The Ageing Ideal
The Ageing Ideal
Podcast Description
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
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast focuses on themes surrounding ageing, aged care, and community engagement, aiming to challenge common misconceptions about aging. Episodes may include discussions on how elderly individuals continue to contribute to society, spotlighting guests like Merv Stanton, a retired minister who actively volunteers in his aged care facility, and Loretta Simmons, a community leader who remains engaged through her work on radio.
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
The aged care sector has faced acute challenges in the last few years, with COVID further exposing cracks in the system and deepening a Royal Commission which was already underway.
In this episode, Jacinta Parsons talks to Andrew Kinnersly, Uniting AgeWell Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Chief Executive, Fonda Voukelatos , to get a deeper understanding of the aged care system, what is and isn’t working, and how best to move the sector forward.
Throughout the conversation, it’s clear that both Andrew and Fonda have an incredibly strong commitment to the values by which Unitng AgeWell operate, but also due to their personal experiences.
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NOTE On 4 June 2025, the Australian Government postponed the implementation of the new Aged Care Act 2024 and its associated reforms to 1 November 2025. This podcast episode was recorded prior to that announcement and references the original 1 July 2025 commencement date.
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The Ageing Ideal Podcast is produced for Uniting AgeWell by:
SoundCartel
+61 3 9882 8333
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