Renee
I got into aged care after finishing school. I have a caring nature; my mother always says it’s because I like to prepare for her when she gets older. I enjoy it, I get a lot of fulfillment in that caring. I like caring for people. I’ve been doing it for around 20 years in […]
Cindy
Cindy shares her personal approach to working with her clients.
Craig and Patricia
Craig Late September 2022, I was doing what so many of us do, scrolling through Facebook. I paused to read an add from SkillsHubs, calling for Personal Care Workers in the aged care industry. I’m an ex-police officer so I was used to serving the community and this was an opportunity to continue that service […]
Glen
Glen shares his insights into how he delivers person-centred care. Last year, I saw an ad on Facebook and decided to try something new. At 82 years young, I retired to Australia from the USA, after an incredible career that included time as a Military Medic, Primary Care Nurse, Hospital Manager, Ethics Review Coordinator and […]
Huda
My Career in Aged Care… So far! I studied at James Cook University, graduating with a degree in Occupational Therapy. Early in my career I got a job with Everglow, as a Project Officer, implementing their wellness and reablement model. As an OT I also assisted clients with their functional independence, looking at their activities, […]
Wayne
I was retired for 2 years, having worked in the mining and boiler making industries (heavy machinery). I decided because I was still able-bodied and had so much time on my hands that I’d like to help people. My interest was sparked by seeing other people out doing the job. I’d see people in the supermarket […]
Kerry Battersby
Meet Kerry, one of over 2,300 people we’ve placed into meaningful employment within the Aged Care sector One of my clients is a gentleman living with Alzheimer’s, who also use to work in the travel industry. We had an instant connection when we first met. We laugh together constantly and share stories of our travel […]
Jenny
What do I do? I get the chance to bring comfort and compassion to people while also helping to manage their daily lives through support with the things they can no longer do. These can be things like: Providing support overnight to give respite when family carers go away Assistance with taking medication Getting dressed […]
Carroll Koy
Meet Carroll, one of over 2,300 people Skills Hub have placed into meaningful employment within the Aged Care sector I try to bring everything I’ve learned in life to my role as a Personal Care Worker. I couldn’t be more enthusiastic with my work if I tried. Every day I go to work with a […]
