Silverchain

29/10/2026

Connection and community are at the heart of what we do at Silverchain. This week we hosted some of our donor community at the The Lester Prize, one of Australia’s most prestigious portraiture prizes, to say thank you. It was a powerful reminder that art and care are both centred around community: they require deeply personal experiences, connection and compassion.

Everyone we care for at Silverchain has a story to tell, just as the Lester Prize finalists do. They deserve the best care and support to stay safe at home, maintain their independence and feel connected to their community.

Behind every Silverchain research project, innovation, and improvement in care is someone wanting to remain safe at home, to maintain their independence, and to feel truly connected to their community.

If you'd like to make a donation to Silverchain Foundation so we can bring better home care to those who need it most, and those who have no one else, please donate now via the link the comments.

📸From left: Russell Tyler, Silverchain Foundation Sterling Supporter, and Bronwyn Perry, Executive Director, Silverchain Foundation. Russell gives in memory of his wife, Jackie, who passed away in 2022. His generosity helps make compassionate care possible for other families.

29/10/2026

Congratulations to Almira Tanala on receiving the Clinical Placements with Older People (CPOP) Outstanding Preceptor Award.

Nominated by a student from the University of the Sunshine Coast, Almira was recognised for the positive impact she has had in supporting and mentoring future nurses during their placement experience.

At Silverchain, we know great learning experiences are shaped by passionate clinicians who generously share their knowledge, expertise and encouragement. Almira's recognition reflects the important role our nurses play in developing the next generation of health care professionals while delivering best care.

Congratulations, Almira, and thank you for making such a meaningful difference to both our clients and future nurses.

27/10/2026

Amy Heap never lived in the cottage that carried her name, but her generosity made it possible.

An artist for Perth’s Western Mail newspaper, where Silverchain’s story began in 1905, Amy retired to Albany, where her legacy lasted long after her passing in 1956.

A gift in her and her brother Frederick’s Will to Silverchain, built a cottage for district nurses, so they could care for and serve the local community in Albany.

As we celebrate 80 years of care in Albany, we remember Amy, one of our Silverchain Heritage Heroes.

Learn more about Amy’s story here: https://loom.ly/a0IIJZg

As Silverchain prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary in Albany, Western Australia’s southernmost town and port, we look back to a very special woman and her cottage.

25/10/2026

Meet our local care team at the Sunshine Coast Community Aged Care Expo and learn more about our in home aged care services, and government funding options that may be available to you.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
📍Location: Venue 114. 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina
🌐 RSVP: https://silverchaingroup.org/4zwiEnb

20/10/2026

Can a sausage roll or a serve of ice cream help heal a wound?

Our teams are trialling a new approach to one of the most under-the-radar conditions in aged care: chronic leg wounds, sometimes called "Leaky Legs". Together with Edith Cowan University (ECU) and Curtin University, we're testing whether everyday foods, packed with extra vegetables and protein, can help our clients heal faster.

Silverchain client Peter, 80, has lived with leg wounds since he was a teenager and was one of the first to try the nutrient rich food. His verdict? "I am not used to having green ice-cream, but it tasted quite nice and was a great way to get your veges in!"

Watch the full story below:

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/188S36MG9P/

20/10/2026

Congratulations to Silverchain therapy assistant Natasha Centis, who has been recognised with a Gold Star Bravery Award from Royal Life Saving Society WA.

Natasha received the award at Kings Park and was presented by His Excellency the Honourable Christopher John Dawson AC APM, Governor of Western Australia.

The award recognised Natasha’s quick actions after she helped save the life of a man who was choking at a Perth restaurant in Hillarys.

When Natasha saw the man was unable to breathe, she quickly adapted her approach to support his mobility needs and worked to clear the blockage. She stayed with him until paramedics arrived and helped update his family.

Natasha completes annual first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training through Royal Life Saving WA, supported by Silverchain. Her quick thinking and calm care made a life changing difference.

We are proud to celebrate Natasha and her bravery. 💙

18/10/2026

Meet our local care team at the Gold Coast Community Aged Care Expo and learn more about our in home aged care services, and government funding options that may be available to you.

📅 Date: Thursday, 22 October
📍 Location: Southport RSL, 36 Scarborough Street, Southport.
🌐 RSVP: https://silverchaingroup.org/47GMytn

15/10/2026

Our Support at Home Information Sessions are underway. We’ve already connected with local communities in Mandurah and Inglewood, with Forrestfield, Noranda, and Albany coming up next.

Join us to understand your in home aged care options, and to have your questions answered by our expert care teams, so you can make an informed decision about your care.

To see our upcoming events, visit https://loom.ly/h1zI7uk or call 1300 650 803 for more information.

📍 Can't see a session near you? Let us know where you'd like us to visit next in the comments below.

14/10/2026

Today is Allied Health Professions Day, and the theme “For everyone, everywhere” couldn’t be more fitting.

At Silverchain, our 700+ allied health clinicians including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Psychology, Speech Pathology, Podiatry, Social Work, Dietetics, Therapy Assistance, and Pharmacy, combine their expertise to deliver exceptional, multidisciplinary care. We’re proud to support our team as they work at the top of their scope, leading innovation in home and community care across Australia.

Thank you to all our Allied Health professionals for your dedication and impact.

12/10/2026

Carers supporting older Australians with mental health conditions at home often face stigma that few people see.

For National Carers Week (11 to 17 October), our *Carer Voices gallery shares 11 video stories based on the experiences of family carers who support older people with depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.

Experience the gallery: https://loom.ly/kma-KCo

*To protect carers' privacy, the stories are told using actors and representative images.