Rise

19/10/2026

Speaking up for older Australians 🏛️

Last week, our General Manager – Service Delivery, Suzanna Robertson, travelled to Parliament House in Canberra with aged care providers from across the country. Together, they met with politicians, including the Minister for Aged Care and Seniors, to talk about what older people need from the aged care system.

The message was simple: older Australians deserve care that’s properly funded, now and into the future.

Thank you to Ageing Australia for bringing the sector together.

08/10/2026

Today we celebrated Mental Health Week with Thrive Fest, a free community day at Swan View Youth Centre, with stalls, music, food and games.

Luke from our Youth Services team said the day was about raising awareness of mental health in the community. "Having all the stallholders here shows the community that support is out there and how to access it."

For Jackie, one of the people we support, the sensory room was a highlight. "When I went in there my hands were shaking because I've been a bit stressed, but instantly I took a breath and all that negativity and tension left."

We've supported Graeme for about 10 years. He said, "It's good to find out what services are around to help us in our daily life, and I've been able to catch up with people I haven't seen for about a year."

Thank you to everyone who came along, to our partners who ran stalls and helped make the day happen, and to the Western Australian Association for Mental Health for funding the day as part of Mental Health Week 2026.

05/10/2026

Showing up for mental health looks different for everyone. Sometimes it's a hard conversation. Sometimes it's a sausage sizzle and live music in the sun. 🌞

This WA Mental Health Week, we're hosting Thrive Fest, a free community day out with stalls, music, food and games. It's all about this year's theme, Taking Control in the Face of Change: resilience, optimism, and the small things that help us look after our wellbeing.

📅 Thursday 8 October, 11am to 2pm
📍 Swan View Youth Centre, 108 Salisbury Road Swan View
Free and open to everyone aged 12+

Bring your family, your friends, your neighbour who's always up for a day out. We'd love to see you there.

Questions? Call us on (08) 6274 3700 or email [email protected]

Thrive Fest is funded by the Western Australian Association for Mental Health as part of WA Mental Health Week 2026. Together, let's build a mentally healthy WA. See you Thursday.

30/09/2026

Caroline Beales has been named a finalist for Dementia Change Champion of the Year 💙

Members of the Rise team recently attended the 12th Dementia Symposium, hosted by Alzheimer's WA, where the announcement was made. It's well-deserved recognition for Caroline's passion and advocacy for people living with dementia, their families and carers. Congratulations, Caroline!

It was a great day of learning, too. We heard about WA's new State Dementia Action Plan and the "Home Remains Home" campaign, and heard directly from carers about their experiences.

18/09/2026

Calling all young creatives aged 12–17! 🎨

Our Arts Hub is a welcoming space where you can meet new friends, learn new skills, and have a whole lot of fun.

On offer: art and craft (think painting, clay, textiles and more), music and karaoke, cooking up a storm, and wellness sessions like yoga and meditation. Whatever you're into, there's a spot for you.

📍 12 Dorchester Ave, Warwick
🕒 3pm–6pm

This program runs through NDIS Core Supports funding — not sure if you're eligible? No stress, just get in touch and we'll help you figure it out.

Contact Sandra on 0439 710 639 or [email protected]

14/09/2026

We're celebrating Mental Health Week with a free community day out.

Thrive Fest brings together stalls, music, food and games under this year's theme, "Taking Control in the Face of Change."

📍 Swan View Youth Centre, 108 Salisbury Road Swan View
📅 Thursday 8 October
🕚 11:00am to 2:00pm
🎉 Free community stalls, live music, food and drinks, games and more
👪 Open to everyone 12+, bring the whole crew

Come along, bring your people, and help us make it a big one. See you at Brown Park Oval!

Questions? Contact (08) 6274 3700 or [email protected]
This event is funded by the Western Australian Association for Mental Health as part of Mental Health Week 2026 (4 to 11 October).

09/09/2026

Tomorrow is R U OK? Day, a reminder that just being there can be enough.

04/09/2026

Trev and his dragon🐉

Trevor has been a familiar face at the Rise Arts Hub for over four years, and his latest creation is this vibrant wood-burned dragon.

Trev enjoys the art as much as the company — he's always keen for a chat with fellow members, and he loves making pieces to share with his friends and family.

28/08/2026

💜 Today is Wear it Purple Day!

This year's theme, Colours of Courage, is a reminder that bravery doesn't always look loud.

At Rise, we're proud to stand with our LGBTIQA+ team members, the people we support, and their families. Their courage, quiet and loud, helps shape a Rise that's safer, more welcoming, and more inclusive for everyone.

However you're marking the day, whether it's a purple shirt, a purple lanyard, or just starting a conversation, thank you for showing up for our rainbow community.

19/08/2026

The Guardian is inviting Australians living with dementia, and the people who care for them, to share their stories. It's a chance for real experiences to shape how dementia is understood and talked about more broadly.

https://www.theguardian.com/global/2026/aug/19/australians-living-with-dementia-reader-callout?

Tell us about your experience and what supports and awareness are needed for our new series