Support at Home is nearly here
Aged care
With the launch of the new Support at Home program on 1 November, older Australians will soon benefit from a simpler and more flexible way to live independently and safely at home. Centacare is here to guide you through every step of the transition.
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Tips for choosing a home care provider
Aged care
You want to keep on enjoying life from the comfort of the home you know and love. So, organising home care with the flexibility to enjoy the support you need now and in the future makes good sense. But how do you know which provider is right for you?
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How to stand against sexual violence
Family and relationship care
October is Sexual Violence Awareness Month and, with the sharp rise in reported sexual assaults, it’s time to reflect on the practical steps each of us can take to prevent sexual violence and build communities where respect and safety are embedded in our culture.
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Marilyn thrives with her Care Partner
Aged care
At the heart of tailored support for 81-year-old Marilyn is her dedicated Care Partner, Jules. For three years, Jules has helped Marilyn live safely and confidently at home, organising her care team, advocating for her needs and adjusting supports as things change.
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Centacare hubs tackle loneliness together
Aged care
Loneliness Awareness Week 2025 focuses on small, meaningful interactions within our communities as a way of building connection. Find out how our nine social and community hubs help older Australians forge a sense of purpose and belonging, at the heart of a welcoming and supportive community.
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How will Support at Home changes affect me?
Aged care
The new Support at Home program promises a simpler and more equitable system for older Australians seeking to live independently from their home and community for longer. Whether you are currently receiving a Home Care Package, have applied for one, or are thinking of applying, this article provides a helpful summary of how the key changes will affect you.
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Yarning Circle helps shape service delivery
Family and relationship care
This NAIDOC Week (6-13 July) marks 50 years of honouring and elevating Indigenous voices and with this, Centacare has rounded out a series of ten Yarning Circles, reinforcing its vision for an Australia where Indigenous voices are not only heard but light the way.
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Co-parenting with respect, healing and hope
Family and relationship care
When a relationship ends, it’s often a deeply painful and emotional experience. If children are involved, it can feel even more challenging to navigate a new kind of partnership in which you are continuing to work with your former partner to raise your children. Finding a way forward that prioritises the safety and needs of your children, supports your wellbeing and respects your former partner is not easy but there is support available.
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