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On Sunday, 19th April 2026, CatholicCare Sydney’s Home Care team delivered a well-received session of the Navigating Aged Care Workshop to 150 seniors at the Liverpool Catholic Club.
CatholicCare Sydney’s Navigating Aged Care Workshop helps make the aged care system clearer, more approachable, and less daunting for families across Sydney. This free community event brought together local residents, older Australians, carers, and those planning for future support, to learn about Home Care and future planning options for themselves and their loved ones.
This workshop was led by Geoff Aigner, Executive Director ofAllied Health and Home Care and Catherine Gonzaga, Program Manager– Client Engagement from our Home Care team, who both delivered an engaging 60-minute session (with time for one-on-one advice and support after the presentation).
See the short video of the workshop - Why Home Care
Older Australians and their loved ones gained practical understanding of the My Aged Care system, eligibility criteria, funding options, and how to access Home Care support.
Many left with greater clarity on navigating assessments and services, reducing the confusion and uncertainty that often accompanies aged care planning.
The Navigating Aged Care Workshop championed staying safely at home longer through personalised Home Care packages through either the Commonwealth Home Support Program or the Support at Home program delivered through My Aged Care.
Attendees also learned how to access in-home services (such as personal care, domestic assistance, Allied Health and pastoral care) so they can make more informed choices aligned with their values, faith, and preferences.
This knowledge helps seniors and families plan proactively rather than ‘in crisis’ supporting older Australians to live with dignity and independently for longer.
Positive feedback from these workshops in the series consistently described them as “informative”, “very helpful” and “engaging” with strong turnout reflecting genuine community need.
These impacts align with broader goals of CatholicCare Sydney’s Navigating Aged CareWorkshop series to demystify reforms such as the transition to the Support at Home program and equipping people with tools to access timely, appropriate support.
No one should face Aged Care alone.
As Australia’s aged care system continues to evolve, with ongoing changes to assessments, funding, and service delivery; without clear guidance, many families face stress, delayed support, or unsuitable options.
These workshops bridge this gap by delivering free, accessible education that empowers older people and their loved ones to maintain independence, safety, and connection with community and faith.
CatholicCare Sydney’s Navigating Aged Care Workshop initiative reflects our commitment to proactive education, early intervention, and high-quality, values-driven Home Care services. Our person-centred approach has a proven positive impact, with high client satisfaction reported in Home Care services for those receiving support.
If you missed this workshop and would like more information on Home Care and future planning, or would like support with Home Care services, contact CatholicCare Sydney’s on 13 18 19 or visit http://www.catholiccare.org/senior-services for more information on Home Care packages.
Many thanks to the team at the Liverpool Catholic Club and the Fifty Plus Club for their support of this Navigating Aged Care Workshop, and to the dedicated Home Care team at CatholicCare Sydney for their outstanding contribution to our community.
