ageing

Would you pass this financial literacy quiz? Many won’t, and that’s affecting expensive aged care decisions.

A survey of Victorian women finds most believe the cost of non-medical egg freezing procedures should be supplemented by the healthcare system.

There is a significant group of men whose future advanced care will depend on chance or the decision-making of others. 

Australian policies and programs need to support older people’s desire to live and thrive in their community by providing suitable housing, accessible footpaths, accessible shopping strips, health services and transportation.

For the first time in history, we have four generations working together. We need to make the most of it.

Ageing is a growing challenge for government, and this year’s federal budget includes new spending to help older Australians remain healthier and enjoy increased choice about care.

Policy wonks have gathered in frosty Melbourne to take the nation’s economic temperature. Things could be worse, but there are plenty of risks on the horizon. Do we need to convince Australians to work for longer, and make it easier to go back to study?

Complaints about aged care services will now be entirely handled and investigated by an independent commission, as recommended by the Productivity Commission in its far-reaching 2011 reform blueprint.

We all know the policy challenges of an ageing population, but what are the opportunities? The Reserve Bank’s assistant governor calls for an element of risk-taking.

Having purpose in retirement is important to public servants. Lifestyle options around future work, volunteering, travel, housing and location have major implications for financial planning.