The Good Companion

06/09/2024

Sokola Radonic’s ageing secret!

Sokola Radonic is a homemaker in Zagreb, Croatia. She is aged 101 at the time of writing and she confirms Mr Cheng’s findings.

“What contributed to my longevity? Nature, food, singing in a choir until my 80s, and dancing,” she told The Guardian in a report on centenarians.

“You need to have lots of patience and to endure some things. You shouldn’t quit right away. For happiness, health is the most important – and love for other people. Wealth is in last place.”

You can read about the secrets of other centenarians https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/feb/18/100-centenarians-100-tips-for-a-life-well-lived (Source Article https://nationalseniors.com.au/news)

What’s the secret to making it into triple figures? Never stay stuck in the past, keep a diary … and dance while you still can

03/09/2024

Diverse cultures, one universal act: here’s what caring looks like in different corners of the globe
Caring for our loved ones is a universal act of kindness and devotion, yet the way it’s approached can differ greatly across various cultures and countries. And while the act of caring transcends cultural boundaries, the way it is practiced can vary dramatically from one culture – and country – to another.

We look at how caring differs around the globe, exploring how different cultures care for their loved ones.

14/08/2024

We reviewed the health habits of centenarians. These 4 things could lead to a longer life!

The number of centenarians around the world rose from 151,000 in 2000 to 573,000 in 2021. People are living longer, and we can expect to see more people reach 100 in the years to come.

Centenarians exemplify successful ageing, often experiencing fewer chronic diseases and...

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29/07/2024

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/aged-care-bed-supply-at-a-crisis-juncture-report/news-story/4a36064b29809b6e576bc0cd30f9511b

Three in four of the nation’s 2600 nursing homes face years of sustained financial losses if the Albanese government fails to act on the funding recommendations of its own aged-care taskforce, a new analysis warns.

12/05/2024

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09/05/2024

Adelaide South Australia - Goodwood Community Centre is celebrating Community Centre Week next week 13-19 May 2024

09/05/2024

Don't put up with what you don't want to put up with!

15/04/2024

Nurses circa 1960s!

09/04/2024

https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/australians-could-end-up-working-into-their-70s/vi-BB1ljK6Y?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=7823f46b2e74431d82f45982d3ce7967&ei=32

Australians are working longer and retiring more gradually, meaning many people may work into their 70s.

08/04/2024

For this National Geographic photo shoot, Angelina Jolie did not bathe for 7 days because bees are sensitive to smells and will not sting when the smell is too strong.
Thousands of bees were flying around the actor during the photo shoot.
The session was held in honor of World Bee Day, with Angelina Jolie posing with bees for 18 minutes... a noble and risky gesture to honor the insects that play a fundamental role in our nature.

06/04/2024

Nostalgia!
Fresh air and sunlight were the medicine of choice before vaccines and medications were available to treat tuberculosis (TB).
Sanatorium facilities were set up to treat TB and used the principles of
isolation, fresh air, exercise, and good nutrition to get their patients well again.
These boys were pictured in the early 1900s during a sun exposure treatment at the Cashmere Hills Sanatorium in Christchurch.
Medication for TB had advanced by the 1940s, and all sanatoriums were closed by the 1960s.
National Library: 1/2-154636-F

04/04/2024

Counting our blessings!

04/04/2024

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The ‘Keep Cash’ movement is growing across Australia, and NSA is at the forefront of advocating for banknotes and coins to continue moving through the economy.

02/04/2024

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