Village Life

Earlier this month, Minister for Seniors Dr Ayesha Verrall launched the Better Later Life Action Plan, which sets out a pathway for a better future for older New Zealanders.

Where from Here is all about empowering people to journey through this stage of life by giving them the tools needed to make decisions that are right for them.

In the face of such uncertainty, it’s normal to struggle to see what good can come out of a situation. Online health and wellbeing app Mentemia explains that optimism is a strategy that can help us all see a way forward more clearly.

Even in times of crisis, people have human rights that safeguard their dignity.

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 …

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

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.