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Home care - senior/carer

Your Care, Your Way: Big Changes Coming to Home Care in 2025

20 Feb 2025

On November 1, 2025, the Australian Government will roll out the Support at Home program to replace the Home Care Packages (HCP) and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Programme.

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Adapting to Life with Low Vision

11 Feb 2025

A low vision diagnosis can be overwhelming and isolating, but hearing from others with similar experiences can provide comfort and guidance. Jewel, a Home Care client, shared her story of adapting to life with low vision and how she continues to make the most of everyday activities despite her condition.

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Protecting Seniors: How to Avoid Falling for Cyber Scams

11 Feb 2025

Online shopping offers unparalleled convenience, but it also opens the door to cyber scams. Staying cybersafe is crucial year-round, not just during peak shopping seasons. 

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Before you say 'I Do': Why Pre-Marriage Counselling Matters

9 Feb 2025

As you approach marriage, ensuring you and your partner are on the same page is important. Counselling is often considered, and you might wonder if it's truly worth it. 

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Margaret Wiseman: Recipient of the Archbishop Anthony Fisher Award for Lifetime Achievement

21 Jan 2025

In 2024, we introduced a new award at our ´ºÃÎÖ±²¥ Celebration Day: The Archbishop Anthony Fisher Award for Lifetime Achievement. This prestigious award recognises an individual whose enduring commitment to their community. 

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Celebrating Generosity on International Thank You Day

11 Jan 2025

As we pause to reflect on International Thank You Day, we at ´ºÃÎÖ±²¥ extend heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers and donors who breathe life into our mission. Their dedication, compassion, and generosity enrich our programs, whilst profoundly impacting the lives of those we serve.

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Preparing for High-Risk Weather Season

3 Dec 2024

´ºÃÎÖ±²¥ is working with the Australian Government Aged Care Quality Commission to ensure everyone in our community knows the risk and danger of illness caused by heat and fire in the home or nearby. 

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World AIDS Day 2024

26 Nov 2024

World AIDs Day is a time to raise awareness, show support and remember those who we’ve lost to AIDS-related illnesses. 

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Is Home Care the Next Step?

13 Nov 2024

Acting as a caregiver to a loved one, while being a rewarding experience, can also become difficult. It’s important to know when you should start considering your next steps.Â