August is an ideal time for older Australians to review their home care services. Under the Support at Home Program and existing Support at Home packages, eligible seniors in the Surf Coast, Bellarine, Geelong, and Ballarat regions can allocate funding toward home maintenance and gardening support to maintain a safe, accessible outdoor environment.
As winter ends, property maintenance needs a shift. Transitioning your package focus from basic winter checks to active garden preparation helps maintain your property safely while supporting your mobility and independence.
How Practical Horticultural Support Assists You
Unlike standard commercial lawn mowing services, goal-directed therapeutic gardening focuses on personal health goals and functional capacity.
At My Garden Therapy, our service assists with essential end-of-winter tasks, including:
- Path and Surface Safety: Removing slippery moss, algae, and wet leaves from brick or concrete paths to reduce fall risks around the home.
- Ergonomic Adjustments: Setting up raised garden beds, reorganising potting tables, and selecting lightweight, soft-grip tools to make daily gardening easier.
- Soil Preparation: Adding organic compost or well-rotted manure to garden beds to improve soil structure ahead of spring planting.
Receiving practical, experienced assistance allows you to maintain your garden without risking physical injury or overexertion.
Learn more about home safety
- Review home care package inclusions and guidelines on the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care.
- Access care assessments and service information via My Aged Care.