settlement to a maximum of $5,000 in total.

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TRAVEL author Ann Rickardgives us her top 10 reasons tolove the south of France in

summer, a place she returns to year after year.

The climate: The south has 300 days of sunshine a year, with average summer temps in the high

20s and early 30s. You would have to be unlucky to visit in summer and not be bathed in sunshine.

The language: Is there another language that sounds so gorgeous? You’ll enjoy being surrounded by its lyricism. Within a day of a visit you’ll be chorusing “bonjour” and “merci”

to everyone you encounter.

The countryside: Yellow sunflowers at every turn, leafy plane trees lining back roads, mauve fields of lavender shimmering, red poppies dancing on the roadside and endless rows of lush grapevines . . . Happiness everywhere and

reassurance you are in the south of France.

The wine: It’s very good and cheap. Supermarket shelves are stacked with wines with labels that bring to mind regions you have only dreamt about. We love buying wine from the co-operatives in the

10 reasons to love FranceWine, dine and embrace the

country’s southern glamour

With 300 days of sunshine a year, the south of France is always bright, with picturesque gems such as Menton basking in the glorious rays.

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countryside, where the wine is pumped from a vat into a container, as you would pump petrol into your car. For just a few euros you can fill your container with five litres of good stuff.

The dining: It is hard to find a dud meal, even in modest establishments. The French love local produce cooked without fuss, vegetables take centre stage, and the excellent bread is free and keeps coming. Most bistros and cafes have pix fixe menus of three courses at reasonable cost, which means you know what you’ll pay before you eat, and the house wine by the pichet (jug) barely adds to the cost.

The towns and villages: Some of the prettiest villages are found in the south, from the rocky spectacle of Gordes and Les Baux to the leafy charm of St Remy and the red-earth vibrancy of Roussillon. Then there are the towns of Avignon, with its gothic Palais des Papes (where the Popes lived during the 14th century), and the Roman amphitheatres

in Nimes and Arles. L’Isle sur la Sorgue is called the Venice of Provence for its many canals and waterways. In smaller villages, such as Menerbes and Bonnieux, the petanque players will put you right in the heart of Peter Mayle (A Year in Provence) country.

The cheese: Oui, sil vous plait. With more varieties than there are days in the year, you’ll be in a frenzy. Start with the familiar — a soft camembert, a runny brie — and build up to daring varieties with names you can’t pronounce (try a munster and then a saint nectaire, followed by a roquefort). Better still, set a goal to try a new-to-you cheese every day of your visit.

The history: The Romans swept through much of France 2000 years ago

and left a legacy that exists in many parts today. A standout is the three-tiered Pont du Gard, the aqueduct the Romans built to carry water from a spring in Uzes to Nimes, 50km away — an engineering marvel that astounds.

The patisseries: Even if you don’t own a sweet tooth, you will love standing at the window of any patisserie. Almond croissants, macrons, pain au chocolat, mille-feuille, tarte-tatine, citron and strawberry tarts . . . the pastries are displayed as though they were precious jewels. Give in. Don’t even try to resist.

The beaches, the glam: Nice, St Tropez, Villefranche, Cap Ferrat . . . you don’t have to say another thing.

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(Clockwise, from top left) Beautiful gardens roam the region, including at the hospital courtyard in Arles; history is also on show in the town of St Paul de Venice, including in the town’s doorways; and the Saint-Benezet Bridge at Avignon.

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THIS INCLUDES:

• Equipment for daily living• Communication and technology• Changes to your environment (access and design)

The right equipmentcan make life easier

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The technique was endorsed bythe Australian Medical Association of Tasmania last year, and was previously only available through ear, nose and throat surgeons.

Bookings for your 30-minute appointment can be made through the Earworx website, earworx.com.au, or by calling Earworx directly on 0475 841 033.

guidelines recommend an ear wax check every 3-6 months for hearing aid wearers.

“Where the use of softening drops at home is not effective, or where a dry technique is preferred, we can help,” says director and founder Lisa Hellwege.

“Few people realise the ear is actually a self-cleaning organ. The use of cotton buds or other implements in the ears can actually

push wax further down the canal, often worsening symptoms.

“We work alongside general practitioners, audiologists and the general public to provide a safe and effective wax removal service where experience and qualifications are paramount,” Lisa explains.

Earworx, a service that proudlyemploys only registered nurses who are qualified in the process,

WHY should we worry about ear wax?

Most of the time, we don’t needto. Ear wax is a naturally occurring substance that protects and lubricates the ear canal.

But for up to 15,000 Tasmanians,ear wax can build up to the point of leading to unwanted symptoms such as loss of hearing, ringing in the ears, a feeling of fullness, itching and pain.

Obstructions such as hearing aidstend to exacerbate ear wax build-up. Nestled inside your ears, hearing aids prevent your ear wax’s natural pathway out. A build-up of wax behind a hearing aid can cause the aid to not seal properly or lead to whistling noises from feedback.

Audiologists, who work with clients to help them preserve, manage and improve their hearing, may recommend removal of impacted wax prior to the taking of an ear impression, or performing a hearing test. Meanwhile, updated

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your average home unit, you can live aboard as long as you like.

So why not skip the gardening, lose the power bills and move aboard permanently?

You want to leave a bit of your hard-earned to the kids, don’t you?

Well here’s how: buy new. Newboat, new systems, minimal maintenance and replacement costs compared with buying pre-loved.

Reputable brands hold their value, so you get all the benefits:

your own choices of decor, instrumentation and options, plus a high percentage of your money back when you sell.

A favourable exchange rate means this is an excellent time to buy new.

Paul Nanscawen from Boat SalesTasmania has noticed a rise in sales to retirees who want senior years that are rich in lifestyle and experiences, and who realise the time to act is now.

Give him a call to learn more.

DO YOU aim to idle away retirement — or make every day count?

Don’t really see yourself as a greynomad kind of retiree?

Well, Tasmania has some of thefinest waterways in Australia, so why not explore them from the deck of your own boat?

We’re talking about a real boat too, with all the comforts of home, such as the renowned Jeanneau sail or power craft.

Jeanneaus can be found in everyharbour of the world, and are a popular choice for members of the cruising fraternity.

With performance, quality build

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Is one of you a bit past sailing? Not as nimble as you’d like to be? After something more substantial?

The Integrity range of powerboats is descended from a long line of seaworthy, trawler-style hulls.

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sausage sizzle, Devonshire tea, live music and guest speakers, free health checks, family friendly activities, plus more than 25 stalls

from Tasmania’s leading health and wellbeing organisations,”Ms Pollard said.

“Servicing rural and regional

GETTING older is something that we all dread going through, but at South Eastern Community Care (SEC Care), they believe it is something that should be celebrated. Which is why this year for COTA’s 2017 Seniors Week, SEC Care is hosting their second Community Expo.

Scheduled for Saturday, October 21, the SEC Care Community Expo will pay homage to our Tasmanian seniors, the health services industry and the wider Tasmanian community.

SEC Care CEO Helen Pollard saidfollowing the success of their first expo last year, the not-for-profit organisation was excited to do it again, with more stalls, more helpful information on healthand wellbeing, and more family friendly activities.

“The expo will feature a free

parts of southern Tasmania, every day we see how important our elders are in our Tasmanian communities and we feel privileged to be able to put together an expo in their honour.”

SEC Care is a Tasmanian not-for-profit organisation that provides quality community care to people of all ages.

They have supported people tolive independently in their homes and community for more than 45 years. For more information on SEC Care, visit the website: secommunitycare.com.au.

The SEC Care Community Expowill be held on Saturday, October 21, from 11am–2pm, at 12 Somerville St, Sorell (opposite Banjo’s Bakery Cafe).

Each year, in honour of Tasmanian seniors, the aged-care industry joins the Tasmanian community to celebrate COTA’s Seniors Week.

Seniors Week 2017 runs from October 16-22.

For more information, or info onactivities for Seniors Week, visit cotatas.org.au/programs-events/sw2017/.

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Community programs co-ordinator Lee Marsh says research shows that remaining socially connected, active and independent at home is extremely important as people age.

“Uniting AgeWell’s focus is on supporting seniors to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence at all stages of life, and to remain valued members of their communities,” Ms Marsh says.

GUS Augustin is blossoming in his community thanks to the care and support he receives at home from Uniting AgeWell.

Following a stroke in 2012 thatleft him with aphasia, a language disorder that impairs the expression and understanding of language, including the ability to read and write, Gus started receiving a home-care package from the leading not-for-profit aged-care provider. The support has enabled him to continue living independently and doing the things that are most important to him — including gardening at a local community garden.

Gus’s son, Jacques Augustin, saidUniting AgeWell’s home-care support enabled his father to remain independent and connected with the things he loved.

“Dad is independent enough to live by himself, but can also access

extra help from Uniting AgeWell when he requires,” Jacques said.

“His home-care staff organise taxis for him to attend appointments and social activities as he requests.”

Gus has a wide network of friends and also attends social and therapy support groups through Uniting AgeWell, including a specialist stroke group.

Uniting AgeWell provides home-care packages to seniors across Hobart to enable them to live and age well at home. Support can include assistance with household chores, personal care, transport to appointments, help with shopping, or a friendly catch-up.

A client adviser works with clients to identify goals, preferences and interests, and develop a plan of care to help optimise life at home and in the community.

Gus right at homeIt’s all about independence

As Tasmania’s largest not-for-profit aged-care provider, Uniting AgeWell also has a range of residential aged-care and social housing options throughout the state for people needing different levels of care and support.

For more information about home care, social support, carer respite and residential care, contact Uniting AgeWell on 1300 783 435 or visit unitingagewell.org.

Gus Augustin, and many other clients in his situation, continue to be able to live independently thanks to Uniting AgeWell.


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THE District Nurses have been providing community nursing and in-home support for people of all ages for more than 120 years.

It is one of Tasmania’s oldest andbest-loved community organisations.

The District Nurses now have offices in Launceston, Burnie and Hobart and deliver their services statewide.

The District Nurses’ purpose is “Committed to Care“, and all their services are designed to help people stay healthy and independent in their own homes and community.

Services that can be provided byThe District Nurses include specialised nursing, assistance with household tasks, help with showering and dressing, foot care and wound management, gardening and maintenance, social support, end-of-life care and respite. Services delivered by The

District Nurses are provided through programs including the state-financed Home and Community Care program for people under 65, and the commonwealth-financed Community Home Support Program for people over 65.

Services are also provided for eligible people with a Home Care Package, and through the Department of Veterans Affairs and National Disability Insurance Scheme.

“All of the services we provide can also be purchased privately for a fee, with no referrals or waiting lists,” said chief executive Kim Macgowan.

“For example, we have seen an increasing demand from people who need additional support for their parents or relatives when they go on holidays. The District Nurses’ Private Services is ideally placed to provide these one-off or short-term services.

Committed to careHealth services just one way nurses help

“As an organisation we are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

“This is reflected in the programswe offer, such as our wellness program, Staying Active Staying Independent (SASI). This delivers nutritional advice, an exercise program and fall-prevention strategies. The program helps to

build people’s strength and confidence to perform everyday tasks of living.

“The provision of aged care anddisability support services has changed significantly during recent years.

“The District Nurses are here tohelp people get the services that they need and want.”


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The not-for-profit organisation isfunded by the federal and state governments to enable independence and social inclusion for the over 65s, and for people with a disability.

When discussing the new socialoutings program, CEO Lyndon Stevenson said: ‘‘These social outings are a great way for people to get out of their homes.

‘‘The research tells us the best

way for the older members of our society to remain healthy is for them to stay engaged within our society, and we know that transport is a big part of this.

‘‘We want our clients to be able to

WITH the weather warmingand our toes thawing,CTST — Community

Transport Services Tasmania — are expanding their service with new commuter vehicles ready to take clients on social outings.

CTST provides door-to-door transport services for Tasmanians over 65 who are deemed isolated or at risk of being isolated, and those who are disadvantaged and unable to access transport.

Clients are driven by a volunteerdriver and you pay a nominal fee towards recovering expenses such as fuel and vehicle maintenance.

Vehicles are replaced between 5-7 years and are serviced regularly.

The volunteer drivers must havea working with vulnerable people card and are subject to a police check.

Driven to help othersVolunteers on the move to connect seniors

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have access to the many great activities and opportunities within our vibrant community.’’

As well as medical appointments,CTST can provide transport to sporting events, fairs, markets,

lunches, shopping, and even the traditional Sunday drive.

For those who have found themselves with a bit more time on their hands, CTST are always on the lookout for new drivers. Driving is a

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great way to keep busy, remain connected to the community and meet new people. You will be given a uniform, undertake a small training course and be supported by a team of regional co-ordinators to

ensure you are able to get clients where they need to be.

If you feel you may be eligible forthe service and would like to be transported, or want information on volunteering, call 1800 781 033.

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TRACEY JOHNSTONESENIORS NEWS

SENIORS are taking to the digital era by switching from cash and cheques to digital payment methods, with card transactions doubling since 2007.

The 2016 Reserve Bank’s triennial Consumer Payments Survey shows debit and credit cards are the most frequent means of payment, overtaking cash.

In 2007, cash payments accounted for 70 per cent of transactions. In 2016 they account for 37 per cent.

However, while tap-and-go is increasingly the choice for lower-value transactions and direct debits are being used more frequently, cash is still used regularly in households aged 50 and older.

The amount of cash carried in the65 and over age group was about $95, more than twice that being carried around by people in other age groups.

Our use of cheques is declining,with the RBA reporting a decline in the past decade of about 13 per cent. In 2007 the RBA reports cheques represented about 2 per cent of payments by consumers aged 65 and over. In 2016 it has fallen to less than 1 per cent.

Older Australians are moving towards internet banking as they gain confidence in electronic payment options.

The survey found internet use among older Australians is rising, and their largest single use of the internet is for online banking.

About 40 per cent of survey respondents aged 65 and over used online payments in the 2016 survey week, compared with just 5 per centin 2007.

Using a mobile phone app for payment is considered a relatively new option.

It is gaining momentum though,with a noticeable increase in online and person-to-person payments.

But don’t sit back and relax, as there is another change on its way this month.

The new payments platform is described as a world-class platform for payments that will allow for money and data to move between bank accounts instantaneously.

The word from the RBA is the NPP will allow for simply addressed payments with near real-time funds availability to consumers 24/7.

Payment messages will be ableto carry more remittance information than the 18 characters currently available for direct entry payments.

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“We have become individualisticand I see family breakdowns, not only on Bathurst Island, but also in my own family,” she said. “We seem to be forgetting that the core of society is family, and I think individualism is wrecking it.”

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answer for this problem: respect. The senior members of the Bathurst Island community are gravely concerned about the loss of language and culture, and the loss of respect for the elders.

“Respect has to come back intothe vocabulary of all of us. Once that respect goes, what have we got?” she said.

Sister Anne Gardiner remains proud of her faith and of the Tiwi people's willingness to safeguard their language and culture.

Below left: Anne in her earlier days.

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AUSTRALIA’S Senior Citizen ofthe Year in 2017, Anne Gardiner, is on the move,

using her national profile to benefit the Tiwi indigenous community on Bathurst Island.

As a result of this award and through the generosity of Richard Rolfe OAM, the dealer principal at the Audi Centre Canberra, Sister Anne has been given a four-wheel-drive scooter that will allow her to activate a new project where she will meet and talk to every Tiwi person between the ages of 18 and 35 about self-esteem, motivation and mutual respect.

“I will sit down and talk to the people to see if I can help them to understand the world that they are living in,” she said.

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in their own right. Their ideas have got to be listened to. Let’s give them a fair go.

“I will be able to take what theytell me, decipher it and then say, if the Tiwi people allow me to do it, these are their thoughts regarding the situation they are finding themselves in.”

Sister Anne is understated in heracceptance of her award, but when it comes to the Tiwi people she has no qualms about using the award to

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She is also calling on medical professionals to make the time to sit down with the Tiwi people to talk to them about their health.

“They have leaders in their owncommunity,” she said.

“They have to look at this very seriously and say, ‘what can we do to better our health?’ ”

Sister Anne is seeing the

community elders starting to take charge of trying to turn around their problems, by working on the younger generations to retain the Tiwi language and culture.

In support of these communityelders, in March she handed custodianship of the people’s Patakijiyali Museum to a group of four “strong” women so they could

continue to collect and preserve Tiwi artefacts and stories. She still has a connection to the museum through the family tree project, where each family will receive a copy of their family tree.

“The women are working on computers, trying to get the family trees finished. They are also working on storybooks and a

calendar for next year,” she said.Before her reign as Senior

Australian of the Year finishes in January, Sister Anne wants to see one thing change among the Tiwi community: she wants to see respect return for its elders.

“If they can respect themselvesfirst, then they will really know who they are,” she said.

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A mutually rewarding relationship exists between Eileen and the institute – she continues to be creative, and helps with needs such as staging and art supplies.

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