CareChoice

31/12/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉✨

As we step into 2026, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible team and community. Your dedication and care have made a real difference in the lives of those we support.

The new year brings fresh opportunities to support, care and create meaningful moments. Together, we can make 2026 another year of positive impact!🌟

30/12/2025

Feel the warmth, hear the waves and enjoy the summer by the water🌊

Victoria’s hot summer days are perfect for a beach trip and accessibility makes it easier to enjoy the seaside.

Check out these wheelchair-friendly beaches:

🏖️ Port Melbourne Beach
✅ Mobi-mat access
✅ Mobi-chair floating beach wheelchair
✅ Accessible parking

🏖️ Carrum Beach
✅ Beach wheelchairs
✅ Hoist
✅ Accessible parking
✅ Wheelchair-friendly playground

🏖️ Inverloch Beach
✅Accessible pathways
✅Beach wheelchairs
✅Accessible parking

Plan your next accessible beach day here: https://accessiblebeaches.com/beach-directory/category/VIC

24/12/2025

Christmas cheer is in full swing! 🎄✨

Our clients have been spreading the holiday magic by decorating their homes with beautiful Christmas trees.

From twinkling lights to personalised decorations, each tree shows their creativity and festive spirit. 🌟🎁

We love seeing the joy and inspiration they bring to their homes this season!

24/12/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and safe festive season from the CareChoice team.

A special thank you to our dedicated staff providing support to our clients throughout Christmas and New Year.

We will be open throughout the holiday period to assist you! 🎁✨ For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to reach out to us:

📞 1300 737 942
📧 enquiries@carechoice.com.au

19/12/2025

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is seeking feedback on how individual disability advocacy can be improved - so it’s easier to access and use, and better supports the rights of people with disability.

They want to hear from:

✅ People with disability
✅ Families, carers and supporters
✅ Advocates and service providers

Accessible formats (including Easy Read and Auslan) are available.

🗓 Consultation open until 16 January 2026

Have your say here: https://consultations.health.gov.au/disability-and-carers-group/individual-disability-advocacy-refo…

17/12/2025

✨ Planning a festive night out? Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight has shared helpful accessibility information to support people with disability, families, carers, and supporters.

There are several accessibility options, including:

✅ Auslan interpretation (available for the main performance on 24 December) — you can book seats near the interpreter in General Admission Lawn using the code AUSLAN (subject to availability).

✅ Audio description receivers for attendees who are blind or have low vision (book when purchasing tickets, or by phone).

✅ Audio description at home via Vision Australia Radio, with options to listen online.

✅ An Access Key (accessibility guide) with practical details like parking, staff assistance, toilets, and what to expect on the day.

They also note: if you’re sensitive to noise, a lawn seat or sitting near an aisle may be more comfortable.

📍 Arts Centre Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl

🗓 Rehearsal Night: Tuesday 23 December (from 4pm)

🕯 Christmas Eve: Wednesday 24 December, 8pm (gates open 4pm)

👉 Full accessibility details + the Access Key are available here: https://carols.visionaustralia.org/accessibility

Australia

16/12/2025

🎾 Australian Open 2026 is around the corner (12 January – 1 February), and with ticket sales already open, it’s a great time to start exploring options with accessibility and inclusion in mind.

The Australian Open website offers helpful Accessibility & Inclusion resources to support your visit to AO26, including information on:

• Purchasing accessible seating
• Communication boards
• Sensory rooms
• Travelers Aid services
• In-seat Food & Beverage services
And more...

For more information, click here: https://ausopen.com/accessibility

12/12/2025

Supporting people through the closure of legacy group homes

Join CareChoice for an important and practical webinar supporting individuals, families and professionals navigating the impending closure of legacy group homes.

With thousands of people facing uncertainty, this session brings together senior CareChoice leaders to outline clear, viable pathways forward - from understanding contemporary care models to navigating funding, transitions and housing options for people with higher support needs.

🗓 Friday 19 December
⏰ 10–11am
💻 Online webinar (live + recording available)

This session will cover:
• Funding strategies and considerations during urgent or unplanned transitions
• Planning safe, person-centred moves while maintaining continuity of care
• What distinguishes contemporary care models from legacy group homes - and why it matters
• Identifying suitable housing and support environments for people with higher support needs
• Practical next steps, including a Transition Support Checklist developed by a Registered Nurse

Meet the speakers:
Amanda Bond (CEO), Mel Grinter (Funding Manager), Sarah-Jane Gray (Disability Manager) and Juliette Etiennette (Partnerships Manager).

Join us live or register to receive the recording and resource pack afterwards.

👉 Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/DIDLH

Join us for an important and practical webinar, supporting individuals, families and professionals navigating the impending closure of legacy group...

11/12/2025

Your new Robust home in Frankston is ready for you! 🏡

Looking for a home that offers independence and quality support? This strong and robust home is designed for durability and comfort in a well-connected bayside location.

✨ Here’s what you’ll love:
✔️ Large bedrooms with private ensuites & built-in wardrobes
✔️ Private outdoor undercover area
✔️ Strong and robust construction
✔️ Step-free living with wide doorways and seamless access
✔️ Pets welcome🐕

✅ Improved Liveability funding accepted

Our exceptional, qualified and experienced care team is always close by, providing the care you need.

🌳Conveniently located near Bayside Shopping Centre, The Point Café, Frankston Hospital, Frankston Train Station and Frankston Beach.

⏳Secure your spot today and start the new year in your brand-new home.

📞Ready to make the move? Call 1300 737 942.

10/12/2025

We are proud of our qualified, highly skilled and dedicated Support Workers and Team Leaders who go beyond to provide quality, person-centred support.

Our commitment to high quality, client specific training equips and empowers our team to provide the highest standard of care every day.

Our team always aims to provide the highest quality of service to both referrers and clients.

Get in touch to see how our team can support you or your client today.

📞 1300 737 942 or click the link in our bio to learn more.

10/12/2025

Are you happy with your current NDIS provider? You have the power to switch ✨

As a registered NDIS provider with over 18 years of experience, we deliver quality, person-centered support that puts your client or loved one first.

We can help with:
✔️Complex Care
✔️Rapid hospital discharge
✔️Supported Independent Living (SIL)
✔️In home ongoing respite support
✔️Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

Thinking about making the switch? Our friendly team is here to help.
📞 1300 737 942
🔗 carechoice.com.au

09/12/2025

☀️ The school holidays are almost here and we hope you enjoy this insightful read from Andrew Buchanan, Psychologist and Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner at CareChoice.

He shares practical strategies for the summer in “Rest, Recharge, Regulate: A Holiday Guide for Families of Neurodiverse Children. - Source Kids”

👉 Read the full article here: https://sourcekids.com.au/rest-recharge-regulate-a-holiday-guide-for-families-of-neurodiverse-children/