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Read up on the latest happenings at Community Based Support including stories about our community members, our team and any exciting developments we’ve got going on.
Dec 22, 2023
Overcoming Barriers: Neville’s story
Angela Frank can breathe a sigh of relief following a recent breakthrough in her father Neville’s care. Neville grapples with a medical condition that causes headaches, confusion, and memory loss, leading him to become… Read Article
Dec 02, 2023
A father’s love: Robert Higgins’s story
“We packed a lot of living into those few years.” Robert Higgins spoke softly on the phone, recalling memories of his father and of his quest to rediscover his resting place. “It was the… Read Article
Nov 04, 2023
Growing confidence: Jane’s Ageing Backwards experience
Jane Lowe has been feeling the physical and mental health benefits of attending the Ageing Backwards movement program ran by Community Based Support (CBS). “I didn’t want to go to the gym but needed… Read Article
Mar 23, 2023
Fiercely independent: Margaret’s story
Margaret Kay is an example of how pursuing interests can keep your mind and body active and provide a sense of purpose and fulfilment in life. Margaret’s passion for painting began over four decades… Read Article
Feb 27, 2023
Getting it right: Paul Dolzan’s story
Paul Dolzan never intended to work in the support sector, but a fortuitous encounter on a golf course changed that. A family friend was running a disability support organisation and suggested Paul work for… Read Article
Feb 09, 2023
Talking Point – Community Based Support committed to helping most vulnerable
Our services have adapted to the reforms within the aged and disability sector, writes Allyson Warrington There is no doubt emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic there are continuing challenges in the aged care and… Read Article
Nov 07, 2022
Making connections: Emma’s story
Emma Scott has been with Community Based Support for only 18 months and has already taken multiple opportunities to develop her career. Starting as an aged care coordinator, she worked closely with support workers… Read Article
Sep 27, 2022
Peace well deserved: Maria’s story
“I’m 87, I’m not complaining, I get great support and I am so grateful.” Maria Karsznia is happy with her lot in life, despite, or perhaps because of, her early childhood being fraught with… Read Article