Right at Home ACT & Queanbeyan

08/01/2026

When it comes to home care, you might hear the terms reablement and maintenance — and wonder what they actually mean for you or your loved one.

Both play an important role under the Support at Home program, but they serve different purposes. One focuses on rebuilding confidence and ability, while the other provides reliable, ongoing support when needs are long-term.

Understanding the difference can help you make informed choices and feel more confident about your care.

👉 https://www.rightathome.com.au/rah-blog/understanding-your-support/reablement-vs-maintenance

06/01/2026

A very special person and someone we are very sad to lose. It was an honour and a privilege to support this beautiful person and he will be dearly missed by the Braidwood community and by the Right at Home team ❤️

Vale Ken Thomas
St. Bede's Parish Braidwood reports:
It is with great sadness that we share the news that Ken Thomas passed away this morning in Braidwood, aged 84.
Ken was a much-loved parishioner, friend, and community member whose life was marked by service, generosity, and quiet faith. He devotedly cared for his first love Joan and Mother in law Phyllis at the end of their lives, as well as his beloved partner Jenny, whom he cared for with great love as she lives with dementia. His capacity to give of himself to those he loved was extraordinary.
Ken volunteered tirelessly across many organisations, including St Bede's Braidwood Parish, Braidwood Lions Club, Ryrie Park Markets, Braidwood Show Society, and numerous horse clubs and shows.
He will be fondly remembered for his caring nature, his willingness to help, and his affection for his friends.
Around a decade ago, Ken returned to his faith, which became deeply important to both he and Jenny and a source of strength and comfort in his later years.
Ken will be sorely missed by his family, friends, parish community, and the many groups he served so faithfully. We keep Jenny, his family and all who loved Ken in our prayers.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
PHOTO: Ken (centre) at the Lions Braidwood NSW Billy Cart Derby 2010

05/01/2026

A new year is a chance to focus on what helps us feel confident, capable and connected. 💚

Reablement and wellness supports are about building confidence in everyday life — whether that’s staying active, enjoying hobbies, or feeling steady and safe at home.

Our latest blog explores how reablement and wellness support older Australians to live well at home, focusing on ability, independence and quality of life.

👉 New Year, New You: Reablement and Wellness
🔗 https://ow.ly/OW6l50XQvir

If you’d like to learn more about what support could look like for you or a loved one, your local Right at Home team is here to help.

01/01/2026

A new year doesn’t have to mean big changes — sometimes it’s about continuing to live life your way, with the right support alongside you.

As we head into the year ahead, we’re focused on connection, wellbeing and helping people stay active and engaged in the moments that matter most.

Here’s to another year of living well, together 💚

30/12/2025

Your Support at Home statement may look a little different — but its purpose remains the same.

Each month, your statement helps you understand:
✔ what services you’ve received
✔ how your funding is being used
✔ how much of your budget remains

To help make sense of it all, we’ve put together a simple guide explaining what your Support at Home statement shows and how to read it with confidence.

We’ve also created an easy checklist highlighting the top 6 things to check each month, so you can feel informed — not overwhelmed.

👉 Read the article and download the checklist here: https://ow.ly/SaBa50XPTLJ

22/12/2025

When someone takes the time to leave words like these, it reminds us why what we do matters. 💙

Behind every testimonial is a real story — a family navigating aged care, feeling overwhelmed, and finally finding support that listens and helps.

We’ve shared one of those journeys in our latest blog:
👉 The Day Everything Changed: Finding Real Support in Aged Care 🔗 https://ow.ly/O9QA50XLX0L

If you or someone you love is feeling unsure where to start, you don’t have to do it alone. Our local team is here to help.

18/12/2025

Your care should change when you do.
At Right at Home, our Care Managers check in regularly to make sure your support is still right for you — not just at the start, but every step of the way.

📌 Monthly check-ins
🏡 Quarterly in-home visits
🔁 Adjustments when your needs change
💬 A friendly face you can call anytime

💬 “Knowing someone understands Dad and makes sure his care adapts… that’s priceless.” – Family member

👉 Read how our Care Management model keeps your care coordinated and personalised.
📖 https://ow.ly/SAen50XyUbf

📞 Have questions about your care plan? Contact your local office — we're here to help.

02/12/2025

🎄✨ Looking for meaningful and easy Christmas activities to enjoy with clients, carers or family?

Our new blog shares three simple festive crafts perfect for older Australians:
🌿 A beautiful Australian greenery wreath
🎄 A colourful paracord Christmas tree
💌 Handmade Christmas cards

These activities are low-mess, relaxing, and wonderful for sparking conversation, connection and creativity.

Celebrate the season with something handmade and heartfelt.
👉 Read the full guide here: https://ow.ly/Pr5u50XAt87

30/11/2025

🏡⭐️🎉 RIGHT AT HOME ACT & QUEANBEYAN - EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH 🎉⭐️🏡

S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 5 - L A C H I E

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Well done Lachie & Tahirah. Lachie showed courage and dedication. Often working with clients that needed an extra layer of understanding and gentleness. Tahirah was instrumental in getting our rostering system set up for some big changes that commenced with the new support at home program. We are so proud of both of you.

We gifted Lachie & Tahirah a voucher and a certificate. Thank you for helping us to improve the quality of life for those we serve 💫

23/11/2025

“I didn’t feel like me anymore.”

That’s what Margaret told us before her daughter reached out to Right at Home.
With gentle, respectful personal care — help with showering, grooming, and daily routines — Margaret found herself smiling in the mirror again.

Because sometimes, getting care isn’t about losing independence — it’s about getting your confidence back.

💛 Do you want to learn more about personal care?
Find out how Right at Home can help you or your loved one feel like themselves again.
👉 https://ow.ly/z3Qt50Xp8wu

22/11/2025

🏡⭐️🎉 RIGHT AT HOME ACT & QUEANBEYAN - EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH 🎉⭐️🏡

J U N E 2 0 2 5 - S A J A N A

J U L Y 2 0 2 5 - R U S S E L L

A U G U S T 2 0 2 5 - A N N A

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR THREE TEAM MEMBERS WHO WERE AWARDED THE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. 🎉🎉🎉

This year has been a whirlwind, and we are super late in posting about these three incredible team members. We are so thankful for their continuous hard work and dedication to quality care ❤️

We gifted each of them a voucher and a certificate. Thank you for helping us to improve the quality of life for those we serve 💫

22/11/2025

The youngest of our family hard at work at Right at Home office this morning 👍