Seniors
August 25, 2023, 7:22 am
Catzel feels on top of the world
The Sydneysider first made his mark as a masters swimmer by winning gold medals at the 2013 and 2017 Maccabiah Games in Israel.
By AJN STAFF
Esther Wise (centre) at the premier screening of her documentary "Never Forget" with her daughters Ruth Shafir and Brenda Ross.
July 27, 2023, 10:51 am
Survivor’s story becomes part of VCE curriculum
She tore up every photo, identification card and anything else she had into tiny pieces and put it in the toilet of the train she was on in France. But she kept the yellow star she had to wear during the war in France, showing that she was "juif" (a Jew).
By Mia Gardiner
The Kimberley Retirement Living offers just 20 apartments.
July 26, 2023, 6:50 am
A haven of unparalleled luxury and kosher living
What truly sets this retirement village apart is its unwavering commitment to meeting the unique needs of Jewish retirees.
By AJN STAFF
Screenshot from Vera Rudner's 100 Project film. Photo: The 100 Project
July 25, 2023, 7:27 am
Celebrating Australia’s centenarians
Australia's 100-year-olds were born when children rode horses to school (if they even attended) and penicillin didn't exist. They are a wealth of knowledge, experience and stories and it's important that we capture these as keepsakes.
By Jessica Abelsohn
80 per cent of Australians prefer to stay at home for as long as possible as they age. Photo: iStock.
July 5, 2023, 12:33 pm
Healthy ageing starts at home
...Macquarie University underscores the critical role of home-based support in promoting healthy ageing. The study reveals that each additional hour of service received per week is linked to a six per cent decrease in the risk of transitioning into permanent care.
By AJN STAFF
June 8, 2023, 12:17 pm
Smile On Seniors announce Charidy campaign
Smile On Seniors services more than 250 Jewish seniors across 12 non-Jewish facilities in Melbourne, with approximately 500 young volunteers, and collaborations with groups, schools and organisations.
By Hannah Schauder
Ribbon cutters, from left: Hayley Southwick, Peter Horovitz and Esther Frenkiel.
June 8, 2023, 12:04 pm
UIA welcomes residents to new Amigour home
Currently Amigour provides 6000 apartments in 57 homes for around 7500 residents. The need is constantly growing with approximately 27,000 elderly still lacking proper housing in Israel.
By Hannah Schauder
November 23, 2022, 5:30 pm
How to be scam-savvy
Scammers are professional criminals, using sophisticated tricks to dupe thousands of Australians every year.
September 11, 2022, 2:30 pm
Creativity is always on the menu
Food is about so much more than the ingredients on the plate.
By AJN STAFF
COA CEO Sabina Kovadlo with last year's parcel delivery.
September 11, 2022, 12:30 pm
The sweetest time of year
This year COA will be sending out almost 900 Rosh Hashanah gifts.
By AJN STAFF
Ernie and Leah Friedlander at a recent Chanukah event hosted by JewishCare.
March 30, 2022, 2:00 pm
A comprehensive offering for our seniors
Recently there has been an increase in people in the community seeking support from JewishCare's aged services team.
March 30, 2022, 1:00 pm
Living a life of dignity
KH-UIA donors can take comfort in knowing that Amigour residents go to bed at night and wake up in the morning feeling secure, with a roof over their head in their twilight years.
March 30, 2022, 12:00 pm
The humble origins of JNForever
"I have learned so much from our members, many of whom are Holocaust survivors or have faced tragedies. To see them enjoying time together has made all the hard work so worthwhile..."
Dorrit Mahemoff. Photo: Jimmy Pozarik
March 30, 2022, 11:50 am
Exceptional care during difficult times
As Australia dealt with the Omicron surge, JCA member organisations continued to provide exceptional services in the aged care space.
March 29, 2022, 4:30 pm
New mental health care for older people
Wolper Jewish Hospital has introduced a holistic approach to health - covering everything from medications review to mental health.
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