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A Celebration of Love, Community, and New Beginnings
Sarah and Mark on the day of their proposal. Mark and Sarah’s friends and family thought they were just gathering for her milestone...


Above and Beyond
We often say our work is about walking alongside people, especially in moments when they feel most alone. For many of the people we...


R U OK?
R U OK? Day on 11 September is a powerful reminder of the importance of caring conversations. We believe checking in on someone’s mental...


Women’s Health Week - Say Yes To You
When was the last time you said yes to yourself? Not yes to your kids. Not yes to your partner, boss, or family. Yes to you . For so many...


Hope Isn’t Just a Feeling, It’s a Path Forward
Have you ever felt stuck? Not just for a day, but in a way that makes the future feel smaller — as if choices have closed, routines have...


How Hope Works: One Step at a Time
When Anita first joined the walking group, she stayed on the sidelines, hood up, hands in her pockets. She had been spending most of her days at home, speaking to no one outside her care team. The idea of joining a group made her feel sick, but with her support worker by her side, she gave it a try.


National Homelessness Week 2025: Homelessness Action Now
From Monday, 4 August to Sunday, 10 August, communities across Australia will observe National Homelessness Week 2025, a campaign...


Healing Together: How Community Supports Recovery and Purpose
Healing looks different for everyone. At Choice Community Health, we believe that connection—quiet, respectful, and real—can help people rediscover their sense of purpose.


Australia’s Loneliness Epidemic
Loneliness is now linked to a 29% increased risk of heart disease, higher rates of anxiety and depression, and cognitive decline in older adults. Its impact on life expectancy is comparable to smoking or obesity.


What if support looked more like neighbourly connection? That’s what we’re building.
Healing doesn’t always come through therapy rooms or medical plans. Sometimes, it begins with a cold beer on a hot day, a quiet deck, and...


One Community, Many Eyes
As NAIDOC Week 2025 approaches, we arrive at a truly significant milestone: fifty years dedicated to honouring and elevating Aboriginal...


Community as the Foundation of Wellbeing
Sometimes, transformation begins with something as simple as a shared cuppa or an invitation to join a walking group. At Choice, we’ve seen how consistent, respectful connection can spark change – not through grand gestures, but through everyday moments of presence. From Companionship Support for older adults to Psychosocial Recovery Coaching and inclusive Social Groups, our services are designed to foster real belonging.


What If Support Felt Like Belonging?
For many people, genuine connection can be the difference between simply getting through the day and finding something to look forward to. Strong community ties aren’t just comforting, they are protective. They help build resilience, improve wellbeing, and create space for real recovery.
But connection doesn’t come easily for everyone. Barriers like inaccessible spaces, social stigma, or communication challenges often make it harder to take that first step. That is why inclu


Reclaiming Culture, Confidence and Connection
Steve wasn’t just looking for support. He was searching for belonging. Through quiet trust, cultural connection, and gentle encouragement, he found his voice, his dignity, and a community that truly saw him. This is what real inclusion looks like. Not just access. Belonging.


7 Things a Narcissist Will Always Say to Manipulate — and How I Learned to Respond
I didn’t realise I was dealing with a narcissist until I was deep into a cycle of self-doubt, guilt, and confusion. They didn’t wear a...


Breaking the Stigma of Age
A reflection on the deep connections we often overlook with older generations, exploring the impact of meaningful conversations and how aged


From Corporate to Compassion: Emma’s Role as a Support Coordinator
Emma’s path to becoming a support coordinator wasn’t something she had always planned, but looking back, it feels like a natural...


NDIS Empowering First Nations: Mark’s Journey to Reclaim His Past and Build a Bright Future
Mark’s journey from oppression to independence highlights resilience, cultural reconnection, and the transformative power of community suppo


Goals, Waves, and New Beginnings: Rion's Path to Reconnection
When Rion was referred to Choice Community Health in 2021, he and his Family were looking for some help. Once an avid surfer, Rion had...


Domestic Support: Underating services in the Home Care Sector
Domestic support is vital for carers and participants but undervalued under NDIS funding constraints


Navigating Case Management in Aged Care Home Care Packages
Case management in HCP offers tailored support to manage care and funding for aged Australians.


NDIS Changes Threaten Support for Psychosocial Disabilities: Social Implications Explored
Legislative changes to NDIS eligibility may cause individuals with psychosocial disabilities to lose essential supports, leading to increase


A Legacy of Love: How Jeremy Found Support to Stay in His Family Home
This story is one we see often with Aged Care Home Care Packages (HCP's), though each one is as unique as the person living it. Jeremy...


Breaking Cycles: Brett’s Story of Transformation and New Beginnings
When Brett first joined us at Choice Community Health, he was at a crossroads. Recently out of prison for driving his motorbike...


Beyond Patient Care: How Research Drives Allied Health Innovation
Allied health professionals (AHPs) are on the front lines of care, often engaging with patients in ways that go beyond traditional...


The New Wave of Allied Health: Adapting to Meet Modern Needs
The allied health sector is facing a time of rapid change and growth, driven by the shifting needs of communities and advancements in...


The Hidden Changes to NDIS Eligibility: Implications of Section 30 and 30a.
Is it just me, or is it difficult to find clear information about Section 30 of the new NDIS legislation? With the recent updates, NDIS...


More Than a Meal: How Cooking Creates Community at Choice
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of watching the Choice program grow into something truly special. In its humble beginnings, it was...


What You Need to Know About Medicare in Australia: A Closer Look at the Coverage and Benefits
Medicare is Australia's public healthcare system, designed to provide all citizens and permanent residents with essential medical...


From Isolation to Inclusion: The Power of Accessible Activity Groups in Care Services
Accessable, participant-focused social groups are vital for holistic well-being in NDIS and aged care


NDIS Reforms Set to Roll Out: What You Need to Know
Parliament has approved a new wave of reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), set to take effect from October 3....
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