Why SELF-CARE SOLUTIONS?
Life brings changes, challenges, and sometimes extra support is needed.
It’s easy to put your own well-being aside when you’re focusing on getting through each day.
The SELF-CARE SOLUTIONS guide is a simple way to remember what matters most:
SELF - reminds you to notice and understand your own needs.
CARE gives you everyday actions that build balance, connection, and joy.
SOLUTIONS points you towards supports, tools, and services that make life easier and safer.
By following these steps, you can:
Feel more in control of your well-being.
Find small daily habits that give structure and comfort.
Stay connected to people and activities that matter to you.
Use the right services and tools to make life simpler, safer, and more enjoyable.
It’s not about doing everything at once. It’s about having a guide to return to when you feel stuck, so you always know where to start.
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S – Sense → Notice how you feel physically and emotionally.
E – Express → Share needs, feelings, or worries with others.
L – Listen → Pay attention to your body and your limits.
F – Focus → Recognise what matters most to you right now.
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C – Connection → Stay socially linked (friends, carers, groups).
A – Activity → Keep moving in ways that suit your ability.
R – Routine → Build simple daily habits that give stability.
E – Enjoyment → Make time for joy, laughter, and interests.
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S – Supports → Use carers, counsellors, and networks.
O – Options → Explore services (NDIS, aged care packages, local groups).
L – Learning → Gain new skills or knowledge for independence.
U – Understanding → Know your rights, choices, and pathways.
T – Tools → Practical aids (tech, mobility, apps, reminders).
I – Independence → Keep as much choice and control as possible.
O – Opportunities → Engage in community, hobbies, or work if possible.
N – Nurture → Care for your body, mind, and spirit.
S – Safety → Build a safe home, routine, and support environment.