West Coast HomeCare in Port Lincoln, South Australia | Community organisation

West Coast HomeCare

Locality: Port Lincoln, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8682 2177

Address: 4 Eyre Street 5606 Port Lincoln, SA, Australia

Website: https://westcoasthomecare.com

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25.01.2022 COVID-19 continues to pose a very real threat to our community. In response to the State Government’s circuit breaker restrictions announced 12.30pm today, ...18 November 2020, COTA SA advises all older South Australians to follow the directive to stay at home over the next six days from midnight tonight. We encourage family members, friends and carers of vulnerable older people to make arrangements to provide appropriate care and support for older people during this period wherever possible. See our latest e-news for our full statement today as well as other updates http://ow.ly/y3iW50CnAKu

25.01.2022 Every Australian should have the chance and the choice to learn, to work, to be involved and to have their voice heard. That's the message to be shared during Social Inclusion Week. #SIW20 #isoinclusion [Infographic]... 18.3% of Australians reported living with disability in 2015 28.5% of Australia's estimated resident population was born overseas 11% of Australians are of diverse sexual orientation, sex or gender identity 281,100 Australians with disability aged 15+ years and living in households reported they had experienced discrimination or unfair treatment because of their disability in the last 12 months 300+ languages spoken at home, including Australian Sign Language 42% LGBTI people hide their sexuality or gender at social and community events More than 1/3 of women and more than 1/4 of men aged 15+ years had avoided situations because of their disability 21% of Australians speak a language other than English at home 2.8% of people living in Australia identified as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander in the 2016 Census 2,900,000 people in Australia live below the internationally accepted poverty line 60% of same-sex attracted and gender-questioning young people said they experienced verbal abuse because of their sexuality 18% reported experiencing physical abuse Indigenous Australians are still not recognised in the Constitution

24.01.2022 SA's renewed restrictions for COVID-19 have limited some of the ideas for activities and events to celebrate Social Inclusion Week but here are some suggestions: A social inclusion display in your office or meeting venue. A short story competition around the theme Connect, Collaborate and Celebrate! A library exhibition around the themes of social inclusion.... Morning or afternoon tea with local elderly. An online debate or a discussion group on barriers to social inclusion. An exhibit celebrating the diversity of your community. A photo display in community halls of ‘snapshots’ of our community. Student artwork competition using the theme Connect, Collaborate and Celebrate! #SIW20 #isoinclusion

21.01.2022 The Stay At Home Directive came into effect last night at midnight and is in place until 12:01am Wednesday 25th November. We can do this, SA!

21.01.2022 Did you know West Coast Homecare is a registered NDIS provider? Speak to us today about how we can support you and your family through our home care services. Call our friendly team on 8682 2177 for more information.

20.01.2022 Social inclusion is a cornerstone of modern society, yet many members of our community don’t have a sense of belonging. They are often lonely and in their isolation become unwell, unhappy, and may even give up on life. This is especially so for members of the community who are living alone, are poor, elderly, homeless, living with disability or illness or coping with family breakdown. ... Social Inclusion Week is a call for generosity of spirit from those who have much to those who have little. This doesn’t just mean people with material wealth, but those who have happy lives, and warm hearts that are open to others. Listen in to this conversation about inclusion here: https://youtu.be/pBBirlVxVsg #SIW20 #isoinclusion

16.01.2022 CAN YOU HELP US? Employment is one of the critical issues we identified for this year's State Budget. We’re looking for older South Australians who are unemploy...ed or have had to retire because they couldn’t find work, to possibly share their story with TV media tomorrow. If you are this person or you know someone, we'd love to hear from you - you can call us on 08 8232 0422 or drop us an email on [email protected]

13.01.2022 While the individual's actions are deplorable, it is great news that our SA lockdown will be ending early!

13.01.2022 Image: Mountain along coastline Text: Some people look for a beautiful place. Others make a place beautiful.

11.01.2022 Once a ballet dancer, always a ballet dancer! With all the uncertainty around the latest COVID-19 outbreak in SA, here is a beautiful video to brighten your day. Although suffering Alzheimer's, Marta Cinta, once a prima ballerina in the the 60's, remembers Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake".... * Credit Música para Despertar who work so hard to show the benefits of music with Alzheimer's & other dementias.

10.01.2022 107 YEARS YOUNG We thought we'd start the week by showing you more of Tumby Bay's 107-year-old Dorothy Harris. She still lives at home, walks unaided and has lived an extraordinary life, working hard to support her 11 children.

07.01.2022 Social inclusion is about all of us showing that we not only care about our own personal wellbeing and security, but that as a community we are able to look after ourselves as well as looking after those who cannot, for whatever reason. #SIW20 #isoinclusion

05.01.2022 One in ten people over the age of 65 have dementia compared to three in 10 people over the age of 85. We can assist you to remain independent for as long as possible. Contact us today to find out more about our services.

04.01.2022 Exercise outside of the home is now permitted, and can be done with members of the same household. All other restrictions under the Stay at Home Direction will... remain in place until midnight Saturday. From 12:01am Sunday, restrictions will be eased and South Australia Police will provide details shortly.

02.01.2022 UPDATE ON HOSPITAL VISITING Due to COVID-19 Stay at Home restrictions, the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network is restricting general hospital visits for th...e six days of lockdown. These restrictions mean only the following visitors will be allowed: - If a family member is nearing the end of their life, family members should contact the Director of Nursing of the relevant facility to make arrangements for a visit. - For birthing, a child’s parent is allowed to visit but no one else. - Paediatric patients are allowed one designated adult to visit per stay. - One support person can escort patients attending Emergency Departments and urgent outpatient appointments. Those visitors will have to wear a surgical mask at all times and adhere to visitor requirements. All other visitors will be asked to return home. We appreciate your support to stop the spread of COVID-19.

02.01.2022 West Coast Homecare's 2019/2020 Annual and Financial Report is now available to view online. https://westcoasthomecare.com//Annual-Report-2019-20-20201

02.01.2022 One of the simplest things we can do to build caring and inclusive communities is to reach out to those around us, especially during this year of #isoinclusion #SIW20

01.01.2022 CONNECT, COLLABORATE & CELEBRATE! 21st to 29th November 2020 Social Inclusion Week (SIW) Australia is about encouraging communities to reconnect and be inclusive of all cultures, age groups, nationalities and abilities.... Social Inclusion Week aims to help all Australians feel included and valued, giving everyone the opportunity to participate fully in society. Created by Dr Jonathon Welch AM, founder of the award winning Choir of Hard Knocks, Social Inclusion Week is about connecting local communities, workmates, family and friends, in order to build and strengthen relationships or networks and address isolation and exclusion of those who may be marginalised. Here at West Coast Homecare, we believe it is imperative that all members of society are valued and respected. #siw20 #isoinclusion