Jill
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Leads the ACT
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Care near you Canberra
Canberra · Australian Capital Territory
Private home care in Canberra
Friendly, practical support at home, matched to who you are. Tell us where you live in Canberra and what would help, and your care coordinator will talk through what we can arrange for you.
- A care coordinator calls within 2 business days
- Matched by interests, language and personality
- Police-checked and vetted companions
- No ongoing contract for everyday support
Who to know in Canberra
Talk to us
We're here Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm Canberra time. Or write to us and we'll reply within one business day.
What we can help with in Canberra
Everyday support, one team, one coordinator. Pick what suits, and change it whenever life does.
- Companionship & social connectionConversation, company and a friendly, familiar face.
- ShoppingGroceries and everyday essentials, together or on their behalf.
- Meal preparationNutritious, home-cooked meals made to taste.
- Light housekeepingKeeping the home tidy, fresh and comfortable.
- Technology assistanceHelp with phones, video calls, tablets and staying connected.
- Transport to appointmentsSafe, unhurried rides to and from appointments.
- Social outingsTrips out for a coffee, an event or a change of scene.
- Exercise or walking supportGentle activity and walks at their own pace.
- Respite for family carersA trusted break for family who do the caring.
- GardeningMowing, weeding, pruning and tidying, so the garden stays a pleasure.
- HandymanSmall repairs and odd jobs around the home, done properly.
- PaintingA fresh coat for a room, a fence or a front door.
- Electrical workA licensed electrician for power points, lights and faults.
- PlumbingA licensed plumber for taps, leaks, toilets and blocked drains.
Ideas for visits in Canberra
Visits are built around what you enjoy. Here are a few things people might choose to do.
A stroll by Lake Burley Griffin
A gentle walk at your own pace, with a chat and a rest whenever you like.
Morning tea at the National Botanic Gardens
Time among the plants, then a cuppa and a sit-down.
A visit to the National Gallery
Something beautiful to look at and talk about, as long or as short as suits.
A look around Parliament House
The building, the gardens and the stories behind them, at an unhurried pace.
These are just ideas, not a list of where we go. Your care coordinator will talk through what we can arrange.
Matched to you, not just your task
We choose companions for who they are as well as what they do: shared interests, language and personality. Your care coordinator talks it through with you and explains why they suggested each person.
How matching works →- Shared interests
- Same language
- Personality fit
- Shared hobbies
- Chatty or calm
- Right days & times
How it works
Tell us what would help
A short form, for yourself or someone you look after. No account needed.
We call you
A care coordinator calls you within 2 business days to talk it through.
We meet
We get to know you: interests, language and the days that suit.
Carefully checked companions
Every companion completes a National Police Check, identity verification and two reference checks. Where a State or Territory operates a Working With Vulnerable People scheme covering this work, our companions hold that clearance as well.
How we check companions →Your first conversation
Before any care starts, a care coordinator comes to meet you.
We meet you in your home where we can, and we allow an hour.
What your care looks like →Wondering about the cost? It's from $120 an hour, including GST, and you'll always see the full price before you book. What it costs →
Living somewhere else?
Looking after a parent from another city? You can arrange care from wherever you live, with one call.
We also welcome enquiries in
Where do you operate?
We're welcoming enquiries in Canberra, Sydney and Perth. Tell us where you live and a care coordinator will talk through what we can arrange.
Care near you →How soon will I hear back?
A care coordinator calls you within 2 business days to talk through what you need and answer your questions.
Get started →What does it cost?
From $120 per hour including GST. The price of each visit depends on the support you choose, the day and time, and where you live. You will always see the full price before you book.
What it costs →Looking for care in Canberra?
Tell us a little about who the care is for. A care coordinator will call you within 2 business days.
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