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The Ageing Ideal podcast
Season 2: Out now
In this episode, we step into one of life’s most universal yet least discussed realities — death, dying and end of life care.
We hear why these conversations are often avoided, and what it costs when we don’t talk about how we want to live our final years.
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22 May 2026
Meaning in Life
What gives life meaning as we age? This episode explores purpose, connection, spirituality and self-reflection through heartfelt conversations with experts and lived experience voi
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Organisational
20 May 2026
Smiles per mile
Uniting AgeWell provides transport for older people in Ararat or Ballarat, with some trips further afield, even to Melbourne.
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Volunteers
19 May 2026
A special relationship
Chinthiya Jansz laughs that while Valentine’s Day is traditionally associated with roses, chocolates and romance, it was the start of an enriching new relationship in her life
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Volunteers
18 May 2026
A huge serving of kindness
Meet Wendy Witty, who has been volunteering with Meals on Wheels in Swan Hill for over 40 years has no plans to retire anytime soon.
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Volunteers
18 May 2026
A lifetime of meaning
Some things are difficult to put into words. The lilt in an older person’s voice as they chat about gardening or a favourite television show with a receptive listener.
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Volunteers
15 May 2026
Comfort and certainty at the end of life
Leonie Parsons is one of life’s organised people. Her former secretarial career means she’s good at ensuring that things run smoothly
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Residential Care
15 May 2026
Most Trusted Brand Home Care Vic/Tas for second consecutive year
Uniting AgeWell is proud to have once again been voted by Australian consumers
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Home and Community
12 May 2026
End of life matters
Living well into our final chapter is often contemplated but rarely discussed.
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Health and Wellness
12 May 2026
Living well together and apart
It’s raining faintly as Pam and Ralf Wolf enter The Cottage. There are a few pinpricks of water over the lenses of Pam’s glasses that catch the light as she turns to look behind he
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