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General Health
Here’s what happens if you neglect your physical health
Staying fit during these times can be hard but we've got plenty of simple tips to help keep you acti ...
Retirement Living
7 common retirement living myths
There are quite a few misconceptions floating about when it comes to retirement villages, so let’s ...
General Health
10 foods that fight inflammation of joints (arthritis)
At present, there is no cure for arthritis, but one way you can try to manage arthritis-related cond ...
Home Care
Home Care Package funds: what can they be used for?
A Home Care Package is a coordinated package of care and services to help you to live independently ...
Healthy Living
8 tips for gardening in winter
While it may be cold outside, don’t let that deter you from getting stuck into the garden. ...
Recipes
Osso Bucco
Osso Bucco is easier than you think! Impress your family and friends when you cook up a storm with t ...
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Wellbeing
10 benefits of exercise for mental health
We all know that exercise is important for our physical wellbeing, but have you considered the benef ...
Residential Aged Care
What is aged care and 5 signs it’s time to consider it
This guide breaks down some of the key aged care services offered and looks at some of the signs tha ...
Home Care
Signs it’s time to apply for (or upgrade) your home care package
In this article we explore the signs which might indicate it's time to apply for or upgrade home car ...
Dementia
What is vascular dementia?
In this article we look at vascular dementia, its symptoms and treatment options available. ...
Healthy Living
Summer safety: Tips for seniors
We can’t control the weather but we can take practical steps to staying cool, safe and hydrated du ...
Healthy Living
6 Fun Things to Do in Retirement
Whether you’re about to retire, have just retired, or it’s been a few years since you did, it ca ...
Residential Aged Care
11 benefits of working in aged care
Working in aged care is one of the most rewarding career paths in the health care sector. ...
Giving Back
The power of volunteering
To celebrate National Volunteer Week 2018 (21-27 May) IRT recognised its volunteers by launching an ...
Wellbeing
6 ways to empower older adults
If you have an older person in your life, one of the most caring things you can do is help them feel ...
Healthy Living
10 great sports for seniors
There’s nothing quite like the sense of personal satisfaction and camaraderie to be found when exe ...
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Services & Support
At IRT, we're here to help guide you no matter your journey. Find handy tips and information to help ...
Mind, Body & Wellbeing
Mind, Body & Wellbeing
Understand what makes for optimum physical and mental health and the simple steps you can take to li ...
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