Everlight Aged Care Solutions

04/09/2026

We’re excited to share our new Everlight Aged Care Solutions website is now live!

Our new website better reflects who we are today, the services we provide, and the many ways our team can support individuals and families as they navigate aged care.

Whether you’re considering Residential Aged Care, trying to understand Support at Home, or simply need independent guidance on what to do next, we’ve created the site to make it easier to find clear, practical information and understand how Everlight can help.

We’re proud of how Everlight has grown, but our focus remains the same: providing independent, impartial and compassionate aged care guidance when it matters most.

Take a look at our new website:

everlightacs.com.au

Send a message to learn more

28/08/2026

We’re always grateful when families share their experience with Everlight. Knowing our support made a difference during such an important time means a great deal to our team.

Thank you for your kind words and for placing your trust in us.

26/08/2026

We’re very pleased to welcome Kristie to the Everlight Aged Care Solutions team!

Kristie brings many years of experience across aged care and community services, including care management, client services, leadership and community engagement. Most importantly, she shares our passion for supporting older Australians and their families with genuine care and compassion.

Outside of work, Kristie enjoys sailing, swimming, hiking, getting creative and being involved in her local community.

Kristie has already been a wonderful addition to our growing team, and we’re very excited to have her on board.

Please join us in welcoming Kristie to Everlight.

24/08/2026

CHSP extended until 30 June 2029

The Australian Government has announced that the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) will be extended for a further two years, until 30 June 2029.

This is an important update for the approximately 830,000 older Australians who currently access CHSP services.

CHSP provides entry-level support to help older Australians remain living safely and independently at home. This can include services such as domestic assistance, transport, meals, personal care, social support, home maintenance and some health-related services.

The program had previously been expected to transition into the Support at Home program from July 2027. This extension means CHSP will continue until at least 30 June 2029, providing greater certainty for older Australians, their families and service providers.

So, what does this mean for you? If you currently receive CHSP services, there is no need to move across to Support at Home in July 2027 simply because of the previously proposed transition date.

If you are beginning to need some help at home, CHSP also remains an important pathway to consider. It is designed for people who need a lower level of assistance to maintain their independence, while Support at Home is generally intended for people with more significant or ongoing care needs.

Understanding which aged care pathway is right for you isn't always straightforward.

Everlight Aged Care Solutions provides independent guidance to help older Australians and their families understand their options and navigate the aged care system with confidence.

Plan Today. Peace of Mind Tomorrow.

14/08/2026

We need to do better.

This ABC Four Corners story is difficult to read, but it highlights an issue that many older Australians and their families are experiencing every day.

Almost 100,000 Australians are currently waiting for an aged care assessment. And importantly, receiving an assessment does not necessarily mean support starts immediately. For many people, there can then be a further wait for the appropriate Support at Home funding to become available.

During that time, people’s needs don’t stand still.

Health can deteriorate. Family carers can become exhausted. Hospital admissions can occur. And in some cases, people may reach a point where remaining safely and independently at home is no longer possible.

At Everlight Aged Care Solutions, we strongly support the principle of helping older Australians remain living independently in their own homes for as long as it is safe and appropriate to do so.

But for that principle to work, the system supporting it needs to be accessible, responsive and timely.

There has been significant reform across aged care in recent years, and there is much that is positive about the direction of that reform. But stories like this remind us that there is still important work to be done.

We need a system that identifies changing needs earlier, responds before families reach crisis point, and provides older Australians with the right support at the right time.

Because ultimately, aged care reform should be measured by the experience of the people who rely upon it.

We can, and should, continue to do better.

A long-time ABC reporter is one of nearly 100,000 Australians waiting on a crucial aged-care assessment.

12/08/2026

Are You Benefiting from Your Partner's Support at Home Package?

Many older Australians are surprised to learn that the support they receive at home may actually be linked to their partner's aged care package rather than their own assessed needs.

Over time, it is common for services funded through one person's Home Care Package or Support at Home funding to benefit both members of a couple. Domestic assistance, meal preparation, shopping support, transport, and other services often become part of the household routine.

While this arrangement may work well today, it is important to consider what could happen if circumstances change.

If your partner is admitted to hospital, their Support at Home services may be placed on hold while they receive hospital care. If they move permanently into residential aged care, or pass away, their package and funded services will cease. If they are admitted for residential respite only, their package will generally remain on hold until they return home. This can leave the remaining spouse without the support they have come to rely on and facing an urgent need to navigate the aged care system during an already stressful time.

Planning ahead can help protect your independence and wellbeing.

Ask yourselt:

• Would I be able to manage safely at home without my partner's package?
• Have my own care and support needs ever been formally assessed?
• Do I have a plan in place if my circumstances change unexpectedly?

Having your own My Aged Care assessment and ensuring your individual needs are recognised can help provide continuity of support and reduce the risk of finding yourself without essential services when you need them most.
The best time to plan is before a crisis occurs.

At Everlight Aged Care Solutions, we help older Australians and their families understand their options, prepare for future care needs, and navigate the aged care system with confidence.

If you would like to discuss your circumstances or learn more about planning ahead, we would be delighted to assist.

03/08/2026

Everlight Aged Care Solutions recently had the pleasure of presenting to the wonderful residents of Oak Tree Group Retirement Village, Pelican Waters and what a fantastic morning it was!

The session sparked some incredibly thoughtful and important conversations about aged care, planning for the future, and understanding the support available to help people remain independent for as long as possible.

We discussed topics including:
• Support at Home services and how to access them
• The importance of having an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) in place
• Planning ahead to ensure your wishes are known and respected
• Understanding the aged care system before a crisis occurs

One of the most common situations we encounter is families seeking guidance when a sudden health event or crisis has already occurred. During these challenging times, decisions often need to be made quickly, which can add stress and uncertainty for everyone involved.

By planning ahead, understanding the services available, and having important documents and conversations in place, individuals and families can have greater control over future outcomes. It allows wishes to be considered, options to be explored, and decisions to be made with confidence during difficult times.

Thank you to the residents and team at Oaktree Retirement Village for your warm welcome, engagement, and thoughtful questions. We thoroughly enjoyed sharing our knowledge and helping to empower residents to make informed decisions about their future.

Huge thanks to Village Manager, Cheryl for inviting us!

If you are a Village Manager or live in a retirement/lifestyle complex and feel your community would benefit from a visit from our specialist team, please reach out.

We would be delighted to present to your community, answer questions, and provide practical information to help residents and their families better understand the aged care journey and the importance of planning ahead.

30/07/2026

Sharing a few of the many kind words our clients have shared with us.

Every family’s experience is different, but one thing remains the same, our commitment to providing compassionate, independent guidance and support when it’s needed most.

To every client and family who has trusted Everlight, thank you. Your feedback inspires us every day.

08/07/2026

During a recent meeting with a client to discuss aged care services for her husband, it became apparent that she did not recognise herself as a carer.

After reading our Everlight "Are You a Carer?" information leaflet, she became quite emotional as she realised that the description reflected her own experience. She commented that she had always believed that what she was doing was simply “what you sign up for as a wife."

This realisation prompted her to reflect on the personal sacrifices she has made in her caring role. She acknowledged that caring for her husband had affected her mood and emotional wellbeing, reduced her ability to stay connected with friends and social groups, and led her to neglect her own health. She shared that she had been postponing her own health checks and medical appointments in order to prioritise her husband's healthcare needs.

The discussion highlighted the importance of supporting carers to identify with their caring role, recognise the impact it has on their own wellbeing, and understand that seeking support for themselves is both deserved and essential.

Are you a carer?

Many people only recognise themselves as a carer when a loved one begins to experience physical challenges, when they can no longer walk unaided, need assistance with showering, or require help getting dressed.

But caring extends far beyond physical support.
What happens when your loved one experiences a decline in cognition? Do you remind them to take their medication, or administrator it for them? Do you monitor whether they are drinking enough fluids, eating regular meals, or maintaining personal hygiene such as brushing their teeth?

If you are providing this type of support, you are a carer.
Many people do not identify with the term 'carer' because they see what they do as simply helping a spouse, parent, family member or friend. As a result, they often miss out on support, information and services available to them. Over time, this can lead to exhaustion, stress and carer burnout.

Carers play a vital role in helping loved ones remain safe, healthy and independent. However, when the carer becomes overwhelmed, experiences ongoing stress, or carries feelings of guilt without seeking support the consequences can be significant. In some cases, both the carer and the person they care for may experience a health crisis requiring a hospital admission.

Looking after yourself is not selfish, it is essential!

If you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling to cope, or unsure where to turn for advice and support, reach out to Everlight Aged Care Solutions. Our team can help connect you with information, services and practical strategies to support you and your loved one.

05/07/2026

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. Thank you for trusting Everlight to support your aged care journey.