Welcome to the Ageing Ideal!

It’s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.

This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.

The Ageing Ideal releases episodes monthly, so hit Follow now wherever you listen to podcasts, and make sure you don't miss an episode. 

 

 

The Ageing Ideal is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

Welcome to the Ageing Ideal!
It&rsquo;s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.
This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.
The Ageing Ideal releases episodes monthly, so hit Follow now wherever you listen to podcasts, and make sure you don't miss an episode.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal is produced for <a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell</a> by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

It’s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.

This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.

The Ageing Ideal podcast launches on Wednesday 12th February! Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode. 

 

 

The Ageing Ideal is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

It&rsquo;s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.
This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.
The Ageing Ideal podcast launches on Wednesday 12th February! Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal is produced for <a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell</a> by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

The Ageing Ideal

It’s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series. She explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences from older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.

This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.

 

The Ageing Ideal is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

It&rsquo;s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series. She explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences from older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector.
This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal is produced for <a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell</a> by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

Introducing: The Ageing Ideal

Ageing impacts the body in so many ways, with mental health and well-being often directly impacted. So, how can older Australians and carers stay on top of their mental health? What community services are available, and how is the aged care system training staff to manage well-being concerns?

For a well-rounded perspective, you'll hear from three guests deeply experienced in the space, including 
Joseph Ibrahim - Professor Aged Care Medical Research at the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care, La Trobe University
Victoria Jacques - Uniting AgeWell General Manager, Residential Services Victoria
Ken Rosenhain - retired social worker and volunteer with the Uniting AgeWell Social Connections Program

 

The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

Ageing impacts the body in so many ways, with mental health and well-being often directly impacted. So, how can older Australians and carers stay on top of their mental health? What community services are available, and how is the aged care system training staff to manage well-being concerns?
For a well-rounded perspective, you'll hear from three guests deeply experienced in the space, including&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Joseph Ibrahim - Professor Aged Care Medical Research at the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care, La Trobe University</li>
<li>Victoria Jacques&nbsp;- Uniting AgeWell General Manager, Residential Services Victoria</li>
<li>Ken Rosenhain - retired social worker and volunteer with the Uniting AgeWell Social Connections Program</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for <a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell </a>by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

Lets talk mental health

Many people are not fully prepared to care for an aging loved one. Host, Jacinta Parsons explores this dynamic and how the well-being of both parties can be addressed. 

This episode also explores the role of career carers, the importance of their role and continued support and development. 

Jacinta is in conversation with  84-year-old Lyn Hamilton and they discuss her time caring for her husband John, 89, as his dementia progressed and the impact on both of them after moving John into aged care.

Additionally, you'll hear from Meagan Thomas, Director of Home Care Services at Uniting AgeWell and Jo Wood, Senior Social Worker of the 'Residential Aged Care Well-Being' program at Care Guidance. Both women provide an on-the-ground, carers' perspective and a view from aged care leadership about enhancing the experience for all parties in the system.

 

The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

Many people are not fully prepared to care for an aging loved one. Host, Jacinta Parsons explores this dynamic and how the well-being of both parties can be addressed.&nbsp;
This episode also explores the role of career carers, the importance of their role and continued support and development.&nbsp;
Jacinta is in conversation with&nbsp; 84-year-old Lyn Hamilton and they discuss her time caring for her husband John, 89, as his dementia progressed and the impact on both of them after moving John into aged care.
Additionally, you'll hear from Meagan Thomas, Director of Home Care Services at Uniting AgeWell and Jo Wood, Senior Social Worker of the 'Residential Aged Care Well-Being' program at Care Guidance. Both women provide an on-the-ground, carers' perspective and a view from aged care leadership about enhancing the experience for all parties in the system.
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell </a>by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

When the going gets tough

Getting older does not mean your life has to stop, or that your impact needs to be less. 

In fact, it can be quite the opposite. Host, Jacinta Parsons discovers how two people in residential aged care are as busy as ever! More importantly, they're doing what they love and giving back to their communities. 

First, Jactina talks to Merv Stanton, a 97-year-old, retired Anglican Minister, who took on the task of brightening the garden in the aged care facility, his wife Margaret was at. This act of love turned into Merv taking on many volunteering roles at the home, which both he and the residents absolutely loved. Merv is a delight and a sterling example of making the most of your time, energy and efforts in later life. 

You'll also hear from 81-year-old Loretta Simmons OAM. She's a host on Golden Days radio and her commitment to community service throughout the years has seen her awarded with an OAM. A remarkable woman with a zest for life and a busy schedule, not much keep Loretta down.

Both stories reveal that choosing to carry on moving, volunteering and turning up is the best way to age your way. 

 

 

The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:

SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333

Getting older does not mean your life has to stop, or that your impact needs to be less.&nbsp;
In fact, it can be quite the opposite. Host, Jacinta Parsons discovers how two people in residential aged care are as busy as ever! More importantly, they're doing what they love and giving back to their communities.&nbsp;
First, Jactina talks to Merv Stanton, a 97-year-old, retired Anglican Minister, who took on the task of brightening the garden in the aged care facility, his wife Margaret was at. This act of love turned into Merv taking on many volunteering roles at the home, which both he and the residents absolutely loved. Merv is a delight and a sterling example of making the most of your time, energy and efforts in later life.&nbsp;
You'll also hear from 81-year-old Loretta Simmons OAM. She's a host on Golden Days radio and her commitment to community service throughout the years has seen her awarded with an OAM. A remarkable woman with a zest for life and a busy schedule, not much keep Loretta down.
Both stories reveal that choosing to carry on moving, volunteering and turning up is the best way to age your way.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for <a href="https://www.unitingagewell.org/">Uniting AgeWell </a>by:
<a href="soundcartel.com.au">SoundCartel</a> +61 3 9882 8333

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