NARI is concerned for the wellbeing of older Australians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
People aged 70 years and over are at greater risk of more serious illness if they are infected with COVID-19. And it is likely they will have to self-isolate for longer than younger people.
For this reason, we’ve developed resources and information for older people and those who work with them.
This international social survey asked people living in Australia to tell us how COVID-19 has been impacting their health and well-being. Read more
We have developed this resource to record the COVID-19 restrictions that are impacting older people and aged care services in Australia. It tracks the implementation and impact of restrictions in Australia. Read more
NARI is conducting a longitudinal study examining the impacts of COVID-19 on the health and wellbeing of people residing in Australia during the pandemic. This first report looks at the responses of Australians to the COVID-19 pandemic and how they varied according to sociodemographic factors. Read more
NARI's exercise videos can help older people stay active at home, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when you may not be as physically active outdoors. The exercises were developed by allied health professionals with expertise in exercise for older people. Read more
NARI has reviewed international literature to map research undertaken into the COVID-19 pandemic in aged care. Read the summary report. Read more
NARI has mental health tips and strategies to help aged care workers and managers best handle stress and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic, to optimise wellbeing. Read more
NARI has developed practical resources to help older people stay fit, healthy and connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more