Proveda

25/05/2026

As came to a close yesterday, we wanted to say thank you to our volunteer community. 💙

Throughout the week, we took time to acknowledge the incredible volunteers who are part of our wider community. From a mid-week movie night (with everything from Sheep Detectives to The Devil Wears Prada 🎬), to a morning tea at our Batch 20 office café, it was a chance to come together, connect, and say thank you.

Across Proveda, more than 200 volunteers support our community in meaningful ways - from social connection and companionship, to helping deliver programs and events that bring people together. 🤝

Their contribution is one part of the wider circle of support that helps people feel more connected, supported and less lonely.

We’re so grateful for the time, care and energy they share with our community.

💻 More info at proveda.com.au/volunteer

20/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Gail, one of our dedicated volunteers, who was recognised last night at the 2026 Volunteer Awards at Warriewood Community Centre.

Gail was nominated and received a Mackellar Volunteer Award thanks to Dr Sophie Scamps MP, Federal Member for Mackellar, in recognition of her contribution to the local community.

For the past four years, Gail has been a constant, caring presence in the life of an older woman she supports-first in a retirement village and now in aged care. Through regular visits, she provides companionship, helps with small errands, and brings comfort through simple but meaningful gestures.

Whether it’s sharing a cup of tea in the garden, enjoying conversation, or offering practical support, Gail’s kindness has made a lasting difference.

Thank you, Gail, for the compassion, commitment, and care you bring to our community. 💙

💻 Find out more about volunteer opportunities with us at proveda.com.au/volunteer

19/05/2026

It's International Volunteer Week! 💙

Meet Bryce - one of our volunteers who spends every second Sunday visiting residents at a Chatswood aged care home, alongside his three-year-old daughter, Lily.

From conversations in the men’s group to games and everyday interactions, Bryce shares what volunteering means to him and the value of showing up as a familiar, consistent presence.

Having Lily there adds another layer of connection, creating simple, intergenerational moments during each visit.

Bryce is one of more than 200 volunteers who give their time, care and companionship to people across our community.

💻 To learn more about volunteering with Proveda, visit proveda.com.au/volunteer

15/05/2026

Our next FREE Mindful Moments – Dementia Coffee Catch Up will be held on Tuesday 26 May ☕

Come along to a relaxed space for people living with memory loss or dementia, along with their carers and loved ones, to have a coffee and connect with others in the community.

Sam Humphreys, our Dementia Specialist, will be there for a chat and to offer support if needed.

📍 The Forest Hotel, Frenchs Forest
📅 26 May
⏰ 10:00am - 11:00am
💻 Register proveda.com.au/event/mindful-moments-dementia-coffee-catch-up/2026-08-25

13/05/2026

🌼 National Palliative Care Week

This week, we are proud to support National Palliative Care Week and to lead Dying to Know Day, encouraging meaningful conversations about what matters most at the end of life.

Palliative care is not about dying - it’s about living as well as possible, for as long as possible, with dignity, comfort and support.

Through Dying to Know, we host and support a range of community‑led events that create space for these important conversations around end‑of‑life planning.

💻 Find out more at proveda.com.au/community-programs/dying-to-know

12/05/2026

Happy International Nurses Day 💙

Today we celebrate our nurses and the vital role they play in caring for our loved ones.

Did you know we have four registered nurses as part of our Clinical Care Service Team?

They support clients through assessments for falls risk, cognition, continence and wound care, taking a personalised approach and working closely with our Care Circle delivery teams to ensure holistic, coordinated care.

If you’d like to arrange a clinical care assessment for yourself or a loved one, our team is here to help.

💻 Learn more at proveda.com.au/our-services/aged-care/clinical-care-services

11/05/2026

🔒 As Privacy Awareness Week comes to a close, it’s a chance to reflect on the role privacy plays in the way we support people.

Personal information is often shared in moments of trust, and it’s important that people feel confident it is handled carefully and kept safe.

At Proveda, trust is built through the care we take in protecting personal information and maintaining confidentiality in everything we do.

📄 Find more about how we manage and protect information at proveda.com.au/privacy-policy
💻 For more information about Privacy Awareness Week, visit oaic.gov.au

08/05/2026

It’s Privacy Awareness Week - and while it’s only here for a week, protecting your personal information is important every day.

We’ve been saving up a few reminders for this:

🔐 If your password is "Password123", a computer can crack it in less than a second
🐶 If your password is your dog’s name - and your dog is in your profile picture wearing a name tag… we might need to chat
☕ Strong passwords are like good coffee - long, complex, and not shared with strangers

Scams can happen by email, text or phone, and often pressure people to act quickly - so taking a moment before clicking or responding can make all the difference.

💻 Learn more about staying safe online at scamwatch.gov.au

01/05/2026

May is National Walking Month! 🚶

It’s the perfect excuse to get outside, have a chat and enjoy some gentle movement with others in your community. Our Belong Club walking groups run year‑round, and May is a great time to join in or give one a try:

📍 Manly Walking Group – 9:30am
1 May | 9 May | 15 May | 22 May | 29 May
📍 Long Reef Walking Group – 9:00am
4 May | 11 May | 18 May | 25 May
📍 Walk and Talk – 9:30am
5 May | 12 May | 19 May

Free and open to anyone looking to stay active and socially connected.

💻 To join, visit: proveda.com.au/community-programs/belong-club/join

30/04/2026

Grief shows up in every workplace, whether we talk about it or not.

We’re proud to support the delivery of Grief First Aid, helping workplaces and communities build confidence to respond with compassion.

👉 Find out more about the work we support at grieffirstaid.au

Grief touches every workplace.

Grief First Aid helps organisations and leaders respond with compassion and create a culture where loss is recognised and supported.

Because how we respond at work matters.

Visit grieffirstaid.au to learn more.