Like Family

22/10/2025

Whether the milestones are big or small, sharing the journey with someone you truly connect with makes them that much more fulfilling. Social Carer Charlotte shares her Member’s big wins, from learning how to knit to growing her love and passion for reading 🧶 📚

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19/10/2025

Loneliness is a silent epidemic impacting 5 million Australians 👥

Since we can't physically see the symptoms, it can be hard to tell if someone is in need for companionship without them telling us.

Recent research, however, has revealed some tell-tale signs that people who feel lonely all have in common. Learn about them on our blog 🔗

Loneliness is common in Australia, but it can be hard to tell if someone wants companionship. Here are some tell-tale signs of loneliness

15/10/2025

It's the little moments, like visiting old memories through songs, that sometimes make the biggest difference ❤️
Social Carer Alison shares a story about one of her Members, who has dementia, and the power of music on someone's memory.

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12/10/2025

If you're familiar with the NDIS or are starting to explore funding options, you may have heard of the term 'foundational supports'. But what exactly are foundational supports? How do they differ from NDIS supports, and who is eligible to access them?

In our blog, we'll be sharing what we know about these new supports and answering these common questions. We'll also explore how they'll work alongside the NDIS to deliver better outcomes for people with disability, their families, and carers

Learn more on our blog 🔗

The NDIS review has recommended investing in foundational supports. Here's what we know about these supports, and how they'll work with the NDIS

08/10/2025

Being a support worker means you give a lot of yourself. You build strong bonds and make a real difference in the lives of people and their families. While this work feels good, it also takes a lot out of you emotionally, physically, and mentally. This means that looking after yourself is essential for you to keep giving kind care without burning out.

When support workers put their own well-being first, they not only protect their health, but it also helps them do better work, maintain high standards, and give their clients the best possible care. Check out our blog for some practical ways to fuel your empathy and make self-care a priority ✨💆

Being a support worker means you give a lot of yourself. It's important to give a lot to yourself as well.

01/10/2025

This Mental Health month, we're shining a light on the mental and emotional toll primary carers often go through quietly

In this clip, Mat and Jenna reflect on the difficulty of asking for help. Mat shares his experiences on becoming so focused on getting through the day, that you don’t even realise the mental, emotional, and physical toll it takes. This moment highlights an important truth that carers often suffer in silence until they’re deep in burnout. It’s a reminder of how important open conversations, vulnerability, and check-ins are, not just for carers but for the people who love and support them.

We encourage you to take a moment to check in, not just with yourself, but with the carers in your life. Send a message, make a call, or ask how they're doing. A simple conversation can make all the difference ❤️

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23/09/2025

Accessing the right support for your needs is so important, but we know that managing NDIS Disability and Aged Care funding can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when the way prices are charged varies from provider to provider.

We've put together a short list of simple ways you can make sure you're getting your value for money, no matter what your funding looks like

Read about it on our blog 🔗

We know that pricing for aged care and NDIS disability support can be expensive and confusing. Here's how to get the best value for your money.

22/09/2025

Starting your application journey with the NDIS? You might want to consider writing a support letter to help the assessment process ✉️ ✍🏻

While the NDIA may not request one, a support letter outlining the applicant's goals and daily support needs can be extremely beneficial. We've put together a comprehensive guide that will show you how to write a support letter that can significantly strengthen an NDIS application.

Check it out on our blog

An NDIS support letter is a document that provides additional evidence to support a person's NDIS application. Here's how to write a great one.

17/09/2025

As his role of carer began to ease, Mat started to reclaim parts of himself - the parts that he had been putting on hold while looking after his parents. He reflects on what it felt like to finally have time to do things just for himself. Even with his mum more independent and settled back in Canada, the internal tug-of-war remanded. The habit of constantly being “on” did make it hard to relax.

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11/09/2025

Caregiving for his parents went bar beyond just the physical tasks, it was also the emotional and administrative burden. The constant mental load of managing their wellbeing, finances, appointments and decisions - that wore him down. Learning to ask for help didn’t come naturally - but became essential, he understood the value of communication.

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04/09/2025

Tag somebody in your life that you're grateful for 💛

From the friends who make you laugh, to the local café that fuels you, to the small acts of kindness in your community - life is brighter when we enjoy it together. We want to celebrate the people who make days that little bit lighter.

What's up for grabs:
Every week, for the next 3 weeks, we'll be giving away 1 x $250 RedBalloon Voucher enjoy an experience with somebody important in your life.

How to enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag somebody you're grateful for and write a kind note to them
3. You're in!

Giveaway close date:
Week 1 - 31 August 2025 ✅
Week 2 - 9 September 2025
Week 3 - 14 September 2025

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26/08/2025

Tag somebody in your life that you're grateful for 💛

From the friends who make you laugh, to the local café that fuels you, to the small acts of kindness in your community - life is brighter when we enjoy it together. We want to celebrate the people who make days that little bit lighter.

What's up for grabs:
Every week, for the next 3 weeks, we'll be giving away 1 x $250 RedBalloon Voucher enjoy an experience with somebody important in your life

How to enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag somebody you're grateful for and write a kind note to them
3. You're in!

The first week giveaway closes Sunday, 31 August 2025.

Comment now to go in the draw. Every comment is an entry. T&Cs Apply.