Home Care Experts

27/03/2026

Do you know what to do if someone has a seizure?⚠️

For many families and support workers, this can be a scary moment.

That’s why having a Seizure Management Plan is so important

It helps you:
- Understand the person’s condition
- Respond correctly during a seizure
- Know when it’s an emergency
- Keep your loved one safe

We’ve put together an easy-to-understand guide for NDIS participants and families.

Read it here:
https://www.homecareexperts.com.au/epilepsy-seizure-management-plans-a-practical-guide-for-participants-and-families/

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24/03/2026

This is what progress looks like.

When passionate people come together with a shared purpose, the result is more than just a conversation, it’s momentum.

Grateful to be part of a sector that’s driving real change in people’s lives every single day.

Vision Australia's library members recently celebrated the stories, cultures and voices that shape Australian literature and poetry. 📖

Across three weeks, participants read and explored themes such as exploration, belonging, beauty and legacy. The series finished with a reading list of library members’ favourite Australian books.

The Vision Australia Library is free for all Australian residents with a vision or print disability.

Find out more at 💻 https://ow.ly/LzPk50Yw96N

23/03/2026

What a welcome home for our Paralympic heroes. Pure joy, tight hugs, and that quiet kind of pride that fills the whole room without saying a word.

Welcome home, legends. You’ve already won something bigger.

20/03/2026

Yesterday, Maria and RB visited Jason to celebrate his birthday. What started as a simple celebration turned into something truly special.

We surprised him with a cake and gifts, and as we all sat down together, the room filled with warmth and laughter. But then, Jason gave us a moment none of us expected.

He began reciting a poem. A long, heartfelt piece delivered with incredible confidence, perfect pauses, and a calm presence that brought complete silence to the room. Everyone was just… listening.

He then picked up his harmonica and played for us, sharing stories from his past, the people he’s met, and his plans for the future. There was so much life, clarity, and passion in the way he spoke.

Jason also showed us his backyard, proudly walking us through the plants he’s grown and his vision for the space. He even showed us his bikes, each with its own story.

What stood out the most was his spirit. Despite going through a serious accident and living with an acute brain injury, Jason is thriving. He’s expressive, creative, and full of life.

It left us thinking… what if more people could experience this?

When we shared the idea of creating a video where he could tell his story, perform his poetry, and play music for a wider audience, Jason didn’t hesitate for a second. He was genuinely excited and came on board straight away.

We can’t wait to bring his amazing stories to life visually and share them with everyone in the community.

16/03/2026

One thing we’ve learnt over the years working in the disability sector is that supporting someone’s wellbeing is not always about big programs or structured activities. Often, it is the simple everyday moments that make the biggest difference.

Getting out into the community plays a huge role in a person’s health and wellbeing. It encourages movement, builds confidence, reduces isolation, and creates opportunities for connection.

Recently, we spent some time out and about with one of our participants. A short trip out, visiting the shops, getting some fresh air, and later spending some quiet time doing art. Nothing extraordinary. But moments like these are incredibly valuable.

Being part of the community helps participants stay active, engaged, and connected. It also gives them the opportunity to make their own choices about how they spend their day, which is something we strongly believe in.

For us, quality support means creating opportunities for people to experience everyday life, explore their community, and build confidence in their independence.

Sometimes the best support is simply helping someone get out, enjoy the day, and be part of the world around them.

12/03/2026

Strong women. Smart women. Kind women. Slightly chaotic selfie energy women. All in one frame.

Feeling extra grateful today to be part of an organisation powered by incredible women. From our amazing founder who built this vision, to our service manager who keeps everything moving, to the rostering team, HR, after hours support, and so many others behind the scenes… this place runs on some seriously strong women energy.

With the busy schedules we all run, we did not get a chance to celebrate International Women’s Day on the day itself. But this week we finally paused, gathered, and enjoyed a great lunch together at Meat Flour Wine Berwick.

It was a nice moment to sit down, laugh, and reflect on all the incredible things achieved by our team.

Happy (slightly delayed) Women’s Day to the incredible women in our organisation and everywhere.

10/03/2026

Sometimes the most beautiful acts of kindness happen quietly.

Over the past year, our very own team member has been volunteering with the Be My Eyes app. No announcements. No spotlight. Just quietly showing up when someone, somewhere in the world, needed a little help seeing something.

connects people who are blind or have low vision with volunteers through a simple video call. It might be helping someone read an expiry date on a carton of milk, checking the colour of a shirt, or identifying something on a screen. Small moments. Simple questions. But for the person on the other side, it can mean independence, confidence, and dignity.

And for the past year, our team member has been one of the voices answering those calls.

What makes this even more special is that volunteers often wait weeks or even months for their phone to ring. But when it does, it means someone has trusted a complete stranger to help them navigate a moment in their day.

It is a reminder that accessibility and inclusion are not always about big campaigns or grand gestures. Sometimes, it is about taking a few minutes out of your day to help someone see the world a little more clearly.

We are incredibly proud to have people in our team who care deeply about making a difference, even in ways that no one else sees.

If you would like to be part of something like this, visit Be My Eyes or download the app and start helping someone today. https://www.bemyeyes.com/

06/03/2026

The 2026 Winter Paralympics are starting today ❄️

We are super excited and we are going to be your unofficial cheerleaders and news carriers over the next few days, sharing updates and celebrating some incredible Australian women competing at the Games.
Keep an eye out for:

• Lynn Marie Cullen – Biathlon
• Liana France – Alpine Skiing
• Georgia Gunew – Alpine Skiing
• Lauren Parker – Cross Country Skiing
• Amanda Reid – Snowboarding

Let’s cheer them on as they represent Australia on the world stage. 🇦🇺

Watch Live 9Now

The stage is set. The countdown is over. The world watched the Olympics and now it’s time for the Paralympics.❄️🇦🇺

Our Australian Paralympic Team is ready to take on the slopes at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Games. Our athletes are ready to push limits.

This is no encore.
📅 The Games begin 6 March
📺 Watch live and free on 9Now

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01/03/2026

feels electric right now.

(6 to 10 March 2026) along the Yarra.
F1 Australian Grand Prix Prix (12 to 15 March 2026) taking over Albert Park.

The city is buzzing with culture, sport and community energy, with Moomba lighting up the skyline with nightly fireworks throughout the festival.

What stands out beyond the crowds though is accessibility.

From step free access, accessible viewing areas and quiet spaces at Moomba, to inclusive seating, companion access and accessible facilities at the Grand Prix, these events are increasingly designed so more people can participate, not just attend. Events like fireworks displays also highlight why thoughtful planning, clear event information, and quiet or low sensory spaces matter for many attendees.

Accessibility is slowly becoming part of event design, not an afterthought.

A vibrant city is not defined by how many events it hosts, but by how many people can truly experience them.

Melbourne is vibing this March and moving toward inclusion too.

If you are heading to these events, take a moment to notice and make use of the accessible features available and help ensure everyone around you can enjoy the experience equally. Inclusion works best when all of us play a part.

Image Reference: moomba.melbourne.vic.gov.au

25/02/2026

We have recently been exploring , a technology that is changing how people who are blind or have low vision navigate public spaces.

implemented this technology across its entire Melbourne network to enhance accessibility for passengers who are blind or have low vision.

Over 1,700 tram stops and more than 500 trams now feature high contract, coloured codes that can be scanned using a smartphone.

We really got to agree that this app is powerful, as it uses high contrast digital markers that can be detected from a distance and scanned without precise alignment. No awkward zooming. No hunting for the perfect angle. Just real time audio guidance that actually works.

What we appreciate most is how practical it is. This is not accessibility as a checkbox. It is accessibility that gives people independence.

Image Reference: Yarra Trams

23/02/2026

Supporting participants with complex care needs requires more than compassion. It requires skill, confidence, and ongoing training.

At our organisation, our support workers receive structured training in areas such as PEG feeding, seizure management, behaviour support implementation, medication assistance, and infection control.

We believe that well trained staff create safer environments, stronger outcomes, and greater peace of mind for participants and families.

Quality support begins with quality preparation. Because complex care deserves competence, dignity, and respect.

To learn more about how we train and support our team, read the full blog here:
https://www.homecareexperts.com.au/training-support-workers-for-complex-care-needs/

19/02/2026

Understanding and managing emotions is an important part of overall wellbeing 💛

From practicing mindfulness and identifying triggers, to staying active and seeking support, small daily habits can make a big difference in how we respond to life’s challenges.

We believe emotional wellbeing is just as important as physical health. Supporting our community means creating safe spaces to talk, reflect, and grow together.

If you or someone you care about needs support, know that you are not alone.