Feros Stories

There's always something happening at Feros Care, whether it's how we're using technology to improve our clients' lives or the adventures of our clients and their care workers.

Here we have handpicked our favourite Feros stories, as well as blogs on travel, food, technology, health and wellness. It's all about helping you live a healthy and connected life!

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How to have the conversation about aged care with your parents?

Independence is a powerful emotion; it allows seniors to hold fast to their dreams and ambitions and it empowers them to live a meaningful and fulfilled life. However, it takes foresight to create a positive, secure and long-term future for your parents.

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The unspoken threat – How to be proactive about falls

Fiercely independent, socially active and free to do as you wish – what isn’t there to love about retirement? However at any age, life can throw you a curve ball in an instant. Learn why peace of mind (and a personal alarm) are the best medicine.

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Independent and loving it: Colleen’s story

For Colleen Maynard, keeping her independence means everything. Like so many Australian seniors, she loves where she lives - and wants to keep it that way for as long as she can.

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Senior poets launch their Gran Slam project at Byron Writers Festival 2019

Gran Slam is taking the art world by storm – the performance poetry masterclass and filmmaking project aimed at seniors is proving that the wordsmiths of wisdom still have a lot to say. And they're not afraid to say it! The project has launched at this year’s Byron Writers Festival.

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6 things you need to know about senior dating in 2019

For most of us, senior dating is no longer a taboo. Love is not something we ever stop seeking, and this often means going on first dates well into our 80s. So what does senior dating look like in the 21st century?

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The inside story – Nathan’s top 3 tips for maximising your NDIS plan

For many, the NDIS is new and possibly daunting. Nathan Maher has been there! He shares his story and his tips for making the most of your funding.

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Video games help senior Grand Gamers

Feros Village residents are battling against dementia in Grand Gamers project, as a study shows video games help to re-engage cognitive skills and improve memory.

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Feros Care Residential Villages focus on healthy bodies and healthy minds

Nutrition plays an integral part in our lives and in keeping us happy and healthy – this is even more so as we get older. Feros Care is proud to maintain a culture that places heavy significance on the food we provide to our residents.

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Music therapy unlocks long lost memories

Our Feros Village residents have been taking to the headphones in a ground-breaking program that is awakening long lost memories. Over the last week, they also got to enjoy more of music, with the local Stone & Wood Brewery team visiting the Wommin Bay Feros Village for an afternoon of karaoke.