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2026 WA Seniors Week Community Grants open
The 2026 WA Seniors Week Community Grants Program is funded by the Department of Communities and offers financial support to local governments, community groups, and not-for-profit organisations to celebrate the valuable contributions of older people in Western Australia. Whether you are planning a neighbourhood gathering, an intergenerational activity, or an event that reaches seniors, the…
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2026 WA Seniors Awards nominations open
We’re celebrating the seniors who inspire us! The 2026 WA Seniors Awards honour the remarkable impact of older Western Australians and those who support them. Don’t miss out! Nominations close Friday 14 August 2026, 5.00pm. Funded by the Department of Communities and coordinated by Advocare, the Seniors Peak Body of Western Australia, this prestigious event…
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Akash’s story
Akash* was given notice the service provider planned to terminate his level 4 Home Care…
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Joan’s Story
Joan*, a 68-year-old widow, unexpectedly became the primary caregiver for her two grandchildren, aged 10…
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Why older Australians thrive in their own space
Home is where the health is! A major change is on the horizon for older…
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Discover the new Seniors Information Resource!
Navigating the many services and concessions available to seniors across WA just got easier. The…
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Support accessible homes for all ages
As a rapidly ageing population, we need housing that supports us across our entire lifespan,…
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Meet our new CEO
Advocare’s new CEO started in November, Bev Jowle. Bev’s career has spanned almost the entire…
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Volunteering: Creating brighter lives for older people
Volunteering brightens an older person’s day, but it also brings plenty of benefits for our…
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Bringing information and support to WA communities
Did you know Advocare delivers a free, state-wide education program to community organisations, aged care…
