Active Community Group

Active Community Group 🩷We are a Support at Home (SaH) and Commonwealth Home Care Programme(CHSP) Provider
🩷We provide quality home care support and services for senior residents

🧠 數位健康與認知障礙症：澳洲照護新趨勢對於家庭和專業人士來說，隨時掌握認知障礙症照護的最新發展有時會感到吃力。但好消息是，業界正積極擁抱創新方法，幫助患者更長久地維持良好生活品質。以下是幾個關鍵進展：✅ 早期檢測： 您知道嗎？在澳洲，高達...
02/07/2026

🧠 數位健康與認知障礙症：澳洲照護新趨勢
對於家庭和專業人士來說，隨時掌握認知障礙症照護的最新發展有時會感到吃力。但好消息是，業界正積極擁抱創新方法，幫助患者更長久地維持良好生活品質。
以下是幾個關鍵進展：
✅ 早期檢測： 您知道嗎？在澳洲，高達 76% 的認知障礙症確診者在診斷時已進入中晚期。為此，Dementia Australia 推出了免費應用程式 BrainTrack，讓用戶能私下追蹤自己的認知變化，並生成報告與家庭醫生討論，作為進一步評估的起點。
✅ 康復服務的權利： 目前有一股推動力量，確保認知障礙症患者能獲得康復服務。澳洲政府正投資建立 Dementia Rehabilitation Knowledge Hub，為醫護人員和家庭提供實證資源，從診斷那一刻起就支持患者的獨立生活能力。
焦點正從單純「管理病情」轉向「積極支持功能與復原」。作為專業人士或家庭成員，我們可以幫助挑戰圍繞認知障礙症的污名，並倡導患者獲得所需的康復服務。
🔗 了解更多關於 BrainTrack 的資訊：https://www.dementia.org.au/braintrack
#失智症照護 #數位健康 #澳洲照護

🧠 Digital Health & Dementia: New Trends in Australian CareStaying on top of the latest in dementia care can feel overwhe...
02/07/2026

🧠 Digital Health & Dementia: New Trends in Australian Care
Staying on top of the latest in dementia care can feel overwhelming, but there's good news, the sector is embracing innovation to help people live well for longer.
Here are some key developments:
✅ Early Detection: Did you know up to 76% of Australians diagnosed with dementia are already in the later stages? Dementia Australia's free app, BrainTrack, allows users to privately monitor their cognition and share reports with their GP for early assessment.
✅ Right to Rehabilitation: A growing movement is ensuring people with dementia have access to rehab services. The Australian Government is investing in the Dementia Rehabilitation Knowledge Hub, providing resources to support independence, skill development, and recovery from the point of diagnosis.
The focus is shifting from "managing" to "supporting ability." As professionals and families, we can challenge stigma and advocate for better access to care.
🔗 Learn more about BrainTrack here: https://www.dementia.org.au/braintrack

📣 是時候多一點居家支援了嗎？留意這三大徵兆。「需要額外幫助」這話題，對很多人來說並不容易開口。但其實，我們不必等到危機發生才行動。在澳洲，獲政府資助的居家護理服務，輪候時間可長達 12 個月。及早察覺這些小小的「求救訊號」，是維持您或家人...
25/06/2026

📣 是時候多一點居家支援了嗎？留意這三大徵兆。
「需要額外幫助」這話題，對很多人來說並不容易開口。但其實，我們不必等到危機發生才行動。
在澳洲，獲政府資助的居家護理服務，輪候時間可長達 12 個月。及早察覺這些小小的「求救訊號」，是維持您或家人獨立與安全的關鍵。
👀 以下三個溫和指標，值得我們多加留意：
1️⃣ 家裡變得「太安靜」了嗎？
發現碗盤開始堆積，或花園雜草叢生？當日常家務變得吃力，往往代表體力正在下降。多一點專業支援，能幫您恢復生活的秩序。
2️⃣ 正餐被跳過或忘記了？
冰箱裡有過期食物，或體重無故下降？準備餐點可能已成為挑戰。均衡的營養是健康的基石，在購物和烹飪上得到協助，就能帶來巨大改善。
3️⃣ 您自己也感到筋疲力竭？
如果您是主要照顧者，請留意自己的身心狀態。疲憊和憂慮是最明確的訊號。暫託（喘息）服務能讓您休息充電，同時確保摯愛獲得專業照顧。
❤️ 請記住：尋求協助並不是失去獨立，而是為了更長久地維持獨立自主的生活。
如果您或家人正面對這些情況，歡迎私訊我們，或留言「+1」，讓我們為您提供專業的建議，找出最合適的支援方案！
#居家護理 #澳洲生活 #長者照顧 #喘息服務 #獨立自主

📣 Is it time for more home support? Watch for these 3 signs.For many people, talking about "needing extra help" isn't ea...
24/06/2026

📣 Is it time for more home support? Watch for these 3 signs.
For many people, talking about "needing extra help" isn't easy. But the truth is, we don't have to wait until a crisis happens to speak up.
In Australia, wait times for government-funded home care packages can be up to 12 months. Recognising these small "early warning signs" early on is key to maintaining independence and safety for you or your loved ones.
👀 Here are 3 gentle indicators worth paying attention to:
1️⃣ Has your home become "too quiet"?
Noticing dishes piling up or the garden becoming overgrown? When daily chores start to feel overwhelming, it often means bending, lifting, or keeping up with routines is getting harder. A little professional support can help restore order and peace of mind.
2️⃣ Are meals being skipped or forgotten?
Finding expired food in the fridge, or noticing unexplained weight loss? Meal preparation may have become a challenge. Good nutrition is essential for strength and wellbeing, and a bit of help with shopping and cooking can make a world of difference.
3️⃣ Are you feeling exhausted too?
If you're a primary caregiver, stress and fatigue can build up quickly. This is one of the clearest signs that it's time to consider support. Respite care gives you a chance to rest and recharge, while ensuring your loved one receives compassionate, professional care.
❤️ Remember: asking for help isn't about losing independence – it's about keeping it for longer.
If you or a family member are facing any of these signs, feel free to DM us or comment "+1" below. We're here to listen, offer professional advice, and help you find the right support options for your needs.

您有沒有注意到身邊的長者可能正在感到孤單？💙本週是 「世界孤獨意識週」（6 月 15 日至 21 日），旨在喚起大眾對長者孤獨問題日益嚴重的關注。孤獨感會對身心健康造成重大影響，但一個簡單的探訪，往往就能為他們的生活帶來巨大的改變。澳洲政府...
18/06/2026

您有沒有注意到身邊的長者可能正在感到孤單？💙
本週是 「世界孤獨意識週」（6 月 15 日至 21 日），旨在喚起大眾對長者孤獨問題日益嚴重的關注。孤獨感會對身心健康造成重大影響，但一個簡單的探訪，往往就能為他們的生活帶來巨大的改變。
澳洲政府的 「長者義工探訪計劃」（Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme, ACVVS） 正是為了應對這個問題而設，透過配對義工定期探訪，為長者建立真摯的社交連結與陪伴。
哪些人士符合資格？
符合以下條件的長者：
✔️ 正接受政府資助的安老院舍護理（residential aged care）或「居家支援服務」（Support at Home）
✔️ 已獲批准或正在「國家優先系統」（National Priority System）上輪候安老院舍護理或「居家支援服務」
✔️ 面臨社交孤立
探訪形式靈活，可以是一起喝杯茶、聊聊天，或是在附近散散步。重點在於分享友誼與真誠的連結，志工每年至少會探訪 20 次。
最新消息：
由 7 月 1 日起，ACVVS 將透過新一輪撥款繼續運作，並由全澳各地新的社區組織提供服務。
如果您或您認識的長者需要一位友善的訪客，又或者您有興趣成為志工，歡迎透過以下連結了解更多。讓我們一起幫助社區中的長者保持與社會的聯繫。
🔗 了解更多「長者義工探訪計劃」詳情：
https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/aged-care-volunteer-visitors-scheme-acvvs?language=en

🌟 福華居家服務 全力支援您的居家高齡護理需求！
https://www.activecg.com.au/
作為政府認可的「居家支援計劃」（Support at Home）及「聯邦居居家支援服務計劃」（Commonwealth Home Support Programme, CHSP）服務提供者，Active Community Group 致力為長者提供優質、貼心的居家護理服務，涵蓋個人護理、家務協助、膳食準備、社交支援等，讓您或您的家人能夠安心在家安享晚年。
更重要的是，作為我們的客戶，我們亦可以協助配對適合的義工定期上門探訪，為您帶來溫暖的陪伴與社交連結，讓關懷真正走進家中。 歡迎聯絡我們，了解如何透過政府資助獲得合適的居家護理服務！
#高齡護理 #孤獨意識週 #活躍社區小組 #支持長者 #居家護理 #社交連結

Have you noticed an older person in your life who might be feeling lonely? 💙This week is World Loneliness Awareness Week...
18/06/2026

Have you noticed an older person in your life who might be feeling lonely? 💙
This week is World Loneliness Awareness Week (15–21 June), a time to shine a light on the growing need to support older people experiencing loneliness and social isolation. Loneliness can have a significant impact on health and wellbeing, but a simple visit can make a world of difference.
The Australian Government's Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) helps tackle this issue by connecting older people with a volunteer visitor for regular companionship and social connection.
Who is eligible?
Older people who:
✔️ Receive government-funded residential aged care or Support at Home
✔️ Are approved for or on the National Priority System for residential aged care or Support at Home
✔️ Are socially isolated
Visits are flexible and can be as simple as enjoying a chat over a cuppa or taking a short walk together. It's about sharing friendship and genuine connection, with volunteers visiting at least 20 times per year.
What's new?
From 1 July, the ACVVS will continue with new grant funding and new community organisations delivering services across Australia.
If you or someone you know would benefit from a friendly visitor, or if you're interested in becoming a volunteer, find out more at the link below. Let's help our older community members stay connected.
🔗 Learn more about the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/aged-care-volunteer-visitors-scheme-acvvs?language=en
🌟 Active Community Group – Your Trusted Partner in Home Aged Care! https://www.activecg.com.au/
As a government-approved provider of Support at Home and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) , Active Community Group is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate in-home care services, including personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, social support, and more – so you or your loved ones can age comfortably and safely at home. Even better, for our clients, we can also help find and match a suitable volunteer for regular home visits, bringing warmth, companionship, and genuine connection right to your doorstep. Contact us today to find out how you can access government-funded home care services tailored to your needs!

🤔 生病、跌倒或出院回家後，長者康復支援…你可能錯過了一個16週的獨立資助計劃？生病、跌倒或出院回家後，許多長者最需要的不是「長期照顧」，而是「重新站起來的能力」。澳洲政府將於2025年11月在新的 Support at Home 制度中，...
11/06/2026

🤔 生病、跌倒或出院回家後，長者康復支援…你可能錯過了一個16週的獨立資助計劃？
生病、跌倒或出院回家後，許多長者最需要的不是「長期照顧」，而是「重新站起來的能力」。
澳洲政府將於2025年11月在新的 Support at Home 制度中，推出一項短期復能服務——康復支援計劃（Restorative Care Pathway），專門幫助長者把握關鍵恢復期，重拾在家獨立生活的能力。
✨ 這不是長期照顧，而是最長16週的「密集復能計劃」
✨ 重點不是幫你做，而是教你重新自己做
💰 獨立資金，不影響原有服務
計劃提供約 $6,000 的專項資助，與一般居家服務預算分開，專門用於：
• 物理治療（肌力、平衡、步行）
• 職能治療（生活技能、居家安全）
• 護理服務（用藥、健康監測）
• 營養、語言、足部護理等
👤 誰適合？
經由 Aged Care Assessment 評估後，若長者：
• 出院後需要短期復健
• 跌倒或疾病後功能明顯下降
• 走路、洗澡、煮飯變得吃力
• 有明確復原目標，願意參與治療
❌ 不適用情況： 正在使用 Transition Care、已入住永久照護機構、過去12個月已用過2次、或正接受生命末期照護。
🔄 可與居家服務並行
康復支援計劃可以和一般的 Support at Home 服務（如家務協助）同時使用，但不能與 Transition Care 重疊。
✅ 你不需要先有 Support at Home 才能申請——任何人都可以透過評估申請。
📞 申請流程
1️⃣ 註冊 My Aged Care（1800 200 422）
2️⃣ 接受居家照顧評估
3️⃣ 獲批後制定16週復能計劃
💡 一句話總結：這項計劃不是「幫你多做一些」，而是「幫你重新站起來」。
如果家中有長者剛出院或功能明顯退化，不妨問問評估團隊是否符合資格。把握恢復黃金期，少一點依賴，多一點尊嚴。
👉 分享給身邊可能需要這項資訊的家人和朋友。
🔔 關注我們，掌握更多澳洲長者照顧與居家支援新資訊！
#澳洲長者照顧 #康復支援計劃 #居家支援 #短期復能 #出院準備 #長者復健 #物理治療 #職能治療 #重新站起來 #獨立生活 #澳洲2025新制

🤔 After illness, a fall, or coming home from hospital… could you be missing a 16-week separate funding program for older...
11/06/2026

🤔 After illness, a fall, or coming home from hospital… could you be missing a 16-week separate funding program for older adult rehabilitation?
After an illness, a fall, or a hospital stay, many older adults don't need more "care" – they need a chance to rebuild their ability to live independently again.
Launching in November 2025 under Australia's new Support at Home program, the Restorative Care Pathway is a short‑term restorative care plan designed to help older adults regain function, not just receive ongoing support.
✨ Up to 16 weeks of intensive, goal‑focused restorative care
✨ The focus is on "doing with you," not "doing for you"
💰 Separate funding –it will not affect your usual services
The pathway provides approximately $6,000 in dedicated funding (separate from your standard Support at Home budget), covering:
• Physiotherapy (strength, balance, mobility)
• Occupational therapy (daily living skills, home safety)
• Nursing services (medication, health monitoring)
• Nutrition, speech therapy, podiatry, and more
👤 Who is it for?
After an Aged Care Assessment, suitable for older adults who:
• Need short‑term rehab after a hospital discharge
• Have had a significant decline after a fall or illness
• Struggle with daily activities like walking, bathing, or cooking
• Have clear recovery goals and are willing to participate
❌ Not eligible if: currently on Transition Care, in permanent residential care, have used this pathway twice in the last 12 months, or are receiving end‑of‑life care.
🔄 Can be used alongside regular Support at Home services
You can receive restorative care (e.g. physiotherapy) at the same time as standard domestic assistance – but you cannot use this pathway while on Transition Care.
📞 How to apply:
1️⃣ Register with My Aged Care (1800 200 422)
2️⃣ Have an Aged Care Assessment
3️⃣ If approved, develop a 16‑week restorative care plan
💡 In short: this program isn't about "doing more for you" – it's about "helping you stand up again."
If you have an older family member who has recently been in hospital or has had a functional decline, ask your assessment team whether they qualify. Seize the critical recovery window – less dependence, more dignity.
👉 Share this with friends and family who might need to know.
🔔 Follow us for more updates on Australian aged care, home support, and new reforms!

📢 We’re Hiring! Domestic Assistant – Marion Council Area, SAActive Community Group is looking for a reliable and caring ...
10/06/2026

📢 We’re Hiring! Domestic Assistant – Marion Council Area, SA
Active Community Group is looking for a reliable and caring Domestic Assistant to join our team in the Marion Council area.
✅ Government-approved SaH and CHSP Provider
📍 Location: Marion Council Area, South Australia
📅 Advertised: 10/06/2026
✅ What we offer:
➡️Competitive Salary
➡️Flexible Working Hours – perfect for balancing other commitments
➡️Casual Roles – a great way to get started
➡️No Formal Certificate Required – training provided
➡️Make a Real Impact – support seniors in your community
📋 Requirements:
✔️Valid Police Check
✔️Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) – employee
✔️Own car
✔️Valid Driver Licence
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a real difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]
Tag someone who’d be perfect for this role! 👇

給正在家中接受照顧的長者帶來好消息 🇦🇺住在澳洲的長者及家人們，這是一個來自坎培拉的好消息。從 2026 年 10 月 1 日起，像淋浴、穿衣、以及大小便護理這類日常基本支援，將在「居家支援計劃」（Support at Home）下，從「個...
04/06/2026

給正在家中接受照顧的長者帶來好消息 🇦🇺
住在澳洲的長者及家人們，這是一個來自坎培拉的好消息。
從 2026 年 10 月 1 日起，像淋浴、穿衣、以及大小便護理這類日常基本支援，將在「居家支援計劃」（Support at Home）下，從「個人護理」重新歸類為 「臨床護理」。
這對你意味着什麼：
✅ 這些服務將由政府全額資助
✅ 此類護理服務無需再自付任何費用
✅ 相關變動會自動生效，無需重新評估
高齡及長者事務部長 Sam Rae 在聽取了許多長者的意見後，宣布這項耗資 10 億澳元（為期四年）的政策調整。許多長者反映，基本衛生照護關乎尊嚴，不應被視為可有可無的選項。在去年 11 月改革實施後，不少人士擔憂高昂的自費額會導致部分長者減少淋浴的次數。
Ageing Australia 行政總裁 Tom Symondson 對這項變動表示歡迎。他指出：「淋浴不僅關乎衛生與健康，更涉及基本的人類尊嚴。」
幾個需要注意的重點：
新措施於 2026 年 10 月 1 日生效，在此之前已繳付的費用不會獲得追溯退還。
其他家務服務（例如清潔、園藝、交通接送）仍可能需要按入息審查結果繳費。
此變動適用於「居家支援計劃」，而非「聯邦居家支持計劃」。
這項調整是一項重要的進步，它肯定將基本個人照護視為醫療必要的一部分，既是常識，也尊重了人的尊嚴。
身邊有需要知道這個消息的人嗎？請分享這篇貼文，讓更多人了解。💬
福華居家服務: https://www.activecg.com.au/
#高齡照護 #在家支援計劃 #長者服務 #澳洲政策 #居家護理 #老年尊嚴

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