Retirement Living

Everyone deals with things differently and it’s natural that many New Zealanders will be feeling uncertain, anxious or scared given the current situation. Here are some strategies to help you look after your mental health.

The Platform is asking for people and organisations to share their experiences and knowledge to the campaign, particularly if you or your organisation are actively trying to reduce ageism.

Sharon Bennett, Principal at the Retirement Unit Surrender Consultancy, shines a light on the confusing business of surrendering your ORA when exiting a retirement village.

This week is Sorted Money Week – an annual campaign aimed at raising New Zealanders’ financial capability by demystifying key money topics and providing open channels for discussion on a subject matter that is often seen as taboo. Sorted believe that financial wellbeing is a taonga/treasure that needs nurturing; for …

Kiwis living with allergies and respiratory conditions are being advised to be vigilant in watching for signs of mould growth in their home, with parts of the country experiencing higher than normal rain falls in recent months.

This year the Christchurch residents are celebrating 75 years as best friends. Their milestone coincides with the 10th International Day of Friendship on July 30, a United Nations initiative that promotes friendship between people, countries, cultures, and individuals as a way of inspiring peace efforts and building bridges between communities.

Sepsis (also known as “septicaemia” or “blood poisoning”) is a life-threatening complication of infection where the body’s immune response starts to damage its tissues and organs.

The 2021 – 2022 annual rates rebate programme is now underway.

The Office for Seniors has created the Age friendly Aotearoa New Zealand toolkit. It has been developed to assist local bodies and community groups wanting to know more about how to make their city, town or community more age friendly.

The office of Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson has released a report calling for a review of retirement village legislation to reset the balance of power between consumers and village operators.