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What Support at Home Means for You

The Australian Government will introduce the Support at Home program on 1 July 2025, a major change in how aged care is delivered nationwide. This new program will replace the Home Care Package (HCP) program. While the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) will remain in place, it is expected to transition to Support at Home

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Winter Games come to Castledare

Every year we host our residential winter games. This year’s games at Castledare were a resounding success, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of both residents and staff.  The atmosphere was electric with each team dress to impress in their team colours.The competitive spirit was evident as everyone competed in the games as cheers and laughter

Notre Dame University

Thanks for Stopping By! It was great to see you at the Notre Dame event — we loved having you at our speed coaching session!  To keep the momentum going, we’d love to hear a little more from you. Complete the short form below and you’ll go in the running to win a $100 Coles voucher.

Intergenerational Interactions

We had our inaugural Intergenerational Playgroup at St Vincent’s recently, and if the smiles are anything to go by, it was a hit!

Executive Team gives thanks

Big vision for Castledare – Congratulations to Sue Evans in her recent appointment as Facility Manager at Castledare.

Holden down but not out for Ian

The former mechanic has owned 20 Holdens, from an old FJ to a souped-up drag racing Commodore, and he has driven around the historic Bathurst racecourse six times!

Two ladies laughing and smiling at a shared table with balloons behind.

Care with Purpose – the Catholic Homes difference

Catholic Homes brings a distinct approach to aged care and living well that is making a positive impact on older people’s lives. Called Care with Purpose, our care model focuses on the individual: our qualified, experienced staff help our residents and clients reach their goals by letting them take reasonable risks and make the choices

Catholic Homes Chief Executive Darren Cutri

Welcome our new Chief Executive

Please welcome Darren Cutri to Catholic Homes! Darren commenced with us in January and he’s excited to take on his new role in leading and serving Catholic Homes as our Chief Executive. “It’s an honour and a privilege to help deliver our mission and vision,” he said. “We have great foundations and together we can

Care with Purpose in action

Out and About – News from our residences

Out and About is our monthly newsletter with highlights of our Care with Purpose approach. You are invited to read more about our unique model of care.