Older people
Alternative labels
Elderly
Older Australians
Older people with disabilities
Elderly with disabilities
Aged people
Journal article
Testing campaign slogans designed to motivate older people to be more physically active
What is the best slogan to motivate older people to increase their levels of physical activity? This online survey of 1200 Australians aged 50 years and older tested the relative effectiveness of five different campaign slogans.
Report
The Platinum Pound: boosting employment among older workers
This research shows that government policy will be more effective if it focuses on practical, as well as financial solutions, including addressing the reasons older workers are leaving the workforce.
Report
Solutions to reduce age bias in recruitment
The Behavioural Insights Team worked with the Centre for Ageing Better to develop solutions for age bias in recruitment as part of the Good Recruitment for Older Workers (GROW) programme. This report summarises the research.
Report
Hidden gems: the unique role of collaborative approaches in preventing and responding to the abuse of older people
In 2018 Relationships Australia NSW established Let’s Talk Elder Mediation and Support Service. This report captures reflections on five years of learning, and makes recommendations for the future of service provision.
Working paper
Expenditure patterns of New Zealand retiree households
This research delves into expenditure patterns of retiree households in Aotearoa New Zealand. The findings will help inform the public about the level and type of expenditures they need to financially prepare for throughout different stages of their retirement.