Loneliness & social isolation

Loneliness has a mental and physical impact on our wellbeing—and, unfortunately, can become more common as we age. Our experts explain how you can help your parents build a sense of connection.

Australian Unity Wellbeing Index research shows that many informal carers struggle to cope with the intense demands of the role. How can we support them?

It’s not always easy to identify when it’s time to get more support and apply for a Home Care package.

Providing care for a loved one can be tough. We asked the experts for advice on how the rest of us can support the carers we know and love.

For many of us, the pandemic forced us to stay home, missing out on the joy of socialising. But as we learn new ways to live with COVID, many Australian Unity home care customers are leading the way, grabbing their coats, and heading out to reconnect.

In 2021, young Australians reported lower satisfaction with their wellbeing than their older counterparts.

In 2021, Australians’ satisfaction with their health fell for the first time in the Australian Unity Wellbeing Index’s 20-year history.

The pandemic sparked a mental health crisis but it also offered valuable lessons about how to protect ourselves in the future.