Senior friends - Companionship and care service

16/01/2026

Does anyone have a ukele to gift or for sale?

Are there any local ukele groups?

Good morning everyone my name is Alicia we provide personalised one on one visits in care homes.

We also support people in their own homes to help keep them living in the comforts of their own home.

Part of what we do is creating personalised activities that are tailored to our clients interests and needs.

We know musical activities help provide meaningful moments for our seniors especially those living with dementia.

This year I would to incorporate more music activities with our clients. So Im going to learn how to play the ukulele.

Music resonates to everybody in some way or another and we just love creating musical moments and activities with people.

This is Jessie I have been visiting Jessie one on one for 5 years she is living in a care home with later stages of dementia everytime I visit Jessie I sing to her familiar songs, It brings comfort, joy and memorable moments. Love what we do 💛

04/01/2026

Its important for us to come up with easy stress free solutions for our clients.

We recognised the symptoms and found solutions.

Highly recommend these products for anyone prone to utis (Urinary tract infections) which is very common for older people.

A course of antibiotics from the GP, Supporting urinary health products and at home test kits.

All available from your local The chemist warehouse.

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03/01/2026

Good morning everyone 💜

Happy New Year to all our wonderful followers, clients, families, and supporters.

Thank you for being part of our journey and for the trust you place in Senior Friends.

We’re excited for new beginnings in the year ahead and continuing to grow while providing quality, compassionate care in the community and across the North Shore.

Here’s to another year of connection, kindness, and meaningful support. 💫

The photo is of me (Alicia) the founder of Senior friends and one my biggest supporters my daughter Sophia celebrating New years!

29/12/2025

The Benefits of Music Therapy and Meaningful Activities at Senior Friends 💜💫🎵

At Senior Friends, we believe that care is about more than tasks — it’s about connection, comfort, and quality of life. Music therapy and meaningful activities play a powerful role in supporting the emotional, physical, and cognitive wellbeing of the people we support.

Music has a unique ability to reach people at every stage of ageing, including those living with dementia. Familiar songs often unlock memories, spark conversation, and create moments of joy, even when words are hard to find.

Benefits of Music Therapy for Older Adults
Improves mood and emotional wellbeing
Music can reduce anxiety, agitation, and low mood, promoting calmness and happiness.

Supports memory and cognitive function
Familiar melodies can stimulate long-term memory and encourage reminiscence.
Enhances communication and connection
Music offers a way to connect when verbal communication becomes difficult.

Reduces feelings of loneliness
Shared musical experiences create a sense of companionship and belonging.

Promotes relaxation and comfort
Gentle music can support rest, sleep, and overall comfort, particularly in later stages of life.

Meaningful Activities That Make a Difference
Alongside music therapy, our team focuses on diversional therapy and personalised activities that reflect each client’s interests, abilities, and life story.

All activities are delivered one-on-one, in a safe and supportive way, and are carefully tailored to each person’s needs and capabilities. Whether at home or in a care facility, our goal is to create moments of meaning, comfort, and joy.

23/12/2025

Senior friends website and information on pur services 💜💜💜

Senior friends provide meaningful support to keep people living independently in their own homes and give the main caregiver a much needed break. We also provide private support one on one in care homes to help ease the stress for busy families and for those who live out of town. We have a strong em...

23/12/2025

Thank you to Christine and her lovely daughter at Secret nails on Clyde Road.

They did a great job, they were calm and attentive to my client Jaimee leigh who is living with Cerebral Palsy.

Happy Jaimee- Leigh highly recommend ❤️

18/12/2025

Eating well with dementia 💜💜💜

Here at Senior friends - Companionship and care service we are always finding ways to support our clients to keep eating and living well with dementia.

Its common for people with dementia to have a suppressed appetite and they can also find it difficult to swallow.

Tips:

💜 Small amounts of food nicely prepared on a plate.

💜 Eat with them.

💜 Is your loved one loosing weight due to weight loss and malnutrition? Talk your GP there are supplements drinks that can help provide extra nutrients.

💜 Eliminate the obvious! UTI are common in older people. This is can also suppress a persons appetite. Contact your local GP or There are home kits available at chemist warehouse for a quick result.

💜 Make their favorite foods.

💜 Make a food and fluid chart so you can keep track of what theyre eating and drinking daily.

💜 Encourage fluids regulary. People forget to drink as the carer, you need to encourage fluids regularly. Water juice and smoothies are all good healthy options.

💜 Dont argue with a person with dementia just do your best to emcourage food an water.

💜 Give lots of encouragement love and reassurance.

More tips in the link.

15/12/2025

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🔔🎄 Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin | Old Christmas Songs with Fireplace | 1 HourCozy up by the warm glow of the fireplace with 1 hou...

11/12/2025

A video I made for the song 'Opo the Crazy Dolphin' (1956) by Pat McMinn and The Stardusters, using footage from the archive documentary film 'The Amazing Do...

11/12/2025

🎄Senior friends - Extra Support for Families This Christmas 🎄

Heading away over the holidays? At Senior Friends, we’re here to provide home visits, check-ins, and a little Christmas cheer for your loved ones while you’re on break.

We also offer one-on-one visits in care homes, including meaningful activities, gentle massages, comfort care, and festive outings — all tailored to brighten someone’s day.

Let us help make this Christmas season special, safe, and supported for everyone

🌸 We offer casual or weekly visits.

🎅 Christmas vouchers available for one special off holiday visit or outing ✨

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