Arete Care

27/07/2026

Understanding Parkinsonism

Parkinsonism is a term used to describe a group of neurological conditions that affect movement. Common symptoms can include tremors, muscle stiffness, slowed movement, and difficulties with balance and walking. While Parkinson's disease is the most recognised form, Parkinsonism can refer to several conditions that share similar symptoms.

Living with Parkinsonism can present daily challenges, and every person's experience is unique. Beyond movement-related symptoms, some individuals may also experience changes in communication, sleep, mood, and daily functioning.

Through the NDIS, people living with Parkinsonism may be able to access supports that promote independence, community participation, and improved quality of life. These supports can include assistance with daily living, social and community engagement, transport, therapy supports, and assistive technology, depending on individual needs and goals.

At Arete Care, we are committed to providing person-centred support that empowers individuals to live as independently as possible and stay connected to their communities. We work alongside participants to support their goals, encourage meaningful participation, and promote dignity, choice, and inclusion.

💙 Awareness helps build understanding. Understanding helps build more inclusive communities.

Learn more:
🔗 Parkinson's Australia: https://www.parkinsons.org.au
🔗 Parkinsonisms & Movement Disorders: https://www.parkinsons.org.au/parkinsonisms-and-movement-disorders/
🔗 NDIS Information: https://www.ndis.gov.au

24/07/2026

🏡 A Place to Feel Comfortable, Supported, and at Home

Finding the right home is about more than accessibility, it's about having a space that supports your independence while feeling welcoming, comfortable, and easy to live in.

Carluke is a beautifully designed High Physical Support (HPS) SDA home in Berwick, provided by SDA Living Australia, offering a modern and accessible environment for participants with complex support needs. With only two vacancies remaining, now is a great time to explore whether this home is the right fit.

✨ Features include:
• Private bedrooms with ensuites
• Open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas
• Height-adjustable kitchen bench
• Wheelchair accessible design
• Wide doorways and pathways
• Close to shops, public transport, parks and healthcare services

As the Supported Independent Living (SIL) provider, Arete Care delivers personalised day-to-day support tailored to each participant's goals, preferences, and routines. Our focus is on helping participants feel comfortable in their home, build independence, and enjoy meaningful everyday living.

If you're looking for a supportive place to call home for yourself or someone you support, we'd love to tell you more about Carluke and help you explore whether it's the right fit.

📞 1800 1 ARETE | 1800 1 27383
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aretecare.com.au

22/07/2026

Participant choice and control have always been at the heart of the NDIS. While the sector continues to evolve, the way we support participants every day remains just as important. Supporting choice isn't just about offering options.

It's about listening without assumptions, working together with participants and their support network, and creating an environment where people feel informed and empowered to make decisions that reflect their goals.

At Arete Care, we believe the best outcomes are achieved through collaboration. When participants, Support Coordinators, families, allied health professionals, and providers work together, we create supports that are meaningful, personalised, and sustainable.

We've shared a few reflections in this carousel on how providers can continue to keep participant choice at the centre of their practice.

How does your organisation help ensure participant choice remains part of everyday decision-making?

We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments.

20/07/2026

Finding the right place to call home isn't always easy, especially when you're navigating SIL and SDA options under the NDIS.

There are many accommodation choices across Melbourne, but knowing where to start and understanding how SIL and SDA work together can make all the difference.
That's why we've put together our latest Arete Insights blog: SIL and SDA Housing Melbourne: Exploring Accommodation Across Melbourne.

Whether you're a participant, family member, Support Coordinator, or allied health professional, this guide shares practical information to help you explore your options with confidence.

We hope it makes the journey just a little easier.

📖 Read the full blog on our website.
https://aretecare.com.au/2026/07/21/sil-and-sda-housing-melbourne/

16/07/2026

🏡 A Place to Feel Comfortable, Supported, and at Home

Finding the right home is about more than accessibility, it's about having a space that supports your independence while feeling welcoming, comfortable, and easy to live in.

Carluke is a beautifully designed High Physical Support (HPS) SDA home in Berwick, provided by SDA Living Australia, offering a modern and accessible environment for participants with complex support needs. With only two vacancies remaining, now is a great time to explore whether this home is the right fit.

✨ Features include:
• Private bedrooms with ensuites
• Open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas
• Height-adjustable kitchen bench
• Wheelchair accessible design
• Wide doorways and pathways
• Close to shops, public transport, parks and healthcare services

As an SIL provider, Arete Care delivers personalised day-to-day support tailored to each participant's goals, preferences, and routines. Our focus is on helping participants feel comfortable in their home, build independence, and enjoy meaningful everyday living.

If you're looking for a supportive place to call home for yourself or someone you support, we'd love to tell you more about Carluke and help you explore whether it's the right fit.

📞 1800 1 ARETE | 1800 1 27383
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aretecare.com.au

15/07/2026

Sometimes, it's the little things that have the biggest impact.

Whether it's choosing your daily routine, enjoying a favourite activity, or receiving the right support, small moments of care can help build confidence, support wellbeing, and encourage greater independence.

At Arete Care, we're here to support people to live life their way, one meaningful moment at a time.

💜 Because every small step matters.

14/07/2026

Understanding Bipolar Affective Disorder

Bipolar Affective Disorder is a mental health condition that causes significant changes in mood, energy levels, and the ability to carry out daily activities. A person may experience periods of elevated or unusually energetic moods, known as mania or hypomania, followed by periods of depression.

These mood changes are more than everyday ups and downs. They can affect relationships, work, study, and overall wellbeing. With the right support, treatment, and understanding, many people living with bipolar disorder lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.

At Arete Care, we understand that everyone's journey is unique. Through our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services, we provide personalised daily support in a safe and welcoming home environment.

Our experienced support team works alongside participants to build independence, establish healthy routines, develop life skills, and promote emotional wellbeing while respecting each person's goals and choices.
Whether it's assistance with daily living, medication prompts, community participation, or creating a stable and supportive environment, we're here to help participants live with confidence and greater independence.

If you or someone you know could benefit from SIL support, our team is here to help you explore your options and guide you through the process.

Together, we can create a supportive environment where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

10/07/2026

🏡 Sometimes, finding the right home changes everything.

Not because it's new or modern, but because it's a place where everyday life feels a little easier. A place where accessibility supports independence, where routines can flourish, and where people feel comfortable being themselves.

This High Physical Support SDA home in Officer, provided by Empowered Liveability, has been created with those everyday moments in mind. From accessible living spaces to private bedrooms and welcoming shared areas, every part of the home has been designed to support comfort and confidence.

For participants who require ongoing daily support, Arete Care also provides SIL services tailored to individual needs, goals, and routines.

If you're looking for a home that supports both independence and quality of life, we'd be happy to tell you more.

📞 1800 1 ARETE | 1800 1 27383
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aretecare.com.au

09/07/2026

Is quality disability supports defined by the services provided or by how well those services work together?

As Melbourne's NDIS landscape continues to evolve, participants and families are looking for more than individual supports. They're looking for providers who communicate, collaborate, and place their goals at the centre of every decision.

In our latest Arete Insights article, we explore why connected care is becoming an essential part of delivering high-quality disability support and how collaboration between participants, families, support coordinators, allied health professionals, and support providers can lead to more meaningful outcomes.

Whether you're an NDIS participant, family member, support coordinator, or allied health professional, this article offers practical insights into what connected care looks like and why it matters.

📖 Read the full article on our website:

https://aretecare.com.au/2026/07/09/ndis-provider-melbourne-connected-care/

What does connected care mean to you? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

Looking for an NDIS provider Melbourne? Discover how connected care improves disability support, independence, and participant outcomes.

07/07/2026

Last week was all about building meaningful connections.

On behalf of Arete Care, Aarav attended a morning breakfast with Belinda Toohey and other professionals from across the disability and community sectors. It was a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange ideas, and connect with others who share a commitment to improving outcomes for people living with disability.

We also attended the EdenCare Community Expo, where we caught up with support coordinators, allied health professionals, and community organisations, while making new connections across the sector.

Thank you to everyone we met throughout the week. We appreciate every opportunity to collaborate and build partnerships that make a positive difference in the lives of the people we support.