Melville Cares & Western Suburbs Cares - The Heart of Community Care

22/06/2026

A heartfelt thank you to this team member from Bunnings Warehouse Australia (Melville) who went above and beyond for our Melville Cares Friendship Club members.

Our group braved the rain for an eagerly awaited trip, only to be met with a torrential downpour on arrival. Without hesitation, this kind team member guided the group to the trades entrance, allowing the bus to park undercover and helping everyone safely disembark out of the rain.

His thoughtfulness ensured we could start our outing with smiles instead of soggy shoes!

16/06/2026

Meet Senior Support Worker Amber.

“I love working at Melville Cares because it is very family-oriented,” says Amber. “Being part of a workplace that values its staff and creates such a positive, supportive environment has been incredibly rewarding,” she says.

One of the highlights of Amber’s time with Melville Cares has been progressing into a Senior Support Worker role while continuing to feel supported by her team.

Clients describe Amber as friendly, approachable and always willing to help - she speaks clearly and spends time explaining everything.

Thank you Amber, for supporting clients to live well at home.

15/06/2026

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, one in six older Australians experience elder abuse and family members are responsible for approximately half of those cases.

Elder abuse is not OK and should not be tolerated, today or any day. Visit Advocare for support:
https://advocare.org.au/elder-abuse/about-elder-abuse/

11/06/2026

Have you written a letter lately?🖊️📃

In a wonderful collaboration, Melville Cares Friendship Club and the local Booragoon Primary School Camp Australia OSHC Program have created a Pen Pal program. Each week, students and club members exchange letters, getting to know each other through their writing and drawings.

Many Friendship Club members have enthusiastically embraced the program. Lee, Jean, Jeanne, Iris (pictured below) and other valued club members have been exchanging letters with students from Kindy through to Year 6, building connections and friendships beyond the classroom.

Members look forward to writing and receiving letters, taking great care in their messages and showing genuine interest in their pen pals’ lives. We can’t wait to see these connections continue to flourish!

It is a lovely reminder of the power of simple acts like letter writing in creating connection, kindness, and community.

A big thank you to Olivia Cooper, Service Leader from Camp Australia Booragoon, for reaching out to start this initiative.

09/06/2026

🐾 This June, our Care Partners and their four-legged friends are stepping up for a great cause, taking part in the Cancer Council Australia 50km Dog Walk for Cancer.

With our wonderful dogs leading the way, every step and wag will help raise funds for life-saving cancer research, prevention programs and support services for people affected by cancer.

Find our more here:
https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/fundraisers/

08/06/2026

☕ Pop the kettle on and settle in with our Winter Newsletter.

Inside you'll find heartwarming stories from our clients, volunteers and team members, practical tips for staying well this winter, and updates on how we're supporting people to stay connected and live well at home.

Stay warm and happy reading!

https://melvillecares.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Cares-Connect-Newsletter-Winter-2026.pdf

04/06/2026

Join our friendly team of volunteer drivers. We'd love to have you on board!

Ph 9319 0900 or email [email protected] to find out how.

We believe older people's lives should be as fulfilling as at any stage of life. Our home cares services make it easier for older people to live an independent and a connected life from the comfort and safety of their own home.

03/06/2026

We've been busy in the garden at the Friendship Club! A big thank you to valued member Lee for generously donating her beautiful ponytail tree, and to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to help dig and plant it.

We enjoyed getting out in the garden and sharing ideas, while creating a welcoming outdoor space.🪴🪴

02/06/2026

Music has always played a big part in the life of Melville Cares client and Consumer Committee Member Bobbie.

Through her volunteer work with people living with dementia and their carers, Bobbie continues to see the difference music can make - creating moments of connection, joy and belonging.

In this lovely profile by the City of Melville, Bobbie shares her volunteering journey and why helping others through music remains such a rewarding part of her life.

Thank you, Bobbie, for the care, energy and enthusiasm you bring to our community.

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27/05/2026

🌟 Join Our Team at Melville Cares! 🌟

We are seeking a passionate and organised Care Partner / Coordinator to join our Team.

This rewarding role involves supporting older people in our community through person-centred care, care coordination, client assessments, and collaboration with families and healthcare professionals under the Support at Home (SAH) and CHSP programs.

What we’re looking for:
✔ Experience in aged care or community services
✔ Strong communication and organisational skills
✔ Certificate IV in a relevant field
✔ Passion for supporting older people to live independently

Why join us?
✨ Supportive team culture
✨ Meaningful and rewarding work
✨ Opportunity to make a real difference in the community

If you are passionate about supporting older people to live independently and thrive in their community, we would love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now at Care Partner/ Coordinator -

Join Melville Cares as a Care Partner and make a real difference in the lives of older people!