Perhaps it was shouting at a friend for coffee, helping an elderly neighbour carry groceries, or even just complimenting a stranger. They were having a miserable day. It’s not only your imagination; helping others will help you to raise your mood. We refer to it as the ripple effect: those little deeds of compassion radiating […]
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As an aged care social worker/counselor, I have seen firsthand the detrimental effects that isolation and loneliness can have on elderly individuals. As people age, they often experience significant life changes such as retirement, loss of loved ones, decreased mobility and independence, which may lead to a decrease in their social connections. Maintaining social connections
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Keeping healthy in retirement is an important factor that many retirees don’t take into consideration. The key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle is recognizing the need for change and proactively implementing it. After Retirement things to consider With retirement comes a lot of free time, and this free time doesn’t always lead to positive results.
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