From Personal Journey to Supporting Families in Aged Care
Retirement Care Solutions began in 2015, but it wasn’t simply an idea that appeared overnight. It grew from a deeply personal journey and a genuine desire to support families through one of life’s more challenging transitions.
Savannah had been walking alongside her parents, experiencing firsthand the realities of ageing and the changes that come with it. Like so many others in the sandwich generation, Savannah and her family were juggling careers, children and ageing parents. Being pulled in different directions meant they were feeling the mounting pressure.
Although both of her parents had been retired for some time and were still enjoying life in their own home, their health and mobility were beginning to change. Savannah and her family wanted to ensure they had the right care and support, as everyday tasks were becoming more difficult. She found herself googling “what is the difference between independent living and assisted living”. What she quickly discovered, however, was the overwhelming amount of information available, and it was hard to know what the right path forward was.
It wasn’t until her father sadly passed away that the need for change became more apparent. Savannah’s mother wasn’t able to drive and found it increasingly difficult to maintain the large family home. The family first explored home care support, navigating the My Aged Care system to arrange assistance at home. But over time, it became clear it was no longer safe for her mum to live alone in such a large house. They wanted her to enjoy her later years in a place that was comfortable, secure and socially connected. That is when they began exploring retirement living options in Brisbane.
After moving into a retirement village and enjoying the lifestyle it offered, Savannah’s mother’s health began to decline, and she needed increasing support with day-to-day activities. The family continued to arrange home care assistance, even changing providers in an effort to find the right fit. Despite this support, Savannah found herself calling her mum every morning to check in. There were times when medication had been missed or she was wearing the same clothes for several days, clear signs that she was beginning to need more help than home care alone could provide.
Sadly, before the family had the chance to fully explore their next steps or consider aged care providers, Savannah’s mum passed away unexpectedly. During this time Savannah was balancing the emotional demands of supporting her mum and her children, while also building Retirement Care Solutions to help other families navigating the same journey.
What Savannah came to understand through her family’s journey was that there is no one size fits all approach when it comes to retirement living and aged care. There are many factors to consider, and often more options available than families initially realise. What she knows now is how important it is to start these conversations early and begin planning for the future, whether that means retirement living, downsizing, additional support at home, or exploring aged care options and understanding the ever-changing aged care system and rules.
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Now, nearly 11 years on, Retirement Care Solutions has supported hundreds of families across Australia and grown into a close-knit team of five. Three experienced team members work directly with clients and their families, guiding them through their retirement and aged care journey, while two support behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly.
You can Meet the Team here.
Our team is dedicated to helping you understand and navigate the journey. We walk beside you whether it’s planning for retirement living, downsizing for seniors, understanding the new aged care rules and changes, finding the right aged care provider or navigating My Aged Care. We are here to support you. We understand that no journey is the same, and each person and family brings their own story, circumstances and emotions to the process. That’s why we take the time to truly listen, understand what matters most to you, and tailor our guidance to suit your unique situation, offering clarity, reassurance and practical support every step of the way.
If you’re facing these decisions, we’re here to walk alongside you with understanding, compassion and experience. Reach out and book your complimentary Discovery Session here.
Or if you would like to join our team, get in touch. We’d love to hear from you!
