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A life being resourceful pays off for a fellow village neighbour in need

What do you do when part of your Retirement Village neighbour’s skylight flies off during a cyclone? You replace it with a Bunnings umbrella, of course! When Cyclone Alfred loomed large on the south-east Queensland coast, TriCare Compton Gardens Retirement Village resident, Adrian De-Heer, was not expecting to rise to the status of Aspley in […]

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What is the difference between a retirement village and an over-50’s community?

Over-50’s communities have exploded across the country over the last ten years and are a popular downsizing decision for retirees. But how are they different to retirement villages? The over-50’s (or lifestyle communities) are very different to retirement villages. Here are some of the key differences: 1. Legislation Retirement villages operate under State retirement villages […]

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What is the difference between a retirement village and an aged care residence?

People often use the terms retirement village and aged care living interchangeably, but they’re actually very different. This confusion around retirement villages and aged care is common — and understanding the distinction can make a big difference when planning the next stage of life. In summary, a retirement village what TriCare offers, retirement living — […]

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Ever heard of the “Sandwich Generation”?

The “sandwich generation” describes the demographic (usually Gen X-ers) caught in the unique, challenging position of juggling the dual responsibility of raising children while simultaneously caring for ageing parents. The emotional, financial, and physical demands placed on this group are immense, but when we look closely, one trend often stands out: the burden of caregiving […]

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How do retirement villages work?

Buying into a retirement village is very different to buying a standard residential home. In a retirement village, you buy a “right to occupy” the unit, in the form of a long-term lease or licence. Your upfront payment is called an “ingoing contribution” and is kind of like a bond, in that it is repaid […]

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The Job Ready program that’s helping all generations at Stafford Lakes Retirement Village

The Holt Bolt program at TriCare Stafford Lakes is bridging generations, giving young people of all abilities real-world work experience while enriching the community. At TriCare’s Stafford Lakes Retirement Community, something wonderful is happening. Every Thursday morning, a group of bright, enthusiastic young people arrive, ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work. […]

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TriCare Aged Care - talk to parents about Aged Care

Should I stay at home or move to Residential Aged Care?

Navigating Aged Care: Home Care or Residential Aged Care? When it comes to caring for ageing loved ones, families can sometimes find themselves navigating a complex array of care choices. At TriCare, we understand the emotional journey of finding the right support, whether that’s considering home care packages or exploring Residential Aged Care options. Understanding […]

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Connecting through culture: Check out TriCare’s year-round calendar of celebrations

At TriCare, we’re committed to celebrating the many cultures that make up our diverse community. Here are some of our favourite celebrations we’ve enjoyed recently.

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