The Carers - Home Care Service

10/12/2025

☀️ Summer 2025–26 Alert: Protecting Older People from Heat Stress ☀️

With rising temperatures, summer brings a much higher risk of heat-related illness for older people. For aged care providers, carers and support workers, now is the time to prepare and take steps to prevent heat stress before it becomes dangerous.

🔥 Heat is Australia’s deadliest natural hazard
Each year, heat causes more deaths than any other natural hazard. During heatwaves, the toll can reach into the hundreds.

👵👴 People over 65 are at highest risk
Older people’s bodies don’t respond to sudden stress as efficiently as younger people’s. For example, their skin doesn’t sweat and cool the body as effectively. Because of this, heat-related illness can worsen very quickly, leading to rapid health decline — and even death.

🚨 Early signs of heat-related illness to watch for:

Sudden rise in body temperature

Confusion or altered mental state

Seizures

Nausea or vomiting

Loss of consciousness

Weak, rapid pulse

If you notice any of these symptoms in an older person, it is a medical emergency.
👉 Begin first aid immediately to cool them down
👉 Call emergency services without delay

Let’s work together to stay alert, stay prepared, and keep aged Australians safe this summer. 💛☀️

11/11/2025

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

Today, on Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the brave men and women who served — and continue to serve — our country with courage and sacrifice.

At The Carers, we are privileged to support many veterans and their families in our community. Their stories remind us of the strength, resilience, and dedication that built the Australia we cherish today.

At 11am, we join the nation in a moment of silence to remember and reflect.

Lest We Forget. ❤️🇦🇺

15/10/2025

Great to get a visit from our ELDAC (End of Life Directions for Aged Care) facilitator – Jules (pictured on right with staff from The Carers) from Queensland last week to help guide us in building The Carers approach to delivering high quality palliative care support to our clients. Through support from ELDAC we have provided valuable training and support to our wonderful care staff as we prepare to deliver palliative care support in WA under Support at Home on November 1, 2025.

03/10/2025

😊💛 Happy World Smile Day! 💛😊

A simple smile can brighten someone’s whole day – and in caring, it’s often the little things that make the biggest difference. 🌟

At The Carers, we see the power of a smile every day. Whether it’s from a client, a family member, or our wonderful staff, each smile is a reminder of kindness, connection, and joy. 💙

Let’s all share a smile today – it costs nothing but means everything!

01/10/2025

🌏✨ International Day of Older Persons – October 1st ✨🌏

Today, we join the world in celebrating the invaluable contributions of older people in our families, communities, and society. 💙

At The Carers, we believe every person deserves to age with dignity, independence, and respect. Our role as a home care provider is not just to support daily needs, but to honour the wisdom, experience, and stories that our older community members share with us each day. 🌿

Let’s take a moment to appreciate and thank the older persons in our lives who continue to inspire us. 💐

21/09/2025

💜 World Alzheimer’s Day – 21 September 💜

Today, we recognise the strength of those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and honour the families and carers who support them every day. 🌿

At The Carers, we provide compassionate, person-centred home care in Perth, helping loved ones remain safe, comfortable, and connected in their own homes. 💕

Let’s work together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure that no family walks this journey alone.

📞 If you or a loved one needs support, our caring team is here for you.

15/09/2025

🌿 Dementia Action Week 2025 🌿
This week, we stand together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support people living with dementia and their families. 💜
At The Carers, we know that living well with dementia is possible — with the right care, understanding, and compassion. Our dedicated team provides personalised home care to help clients stay safe, comfortable, and connected in the place they love most: home.
Let’s create a community where people living with dementia are respected, supported, and included.
📞 If you or your loved one needs support, reach out to us today — we’re here to help.

25/08/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring Carers! 🌟

Are you looking for a rewarding career in aged care?
Join The Carers and make a real difference by supporting older clients in their own homes and in the community. 💜

✨ What we offer:
✅ Full training and ongoing support
✅ $40+ per hour + paid travel between clients
✅ Start as casual with the opportunity for permanent part-time
✅ Morning (7–11am) & evening (4–8pm) shifts

✨ What we’re looking for:
✔️ Enthusiastic and caring individuals
✔️ Flexibility with days/times
✔️ Preferably located around Fremantle to Leeming
✔️ Cert III in Aged Care OR relevant experience (preferred but not essential)

📌 Requirements:

Permanent residency

Current police clearance

Reliable car + driver’s licence

Smartphone

2 referees

💡 No two days are the same, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Come and join our amazing team — you won’t regret it!

👉 Apply now and start your journey with The Carers!

07/08/2025

💙 Happy Aged Care Employee Day! 💙
Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible carers who are the heart of our home care community.

To our dedicated team — thank you for the kindness, patience, and dignity you bring into every home you visit. Your compassion transforms lives, and your support means the world to the clients and families who rely on you each day.

You go above and beyond, often behind the scenes, and today we shine the spotlight on you.

👏 Thank you for all that you do — not just today, but every day. 👏

28/07/2025

🟡 World Hepatitis Day – 28 July 2025 🟡

Your liver matters—especially as we age. 💛

Today is World Hepatitis Day, a global reminder of how important liver health is—particularly for older Australians. Many people living with hepatitis don’t realise they have it until complications arise. Regular health checks and early detection can make a big difference.

👵👴 As a dedicated home care provider, we encourage our clients, families, and carers to:
✔️ Talk to your GP about hepatitis testing and vaccinations
✔️ Stay informed about liver-friendly diets and medications
✔️ Keep up with regular check-ups

Good health starts at home—and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🏡💬

📍Based in Perth | Supporting our WA community with compassionate, personalised home care services.

23/07/2025

🚨 Job Opportunity in Home Care Cleaning🚨

The Carers is hiring experienced cleaning staff on a casual basis to support elderly clients in their homes.
📅 Work: Wednesdays & Thursdays
⏱️ 10 hrs/week | 💰 $38.56/hr
📍 Areas: Fremantle to Leeming

✅ Must have:

Aged care experience (1 year)

Full driver's licence + reliable car

Police clearance

Permanent residency

Smartphone & 2 referees

💼 Apply with your resume including your suburb — applications missing these will be rejected.

👉 Email: Recruitment@thecarers.com.au

“The Carers” cares for our staff so you can care for our clients.

21/07/2025

🌟 Great Resource for Palliative Care! 🌟

ELDAC has released a new Home Care App that can really make a difference in supporting palliative care for clients in home settings. This app is a fantastic tool for us as care providers and for all the carers out there. It will complement the training and ongoing support we receive through the ELDAC partner program.

I highly recommend checking it out—it's designed to help us deliver better care!
🔗 ELDAC Home Care App

The Home Care App supports Australian aged care support workers (care workers) in caring for older Australians approaching the end of life in the home care setting. The Home Care App has been designed to help home care workers to provide end of life and palliative care to their clients, whilst suppo...