Articles & Insights

Welcome to Lumin's news page, where we share articles, innovations and insights on keeping our loved ones connected, empowering seniors to embrace technology and making lives brighter.

July 20, 2026

Greenfield. Brownfield. One platform. A One to Another case study

Three One to Another villages - two new builds and one established community - running emergency duress, resident communication, passive monitoring and smart home from one Lumin CareHub in every apartment.

July 8, 2026

The new condition report rules in Victoria and NSW, in plain English

What changed, what it means for your entry and exit processes, and what your team needs in place - a plain-English brief for boards and managers.

June 10, 2026

A case study of engagement: The Sterling, Christchurch New Zealand

What 30 residents at The Sterling Retirement Village told us about how Lumin fits into daily life - adoption, safety and connection.

June 10, 2026

What to actually ask when you're choosing resident technology for a retirement village

Five questions that decide whether a resident technology investment pays off - from real reach and adoption to consolidation, compliance and what comes next.

May 27, 2026

The new reality for retirement, five truths about aging in place

A five-part series on the legal, fiscal, workforce, and supply pressures reshaping retirement living - and the three operational capabilities every operator now needs to build.

May 18, 2026

Ageing in Place technology in Australia: from feature set to operating layer

Why Ageing in Place technology has become the operating layer holding Australia's retirement village model together - and what it now has to do.

April 9, 2026

Looped In: How McKenzie Lifestyle Village Got Their Whole Community Connected

McKenzie Lifestyle Village in Geraldine, New Zealand, did it differently - and the results show what's possible when a village commits to bringing every resident with them.

June 13, 2025

In-home Care Technology and Support At Home

As Australia transitions to the new Support at Home Program, a significant shift in focus is emerging, particularly around the integration of in-home care technology.

May 26, 2025

Support At Home help - all your questions answered

Navigating the landscape of the new Support At Home program can feel complex. To help clarify the upcoming changes, we've compiled a straightforward Q&A covering the essentials.

May 6, 2025

Support At Home: what does this mean for you?

Learn about the Australian Government's transition from Home Care Packages (HCP) to the new Support at Home (SAH) program starting July 2025. Understand the key changes, funding levels, and how it impacts you.

November 7, 2024

Enhancing Dementia Care at Home with Assistive Technology

Assistive technology is proving to be a game-changer, offering essential tools to ease the burden and improve the quality of life for both those living with dementia and their carers.

October 15, 2024

Celebrating Carers: National Carer's Week

National Carers' Week is a time to shine a spotlight on the millions of carers who selflessly dedicate their lives to supporting others. Often unrecognised, they play a critical role in holding our communities together.

October 1, 2024

International Day of Older Persons: Bridging the Digital Divide

October 1st, the International Day of Older Persons, celebrates the contributions of seniors everywhere. However, it's also a reminder to address the issue of digital exclusion.

September 23, 2024

Lumin Wins Good Design Award for Excellence in Design and Innovation

Lumin has been recognised in Australia's International Good Design Awards for excellence in design and innovation. The Australian Good Design Awards highlight how design enhances functionality and contributes to societal advancement.

September 19, 2024

New Touchscreen to Assist People Living With Dementia

As part of Dementia Action Week, Lumin is launching its new OneTouch touchscreen device, designed to assist people living with dementia as well as those who care for them.

September 12, 2024

Dementia Action Week: Creating a Dementia-Friendly Future

Dementia Action Week (16 - 22 September 2024) is a national campaign by Dementia Australia to raise awareness and challenge widespread misconceptions about dementia.