Sometimes a little bit of help at home can make a big difference. This was the case for John.
John lives at home with his wife of 58 years, Wendy, in the western suburbs of Adelaide.
Last November, John decided that he needed some extra help at home.
“I did my own research and looked at different providers,” explains John.
“After reviewing a number of services we chose UnitingSA.”
John, an accountant by profession, worked as the Chief Finance Officer at Stratco for 32 years. Until recently, he didn’t need help at home. But a health setback saw John need a little extra support.
“I’ve got vasculitis and my skin tears easily. Being able to get a nurse to come to my home to help me with dressings has been really helpful,” he says.
UnitingSA also helps John with other services including physiotherapy, transport to medical appointments, and help with household tasks such as ironing and cleaning.
John, who uses a walker, explains that something like putting a fitted sheet on a bed can be challenging.
“The support has made quite a difference. I like being independent in my own space.
“The staff are really friendly when I ring up. I’ve been really impressed so far.
“Our aim is to stay at home as long as we can,” explains John.
Support at Home is coming
On November 1 2025, a new Aged Care Act comes into effect.
The new Support at Home program will replace what we currently call Home Care Packages. Support at Home is an outcome of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
Every aged care and homecare provider across the country – including UnitingSA – is impacted by these changes.
Support at Home is all about helping you to stay independent for longer and to have more choice about the kind of support you get at home.
If you’re an existing client, UnitingSA’s dedicated Care Partners will work with you to determine the support you need and what the changes mean for you.
If you’re a new client, please give us a call and we can explore how we can help you to stay independent in your own home.