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Lockdown is tough. Here are five ways to find your creativity now.

Apr 6, 2020

Looking for ways to get creative while stuck at home? Here are a five simple ideas to brighten up your week.

Sophia’s six sure-fire ways to survive self-isolation

Mar 31, 2020

If you’ve tested positive for COVID-19 or have come into contact with someone who has the virus, you should be self-isolating for at least 14 days to prevent the spread. Isolation can impact on your mental health, but there are things you can do to make the experience better.

Get app-savvy during COVID-19

Mar 31, 2020

The Australian Government has released an official app with essential information about COVID-19. Find out more here.

We’re all in this boat together: A moving message to our older neighbours

Mar 30, 2020

We recently found this moving piece of writing by author Ann Voskamp. It speaks beautifully to seniors who might be struggling right now.

UPDATE: What’s changed, and what’s stayed the same?

Mar 30, 2020

For the safety of all involved, we’ve had to cancel our social groups and bus trips for older people. We will also need to restrict the services operating out of The Cottage Dementia Day Centre. We have also now closed our offices to the public and will be limiting face-to-face contact.

VIDEO: You are not alone

Mar 29, 2020

You are not alone. We’ve got your back – and we’ll get through this together. Enjoy this heartfelt video from our staff.

We have never lived through a time like this.

Mar 24, 2020

We have never lived through a time like this. The whole nation is feeling the impact of a serious health and economic risk. So it’s vital we keep connecting with one another. Getting creative with how we communicate has become more important than ever – and we’re up...

VIDEO: “I can confirm grown men do cry…”

Mar 24, 2020

Horns honking. Shoppers shouting. Drivers doing battle over car spots. Aggression is the flavour of the day. But we can reignite our sense of community – together.