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People of Helping Hand: Kay

30-11-22

Kay is a volunteer, history buff and entertainer at Copperhouse Court and Yeltana care homes in Whyalla.

People of Helping Hand: Kerrilee

23-11-22

Kerrilee (Kerri) has been part of the Parafield Gardens family for almost 14 years. This year, she joined the Lifestyles team, after working in the Memory Support Unit (MSU).

Apology anniversary a time to reflect

16-11-22

16 November each year marks the anniversary of the National Apology to Forgotten Australians.

People of Helping Hand: Nat

As a Lifestyle Coordinator, Nat is passionate about making our Lightsview residential care home a welcoming place to live, as well as an inclusive and inspiring place to work.

Helping Hand achieves Inclusive Employer status from the Diversity Council of Australia

14-11-22

According to the Diversity Council of Australia (DCA) when organisations take action to become an inclusive employer and create a more diverse and inclusive workplace, everyone benefits. Here at Helping […]

People of Helping Hand: Keith

10-11-22

Introducing Keith, who lives at Ingle Farm residential care home with his wife Nola.

Helping Hand’s 2021-22 Annual Review is now online

03-11-22

Helping Hand’s 2021-22 Annual Review celebrates our workforce and captures the achievements and milestones of our organisation. 

Have your say about in-home care services reforms

02-11-22

The Australian Government is changing the way in-home care services are provided to older people, and they want to hear your views.

People of Helping Hand: Allyson

Meet Allyson, Customer Services Officer at our Parafield Gardens residential care home.

Have your say about Aged Care Quality Standards

29-10-22

The Department of Health and Aged Care is reviewing the Aged Care Quality Standards, and is seeking feedback on a new, strengthened version of the standards, from providers, workers, clinicians […]

People of Helping Hand: Rob

26-10-22

Rob and his wife Carol started as visitors at Ingle Farm and then became part-time volunteers.

Disability Ageing and Lifestyle Expo 2022

21-10-22

Come and meet the Helping Hand team at the #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle Expo 2022. The Expo is on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 October 2022 at the Adelaide […]

People of Helping Hand: Rita

19-10-22

This month Rita celebrates 25 years working at Parafield Gardens. She is part of the fabric of daily life and her commitment to caring is as strong today as it […]

How do I start a conversation about aged care?

18-10-22

How do I start a conversation about aged care?

National Carers Week 2022

17-10-22

National Carers Week, 16-22 October, is an opportunity to raise community awareness among all Australians about the diversity of Australia’s 2.65 million carers and their caring roles.

Allied Health Professions Day 2022

14-10-22

It’s Allied Health Professions Day, celebrating Australia’s 200,000+ allied health professionals, who represent more than a third of the health workforce.

What can I do to support my parents?

13-10-22

What can I do to support my parents?

People of Helping Hand: Lili

12-10-22

Lili is a resident at our home in Lightsivew. While food blogs, cooking shows and gourmet inspired travel are commonplace, Lili was ahead of the curve in sharing her passion for […]

When is the right time to talk to a parent about aged care?

10-10-22

When is the right time to talk to a parent about aged care?

Ageism Awareness Day 2022

07-10-22

Friday 7 October 2022 is Ageism Awareness Day – time to shift attitudes towards older age and older people and end ageism.