Loneliness can literally be a killer as people move into their senior years. Research has shown that loneliness has been linked to premature death, poor physical and mental health and a general dissatisfaction with life. This is not what the elderly in our community deserve after their many years of contribution to their families and to society as a whole.
That’s why mother and grandmother, Michelle Garbutt has launched her new business, All About Your Care.
A passionate AIN with over thirty years’ experience in supporting and caring for the elderly, Michelle is driven to make a difference in the lives of elderly people by providing a warm and trusted companion service.
As Michelle says, “Around a third of all senior Australians live alone and need some level of assistance to avoid loneliness and social isolation. If they don’t have family or friends visiting them on a regular basis, they may need help around the house and in the garden or someone to take them out to the shops, appointments or events.
“Most importantly, they may just want a familiar and empathetic person to be there for a good old–fashioned chat over a cup of tea or while watching their favourite movie. Whatever they want and need to bring greater happiness, laughter and fun into their lives, I am there for them through All About Your Care.”
All About Your Care is different from most senior support services as Michelle operates as a sole–provider, ensuring that she is there for her clients every time they need companionship.
As Michelle explains, “I found in my previous roles that I built beautiful and trusted relationships with my clients but I couldn’t guarantee that I would be the AIN rostered on to support them when they requested my service.
“It is very important to many elderly people to have consistency and familiarity with the support workers and carers that they let into their homes. I found that many of my clients would request my services but a person unknown to them would be rostered on instead.
“Now, with my own business, I am able to reduce my clients’ anxiety and apprehension by being their regular, trusted companion who they can get to know as a caring and supportive friend.”
Michelle tailors her companion service around the specific interests, desires and needs of each individual client. While some may want regular ongoing companionship, others may need assistance for a particular period of time, perhaps when family are away, and others may just need occasional help with going to appointments or events. Michelle’s companion service is flexible and affordable with all rates quoted in advance.
With extensive training and multiple certificates in aged care, dementia care, NDIS, first aid and community and home care, Michelle has the skills and experience to provide optimum care and attention.
To find out more about Michelle and All About Your Care, please visit www.allaboutyourcare.com.au or call Michelle on 0459 086 014