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Saving for retirement – are you on track?

Latest statistics confirm that fewer than 7% of South Africans are on track to retire comfortably. Three out of four participants in the 10X Investments Retirement Reality Report 2023/2024 said they could not afford to save for their retirement, or could not save enough.

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Heart palpitations – should you be worried?

Heart palpitations – feeling your heart race frantically, pound or flutter as if it’s skipped a beat – can be frightening. But heart palpitations are usually no cause for concern and go away on their own.

If you also have chest pain or tightness, shortness of breath, dizziness or a racing heart rate, seek emergency medical care immediately – as you may be at risk of a heart attack or stroke.

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Caring for the Caregiver: how to support the person supporting your loved one

Whether they’re a professional caregiver or a devoted family member, caregivers play an invaluable role in the lives of older persons. They provide practical assistance, emotional support, companionship and, often, comfort during life’s most challenging moments.

While so much attention is focused on the person receiving care, it’s easy to overlook the wellbeing of the caregiver.

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Your heart has looked after you – now it’s your turn to look after your heart

Every minute of every day, your heart is hard at work. It beats around 100,000 times, pumping oxygen and nutrients throughout your body so you can enjoy
life’s everyday moments – from walking the dog and tending the garden to playing with your grandchildren or catching up with friends over a cup of tea.

It’s easy to take this remarkable organ for granted. Until something goes wrong.

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Mandela Day volunteering: why giving your time changes lives … including your own

For many, Mandela Day is an opportunity to paint a classroom, serve meals, plant a garden, or spend time with people in need. While these acts may seem small, they often leave a lasting impact that extends far beyond a single day – and not only on the beneficiaries. Research consistently shows that volunteering can improve emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, strengthen social connections, and create a greater sense of purpose.

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We promote values of: Trust, Accountability, Transparency, Care, Respect, Integrity, Purpose, Service, Compassion, Environment.

We encourage all stakeholders in the spirit of these Values to support our Purpose: ‘To make dignity, growth and meaningful life a realistic prospect for all elders.’

These values are promoted through our work daily with our beneficiaries, stakeholders and general public and carried through to our messaging and advertising on print, broadcast, electronic and social media platforms.  As such, The Association for the Aged, has a zero tolerance policy for any vulgar or rude, threatening, abusive, discriminatory, cyber bullying or harassing comments on all our platforms.

Any comments identified as such will be removed from our platforms. Should the perpetrator persist, he or she will be blocked and reported.

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