AGED CARE
Seniors
Activities for seniors living at home, in aged care, and retirement villages. Connecting older Australians with each other or with nature has positive effects on health and happiness.
How it works
Spending time connecting with others has positive effects on health, regulation, and mental health.
Spending time in nature regularly helps boost your immune system, and studies have shown that it can potentially accelerate the recovery process and contribute to lowering blood pressure levels.
What's Available
- Intergenerational sessions with a partner school, we set up & manage
- Intergenerational sessions with a partner school, resource kit to manage yourself
- Individual companionship visits to seniors, on behalf of families
- Reflection Box sessions for residents
- Lifestyle-team briefing and simple activity cards to continue between visits
- Photo and story summaries families can keep
- Technical support for seniors, friendly and patient resume, remedy or setup
What changes
- Less isolation and more conversation between residents
- Reminiscence that surfaces stories staff had never heard
- Supported relaxation, lower reported blood pressure and better sleep
- Wisdom passed on, a role, not just an activity
Products & Resources
Reflection Boxes, sensory sets, chimes and conversation cards you can use between sessions or keep going on your own.
Research
The evidence behind these sessions, on connection to nature and connection to each other.
“It was lovely to look back and see how we were at their age. We survived and they will too.”
“Good to pass on some of the wisdom we've gained over the years.”
“Very impressed with how kids express themselves. Good to hear from other residents, we don't share enough.”
“The program helped the students and residents feel seen, valued and connected.”
“We have learned as much from them as they have from us.”
Compassionate company for your Mum
or Dad
Genuine connection, warm conversation, and the kind of thoughtful presence that makes your loved one feel truly seen and valued. Catherine has parents of her own and knows how much personal connection matters as we get older. She meets at a time that best suits them, and invoices directly to your family.
Call or text Catherine, 0438 600 631Gentle wellbeing
For older adults, connection to nature supports memory, mood and calm. Our aged care programs and products bring sensory nature experiences into residential homes, day programs and personal care settings.
Grounded in research and inspired by evidence-based practices.
A friendly face who genuinely cares
“I know how much personal connection means to older people.” Catherine, Companionship Guide
I'm a recently retired lady who has always enjoyed the company of older people. I love a good chat and pride myself on being a great listener. I enjoy getting to know people with interesting lives and stories to share.
I have parents of my own, and I understand how much it means to have someone visit who is genuinely interested in you.
I visit regularly at a time that suits your loved one best.
- I love a good conversation, sharing stories, and gentle activities
- I'm patient, warm, and genuinely interested in getting to know your family member
- I invoice directly to your family, simple and straightforward
- Part of the Share Nature Together wellbeing community
Why it matters
Connection is one of the most powerful medicines we have.
Loneliness among older Australians is linked to depression, dementia, heart disease and declining quality of life. Regular, genuine companionship makes a real difference.
Meaningful conversation
Real, warm, two-way conversation, stories shared, opinions exchanged, laughter and the kind of visit that leaves you feeling seen, not just attended to.
Reduced isolation
Regular visits provide something to look forward to. Over time, a genuine connection forms, reducing loneliness and supporting emotional and cognitive wellbeing.
Peace of mind for families
Knowing your Mum or Dad has a caring, consistent presence in their week gives families real reassurance, especially when you can't always be there yourself.
How companionship visits work
Simple, flexible, personal.
Get in touch
Call or text Catherine on 0438 600 631 to have a chat about what your loved one enjoys and what would suit them best.
Meet Catherine
We arrange an initial meeting, a relaxed, no-pressure get-to-know-you visit so everyone feels comfortable before we begin.
Regular visits begin
Catherine visits regularly at a time that suits your loved one, whether at home, in an aged care facility, or independent living.
Family invoiced directly
Simple, transparent billing direct to your family. No agency fees or complicated packages, just straightforward, honest service.
Part of something bigger
A Safe Place to Talk, connecting generations.
Catherine's companionship service is part of Share Nature Together, a wellbeing organisation with over 30 years of experience running programs that bring people of all ages together through meaningful connection, creativity and nature.
Our intergenerational programs, featured on Channel 9 Australia, connect schools, aged care communities and workplaces in warm, joyful shared experiences.
Ready to bring our programs to your community?
What People Tell Us
“Wayne and Cath made it so easy for me as the Teacher, I just turned up and it was all done for me.”
— Lisa, Teacher
“Very impressed with how kids express themselves. Good to hear from other residents - we don't share enough.”
— Alan, Participant
“It was lovely to look back and see how we were at their age. We survived and they will too.”
— Claudia, Participant