Supporting each step of the way Life can throw unexpected events at us. When that happens, our needs sometimes change. It’s reassuring to know support is available. When Creina initially joined CHS, she received cleaning support for those tougher jobs around the home through the Commonwealth Home Support Program. However, Creina had a fall and …
Inclusion and connection through craft The Avon Art & Craft Guild provides a local social and mental health outlet for the community within the district, and it is these community groups that we are more than happy to support through our CHS Community Grant Program. The craft club is open each Tuesday 10am to 3pm …
Why learning technology is so important for older people. As technology advances, more and more services and information are moving to an online platform, which makes it essential for older people to learn new ways to interact with this technology. Although it may seem overwhelming at first, many older people soon discover that there are …
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How our grants benefit more than just one club The RSL Club in Yorketown is very much the heart of the community. Like most RSL clubs, the membership over the years has become small. To survive and continue their service to the community of Yorketown, the club has opened its doors to the local football …
How a community can achieve their vision when they come together After experiencing the devastating fires of 2019, the Yorke Peninsula community rallied together. The Response Trailer (known as the Boot,) emerged as a positive, practical idea to support the community during future emergencies. Through funding from the Foundation for Rural Regional Renewal (FRRR) – …
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Why so many contractors choose to work with us “Every day is a bit different; you meet new people and have the opportunity to support people in their own homes. As some clients don’t see many people, it is so nice to support them and to help our community.” Amanda Cobain, Contractor Amanda was one …
How a piece of equipment can improve your quality of life There are so many ways a Home Care Package can help you as it gives access to a wide range of services, however, for Marie, it was the equipment you can purchase through a Home Care Package that can make a valuable difference. Marie …
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Support to stay connected to things you enjoy Janet is a fan of live theatre productions. She has supported many local amateur theatre productions and has often organised a bus to take groups from the Vines Retirement Village to productions. When asked about other productions she has enjoyed, she mentioned the Ballet Anna Karenina, however …
Connection and Community in the Snowtown Bowling Club Sports clubs are often the heart of our country towns. If you happened to drop in to the Snowtown Bowling Club after the season opening, you’d see people of all ages sitting around trestle tables, eating lunch. You’d hear animated conversations and laughter. You’d catch the …
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Wellbeing and Gardening “At my old place,” reminisced Bill, “I used to have a beautiful garden. I grew things in tractor or truck tyres.” Bill wanted a garden again but didn’t think it was possible because he could no longer bend down. He spoke with his Home Care Package coordinator, Tammy. Tammy saw an opportunity …
