Southcare Snippet – September 2026
Welcome to the September 2026 edition of your Southcare Snippet.
You can read the edition below, or if you prefer a PDF version, you can download here.
Fresh starts and opportunities
A message from CEO, Enda Fahy
Spring is often a time for fresh starts, making it the perfect opportunity to check that your personal affairs and home is in order, plus stay connected and focus on the habits that help you thrive.
A safe home environment with clear and easy access inside and outside, promotes a healthy and active mind.
If you need assistance with garden maintenance, checking smoke alarms or changing light bulbs, speak with your Care Partner about the support available to you.
As part of your well-being, don’t forget there’s still time to enter our Wellness Bingo Challenge.
The challenge encourages simple, positive activities that support your physical, mental and social well-being.
Return your completed bingo card by 30 September 2026 to go into the draw to win one of two $50 gift cards.
Join us for two exclusive Southcare participant events
Coffee, Cake and Connect
These friendly workshops will help you better understand the Southcare Connect app and how it can make managing your services and staying in touch with Southcare easier than ever.
Whether you’re new to the app or simply want to learn more, our team will be there to guide you every step of the way.
Choose from two sessions, both running 10am – 11am on 20 and 22 October 2026 at the Southcare office. Just let us know which one best suits you when RSVP’ing.
Senior’s Week High Tea
A much-loved annual event, this year will be no different and promises to be a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow Southcare participants, enjoy delicious treats and celebrate the friendships and community spirit that make Southcare so special.
10am – midday
Thursday 12 November 2026
John Hardwick Community Hall
Get moving with allied health in your home
Did you know Southcare now has an in-house Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist?
If you are recovering from illness or injury, wanting to improve strength and balance, prevent falls, manage pain, and continue living independently, our caring hands can help.
Meet your Care Partner
Here at Southcare, we put you at the centre of your care. As part of that, we’re introducing you to the friendly faces supporting you to live your best life. This month is your chance to meet Care Partner, Bhavin.
Personal Care services to be fully funded by 1 October 2026
The Australian Government has announced an important change to the new Support at Home program. From 1 October 2026, eligible personal care services will be classified as clinical care, meaning they will be fully government funded.
Emergency Relief hours extended
We have extended our Emergency Relief opening hours to 10am – 2.30pm Monday – Thursday.
This will assist us to help more people as demand increased associated with ongoing cost of living pressures. It also means you can access our Op Shop at the same time.
Sign up for finance tips
Starting this October, you can receive finance tips sent to your inbox. If you would like to sign up to this new digital newsletter, send an email with your details to marketing@southcare.org.au.
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