Community support

Help may be available around the corner, through family and friends or from a neighbour who can help you mow your lawns or run errands.

There are a number of community services available to help with basic daily tasks, including support with shopping, preparing and cooking meals, transport, home and garden maintenance or personal or domestic assistance. There are also respite services available for you and your carer so they can have a temporary break from their caring role.

Community groups can help keep you socially active and connected within your community, reducing the risk of social isolation. Finding like-minded people and connecting through shared experiences is pivotal to maximising emotional and mental wellbeing, which is important as we reach our later years. to read more

In this section you can read about getting help with meals and shopping, personal and domestic assistance and learn about different transport options to help you get around.