Five Good Friends

06/10/2026

Why do people live longer, happier lives at home?

The answer is friendship.

Good friendships keep us happier and healthier as we age. Staying connected with family, friends and community is everything. That’s why Five Good Friends is about more than great home care.

Every single visit helps the people we serve stay connected to their community.

Full, independent lives.
In your own home.
Valued and in control.

With Five Good Friends, you’re among friends.

11/09/2026

We love hearing from our Members. Helping you maintain your independence and stay connected to the community you love is at the heart of everything we do ❤️

09/09/2026

Getting older brings change.

Some of it welcome, some of it hard.
It’s okay to feel overwhelmed by it.
It’s okay to ask for help.

A conversation, a shared meal, someone to walk alongside you — small moments of connection can make all the difference.

This R U OK Day, reach out to someone who might need it. And if you or someone you love could use a little extra support, we’re here.

📞 Contact 1300 787 581 to learn more.

04/09/2026

Shayle spent her career helping others: as a mediator, and later volunteering with the Red Cross, and as an ambassador at Mater Hospital.

Three and a half years ago, a brain tumour diagnosis meant she needed more support of her own. What mattered most to her didn't change: her garden, her community, her family, her independence.

"I just cannot imagine being regimented," she says. "Living well at home means everything. Absolute everything."

04/09/2026

Community connection has been the theme of our past few weeks, and we're loving it. 💛

Our team has been out and about — from aged care and seniors expos, to the Rotary Club of Capalaba's High Tea fundraiser, to learning about the wonderful work of The Forgotten Women, and even cheering on the Donald Simpson Community Centre's A Million Dreams show.

Different events, different faces — but the same message everywhere: people want to feel connected, supported and part of something.

It's a reminder of what we believe at Five Good Friends — keeping people connected to the life and community they love.

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and stories with us.

22/08/2026

21/08/2026

We are deeply sorry to hear of the sudden closure of Nightingale Home Care based in Geelong. Our hearts go out to the people who are in need of care and to the people who have supported them. We are here to help if you are in need of assistance.

30/07/2026

Happy International Friendship Day from Five Good Friends! 🤝💙

18/06/2026

We love hearing from our Members.

It is a privilege to be trusted with your care ♥️.