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Healthy ageing

Your ageing journey is largely shaped by your lifestyle choices. Learn all about healthy ageing and how you can age your way.

What is healthy ageing?

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Healthy ageing, or active ageing, means making choices that help you develop and maintain your independence for longer.

To age your way, it's important to understand how lifestyle choices can influence your health. Daily habits such as what you eat or how often you challenge your mind add up to have a major effect over the years.

The good news is most of these lifestyle factors are within your control. That means healthy ageing is in your hands.

To make things simple, here are three important choices you can make to help you stay independent and living at home:

  • Stay physically active
  • Stay socially connected
  • Use assistive technology when you need it

These are LiveUp's 3 healthy ageing foundations. These foundations help you support your body, brain, and mental health.

It's never too late to start making changes that improve your health and happiness.

Take our free healthy ageing quiz for personalised advice, product suggestions, and local support.

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Exercise and healthy ageing

Regular physical activity only gets more rewarding as you age. It boosts your mental, physical, and brain health – helping you stay strong, balanced, and independent.

Even small steps make a big difference.

Ready to start? You can find local exercise groups in our activities database or click below for printable workouts.

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Community and healthy ageing

Like eating well and getting enough sleep, staying connected is essential for your health.

Socialising helps prevent loneliness and keeps your brain active. It can even protect against serious health problems.

It’s never too late to build new connections – every chat, group, or activity counts.

Click below to find social events and programs near you.

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What is assistive technology?

Assistive technology (AT) is any product designed to make everyday tasks easier. Using assistive products can help you stay independent for as long as possible.

LiveUp's clinical experts have selected hundreds of products to help you age your way.

Start exploring some of their suggestions by clicking on the areas of the home below. You'll discover tips to adapt to changes and continue living in your own home.

See how AT can support your everyday independence.

Enjoy independence every day

You can enjoy independence everywhere and every day. We've created some helpful guides for different areas of your home and life. Consider what small changes you can make or assistive products you can use to regain or maintain your independence.

Everyday Tips

Explore more ways to age your way

Add to your healthy ageing toolkit with these helpful resources. Debunk some common myths about ageing. Find answers to common questions. Get inspired by older people taking charge of their ageing.

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Myths about ageing

Think ageing means slowing down? Think again! Bust common myths and discover how your mindset can help you stay healthy and independent.

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Inspiring stories

Looking for new ideas to age well? Explore real stories and videos that show healthy ageing in action. See how others are owning their ageing journeys.

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Frequently asked questions

Still have some questions about active ageing? Get clear answers on available products, services, and support that can help you age your way.

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