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Stop Starting Over With New Support Workers

When support workers constantly change, routines, trust and stability can fall apart. This article explores why consistency matters in disability and aged care support, and how the right long-term support relationship can make daily life feel more manageable again.

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How to Talk to an Older Parent About Getting Help at Home

Talking to an older parent about getting help at home can feel delicate. This guide shares practical ways to start the conversation with empathy, respect and a focus on choice.

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Changes Are Coming With Support At Home Here's What You Need To Know

From 1 July 2025, Australia’s aged care system is changing. If you or a loved one currently receive services through a Home Care Package, you’ll be moving to the new Support at Home program.

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Protecting Your Finances During Care and Support Services: What You Need to Know

Our policy aims to ensure that your financial well-being is secure during all care and support services with workers from the Careseekers platform

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Supporting Healthy Ageing

Supporting an elderly individual, be it a client or a family member, is both a privilege and a responsibility. As they journey into their later years, ensuring their well-being becomes paramount.

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What Is Caregiver Fatigue & How Can You Manage It?

Caring for a loved one is a deeply compassionate endeavour, but the path of caregiving can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges.

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Are You Looking For An Overnight Carer For A Loved One?

Overnight carers can provide a family with some much needed respite or peace of mind through the night.

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What Happens In An Aged Care Assessment?

An aged care assessor will visit you at home to talk with you about your situation, health, lifestyle, and how you’re going with completing daily tasks around the home. This will help them to recommend the right services for your needs.

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Different Levels Of Home Care Packages

As everyone's care needs are different, there are four levels of Home Care Packages that provide different funding amounts.

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Aged Care Quality Standards - Aged Care & Workers On Careseekers

The Aged Care Quality Standards provides clarity on exactly what this means and why care workers should keep them front of mind when delivering services.