The Good Companion

07/05/2026

After an acquired brain injury, what does progress really look like? For many people living with ABI, progress is often found in the small everyday wins — building routine, preparing a meal with support, communicating needs more clearly, or feeling more confident at home and in the community. The important question is not only, “Are the support hours being filled?” A better question may be: Are the supports helping the person build confidence, routine, communication, and independence in daily life? At The Good Companion Australia, we provide personalized NDIS disability support with employed carers, thoughtful matching, and coordinator oversight. Further information: https://thegoodcompanion.com.au/disability-support/

27/04/2026

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