What is an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO)?
17 December 2025
Navigating the aged care system can feel confusing. You might have questions about what services are available, how to apply or what happens next. That’s where Aged Care Specialist Officers can help.
What is interim funding under Support at Home?
15 December 2025
Interim funding gives you access to 60% of your approved funding to start receiving services when wait times for ongoing services are longer than expected. This means you can begin getting the help you need right away, rather than waiting for your full funding to become available.
Meet Woollahra’s community choir
3 December 2025
Right here in Woollahra, there’s a choir that’s changing how locals, especially our senior community, connect with each other.
Why singing is good for you
2 December 2025
When you sing, your brain releases endorphins and lowers stress hormones. Your breathing deepens. Your shoulders relax. Even just a few minutes can shift your entire mood.
Support at Home reforms explained
1 December 2025
The Support at Home reforms are part of the Australian Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. The Commission called for a simpler, fairer and more consistent system that lets older people stay independent and connected to their communities.
A place where community comes to life: Holdsworth Street renewal appeal
24 November 2025
Holdsworth is launching its End of Year Appeal to make over the indoor spaces and create even more opportunities for families and community members to connect, play and grow together.
Holdsworth Fun Day is back
10 November 2025
Get ready for the most exciting family event of the season! The Holdsworth Family Fun Day is back on Thursday 4 December from 10am-12pm at 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra.
Support at Home: Understanding the new Home Priority System
3 November 2025
From 1 November 2025, a new way of accessing aged care support at home begins. The Support at Home program replaces Home Care Packages with a simpler, fairer system. This guide explains how you’ll be prioritised and how funding works.
Staying connected and safe in the digital age
24 October 2025
In today’s fast-changing digital world, being able to use technology safely is more important than ever for staying independent and connected with loved ones.
Culturally respectful and safe care for Aboriginal people living with dementia
23 October 2025
Like many populations around the world, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are living longer lives and, as such, the number of people aged over 50 years is rapidly growing. The rate of dementia for this cohort is 3 to 5 times higher than in the general Australian population.