Media Release: Care and Connection are Key to Ending Loneliness in our Community
As Loneliness Awareness Week 2026 kicks off, we are reminded that 1 in 2 people living in Australia are lonely and/or socially isolated. Loneliness affects people of all ages, and stages of life. This year, Doutta Galla Aged Services resident Pam and volunteer Grace, shared their story of friendship, which was captured in a short […]
Media Release: Doutta Galla Prepared to Meet Growing Demand for In-Home Care Services
As a trusted aged care provider serving Melbourne’s west for more than 30 years, Doutta Galla welcomed the Federal Government’s recent Budget commitment to deliver more home care packages for older Australians. With the current in-home care waitlist of more than 100,000 people, Doutta Galla is well placed to assist in delivering vital care and […]
Doutta Galla Uniform Launch
New Staff Uniforms Where Every Thread Matters I am delighted to announce that Doutta Galla is launching new uniforms for our employees. This is more than a change in appearance – it’s a celebration of our people and the extraordinary work they do every day as well as the beginning of a modern, unified culture […]
2025 Annual Report Released & Mr Scott Chapman AM reappointed as Chair
November is a busy month at Doutta Galla – our General Meeting of Trustees (Members) and Annual General Meeting provide opportunity for reflection and celebration of our many achievements from the preceding financial year. We are pleased to share two important updates that ensure leadership stability at a time of substantial change and reinforce our […]
From ICU to Aged Care: Introducing Our New Chief Client Officer
This week, Doutta Galla Aged Services welcomed John Kemsley as our new Chief Client Officer. John’s appointment marks an important step for our organisation, and his career offers a clear sense of the experience and focus he brings. John began his nursing career more than 30 years ago in intensive and coronary care. Early on, […]
A Message from the CEO: A Transformative Phase for Aged Care
From 1 November 2025, Australia will enter a new era of aged care when the New Aged Care Act 2024 and its associated reforms take effect. These changes represent a significant shift toward safer, more transparent, and person-centred care placing older Australians firmly at the centre of a modern, compassionate aged care system. At Doutta […]
Doutta Galla Ready to Assist as Government Fast-Tracks Home Care Packages
Doutta Galla Aged Services applauds the Australian Government’s decision to bring forward the release of 20,000 Home Care Packages in early November, and another 20,000 Home Care Packages by the end of December. We believe this is a critical move that will provide much-needed support to older Australians wishing to remain living safely and independently […]
Creating Safe Communities for Every Older Person
Sunday 15 June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day to raise awareness of elder abuse and affirm our shared responsibility to protect the rights, dignity and wellbeing of older people in our communities. This year’s theme, “Beyond Age”, encourages us to look past stereotypes and celebrate older people for who they are […]
Aged Care Act Delay a Wise Move, says Doutta Galla
Doutta Galla Aged Services has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to defer the commencement of the new Aged Care Act from 1 July to 1 November 2025, acknowledging the importance of getting the once-in-a-generation reforms right for older Australians, their families, and the aged care sector. The Hon Sam Rae MP, newly appointed Minister for […]
Every Day, Every Shift: Thank You to Our Nurses on International Nurses Day 2025
On 12 May we join together in celebrating International Nurses Day, to honour the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies”, reminds us that when we care for the people who care for our communities, we all benefit. It’s a powerful […]