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16/10/2025

Free event - Support at Home: Essentials for primary & community care professionals.

This free, national webinar will provide 1.5 educational activity CPD hours. It is designed for doctors, practice nurses and community care teams, and is available across two live sessions.

· Session 1 (Eastern states): 11 November, 6.30 – 8.00pm AEDST
· Session 2 (Western Australia): 12 November, 6.30 – 8.00pm AWST

Silverchain Head of Policy and Advocacy, Dr Ronelle Hutchinson, will share her expertise on how to navigate the new aged care system. She will be supported by Silverchain GP Liaisons Dr Leena Patel and Dr Erin O’Donnell-Taylor; and Silverchain Director of Nursing and Safety, Chris Snepvangers.

Book your spot here https://silverchaingroup.org/silverlearnings

14/10/2025

This Allied Health Professions Day, we celebrate the innovation and dedication of our allied health teams.

Silverchain Occupational Therapist Lisa Cattalini, with 37 years’ experience, uses smart glasses to support clients across WA’s South West. Technology like this reduces wait times and brings life-changing care to people in rural areas, like a client with a spinal injury receiving a mobility scooter and regaining independence.

Thank you to our 700 allied health professionals across Australia for making a real difference every day.

11/10/2025

On World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, we honour the many clinicians, doctors and care workers who work tirelessly to bring compassionate care and dignity at life’s most vulnerable moments.

When Russell’s wife Jackie faced her final chapter, Silverchain’s palliative care team stepped in - not just with clinical expertise, but with genuine warmth and humanity. Their support helped Jackie spend her last months at home, surrounded by love.

Now, Russell honours her memory by giving back, ensuring other families receive the same comfort and care.

Read more.
https://loom.ly/YCE4AMY

10/10/2025

More than 60% of older Australians receiving home care experience depression or anxiety, yet too often it goes unrecognised.

Silverchain’s EMBED program is changing that. After strong results in Victoria, we’re now expanding this world-first trial to WA and SA, giving more older people access to screening, support and treatment at home.

This World Mental Health Day, we’re proud to be supporting older Australians' mental health and wellbeing to live well and independently in their own home.

Learn more https://loom.ly/Wo6LUpA

01/10/2025

Today on International Day of Older Persons, we honour the remarkable contributions of older Australians to our communities and families.

As we prepare for the transformative aged care reforms, Silverchain continues to advocate alongside older Australians, championing their rights, independence, and freedom to choose how and where they receive care.

Thank you to all of our wonderful clients, who share their stories, their challenges and their wins with us every day.

Visit our website to learn more about the new Support at Home program and how Silverchain can support you to receive the best care, home delivered.

https://loom.ly/VGC2UN8

29/09/2025

Russell gives to Silverchain not just because our team cared for hiw beloved wife Jackie, but because they cared so deeply. Russell told us the expert clinical team's support was personal and thoughtful.

Russell's story is a moving reminder of how love endures, and how compassionate care can make all the difference during someone's end of life journey.

Read more about Russell's story and why he continues to give to Silverchain Foundation in memory of his beloved Jackie

https://loom.ly/C4H10dQ

26/09/2025

Big changes are coming to aged care.

From 1 November, a new Aged Care Act will take effect, designed to put older Australians’ rights and needs at the centre of care.

The once-in-a generation reform will reshape how aged care is delivered, with a strong focus on dignity, choice, and respect.

The changes are significant and wide-reaching and they may impact you or someone you love.

To help you and your loved ones understand what's changing COTA Australia - for older Australians and Older Persons Advocacy Network are hosting a series of community information sessions.

Register for an event in your state here.

Big changes are coming to age care. To help people understand what’s changing, COTA Australia and the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) are hosting community information sessions around Australia.

24/09/2025

We’re proud to celebrate our very own Mandy Holmshaw, winner of the Alzheimer's WA Dementia Change Champion 2025 Award.

With over 13 years’ experience, Mandy is Silverchain Fremantle's Social Centre Coordinator, inspiring her team to create joyful, dignified experiences for people living with dementia.

Her award recognises the innovative changes she’s brought to life, including dementia-friendly spaces, sensory boxes and dietitian-approved buffets, all designed to bring purpose and independence to our clients.

Congratulations, Mandy!


Image courtesy of Alzheimer's WA

19/09/2025

For many Western Australians, the mention of Flower Day brings a rush vivid, treasured memories.

75 years ago this month, Flower Day transformed Perth into a blooming spectacle, bringing our community together and raising vital funds for Silverchain. From decorated buildings to joyful crowds, we’re looking back at the incredible fundraising impact Flower Day had to support our care and clinical teams.

Learn more about this cherished event and how you can contribute to supporting our chain of care. https://loom.ly/MCj_U_8

Do you remember Flower Day? Share your experience in the comments below.

12/09/2025

We’re proud to share that the historic Silverchain Nursing League Building on Wright St in Perth has been officially added to the State Register of Heritage Places.

This special recognition celebrates our early beginnings in nursing, our expansion into aged care, and the remarkable contribution of women to health care in Western Australia. Built in 1920, the Wright St building stands as a testament to the vision of Silverchain pioneers like Muriel Chase and Dr Gertrude Mead, whose leadership laid the foundations for the care we continue to provide today.

Preserving this building honors the Silverchain nurses and the communities we’ve served for many generations. Thank you to everyone who supported this listing and shared in our story: a continuous chain of care that endures.

12/09/2025

As the sponsor of this year’s National Palliative Care Awards, Silverchain celebrates the remarkable individuals and teams whose compassion, expertise, and unwavering dedication are transforming palliative care across Australia.

These finalists represent the very heart of our sector - bringing comfort, dignity, and compassion to people during life’s most vulnerable moments. Their work inspires us all to strive for excellence and deepen the impact of care.

We’re honoured to stand alongside them in recognising their achievements and championing the future of palliative care.


Palliative Care Australia

11/09/2025

Silverchain is proud to sponsor the 2025 Oceanic Palliative Care Conference this week in Brisbane.

For over 40 years, we've been delivering compassionate palliative care in the homes of Australians—and we're just as committed today as ever. This conference is a powerful opportunity to connect, collaborate, and champion best practice care alongside our incredible colleagues across the sector.


Palliative Care Australia