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Dementia support

  • Dementia Carer Support Group Bunbury

    Friendly monthly group where family carers of someone with dementia share tea, cake, ideas and support; sometimes a guest speaker.

    Where
    South West Women's Health, 19 Fielder Street, South Bunbury (parking and entry via Plaza Street)
    When
    4th Monday monthly 10:30am–12pm
    Cost
    Gold coin donation

    Website: Dementia Carer Support Group Bunbury

  • Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Australind

    New fortnightly café for people living with memory loss or dementia and their carers; free, low-key and no need to register.

    Where
    Australind Library, 7 Mulgara Street, Australind
    When
    Fortnightly Thursdays 10am–12pm (12 Nov, 26 Nov, 10 Dec 2026)
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Australind

  • Dementia Carer Support Group Eaton

    Monthly drop-in group for people caring for someone with dementia, with tea, cake and conversation with others in the same situation.

    Where
    Eaton Community Hive, 10 Charterhouse Street, Eaton
    When
    3rd Monday monthly 10:30am–12pm
    Cost
    Gold coin donation

    Website: Dementia Carer Support Group Eaton

  • Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Harvey

    Relaxed, low-key morning café for people living with memory loss or dementia and the people who care for them. Just drop in.

    Where
    Harvey Connect, 105 Uduc Road, Harvey
    When
    Every second Wednesday 10am–12pm
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Harvey

  • Dementia Carer Support Group Collie

    Monthly drop-in group for people caring for someone with dementia, with tea, cake and conversation with others in the same situation.

    Where
    Collie Library undercroft, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie
    When
    2nd Monday monthly 10:30am–12pm
    Cost
    Gold coin donation

    Website: Dementia Carer Support Group Collie

  • CareSong Busselton

    Dementia-friendly singing group where people living with dementia and their carers sing together, followed by afternoon tea.

    Where
    Busselton Senior Citizens Centre, 22 Peel Terrace, Busselton
    When
    Thursdays 1–3pm (singing 1–2:15pm, then afternoon tea)

    Website: CareSong Busselton

  • Dementia Carer Support Group Busselton

    Monthly drop-in group for people caring for someone with dementia, with tea, cake and conversation with others in the same situation.

    Where
    5 Craig Street, West Busselton
    When
    1st Monday monthly 10:30am–12pm
    Cost
    Gold coin donation

    Website: Dementia Carer Support Group Busselton

  • Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Dunsborough

    Monthly drop-in café with tea, coffee and cake for people living with memory loss and their carers, family and friends.

    Where
    Dunsborough Library, Naturaliste Community Centre, Dunsborough Lakes Drive
    When
    2nd Wednesday monthly 11:30am–1pm

    Website: Forget-Me-Not Memory Café – Dunsborough

  • Alzheimer's WA

    WA dementia charity offering phone advice, a dementia advisory service and in-home support; most groups are in Perth, so ask about South West options.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere

    Website: Alzheimer's WA

  • Dementia Support Australia

    Free 24/7 national service helping families and care staff when changes in behaviour of a person with dementia are hard to manage.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere
    When
    24 hours, 7 days
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Dementia Support Australia

  • National Dementia Helpline (Dementia Australia)

    Free 24/7 phone line for anyone worried about memory or supporting someone with dementia; interpreters available.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere
    When
    24 hours, 7 days
    Cost
    Free

    Website: National Dementia Helpline (Dementia Australia)

Carers and respite

  • Bethanie Maali Social Centre

    Day centre with activities and outings in a setting that embraces First Nations culture; supports older people with complex needs including dementia.

    Where
    14 Xavier Street, Bunbury
    When
    Mon and Wed 8am–4pm

    Website: Bethanie Maali Social Centre

  • Bethanie Eaton Social Centre

    Day centre where older people, including those living with dementia, enjoy activities, a lunch club and outings; bus pick-up available.

    Where
    111 Eaton Drive, Eaton
    When
    Tue, Thu, Fri 8am–4pm
    Phone
    131 151

    Website: Bethanie Eaton Social Centre

  • Belong at Home South West

    Local not-for-profit giving in-home help, meals, social outings and transport to older people, with offices across the South West.

    Where
    Offices in Bunbury, Busselton, Collie, Donnybrook, Bridgetown and Margaret River

    Website: Belong at Home South West

  • Manjimup Wellness and Respite Community Centre

    Day centre activities, dementia care and respite for carers, listed on the Shire of Manjimup website. Phone the Shire to check who runs it now and what is available.

    Where
    Manjimup (Shire of Manjimup)

    Website: Manjimup Wellness and Respite Community Centre

  • Carer Gateway (Carers WA and HelpingMinds)

    Free help for unpaid family carers: counselling, coaching, tailored support packages and emergency respite, delivered in WA by Carers WA and HelpingMinds.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Carer Gateway (Carers WA and HelpingMinds)

  • Carers WA

    Peak body for WA family carers offering counselling, carer retreats, wellness programs and monthly Linking Together social groups for registered carers.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Carers WA

Social groups and clubs

  • Bunbury Geographe Seniors and Community Centre

    Community centre for over-55s with gentle gym, tai chi, line dancing, carpet bowls, singalongs, a café and an op shop.

    Where
    1 Stirling Street, Bunbury (opposite the Post Office)
    When
    Café and op shop Mon–Fri 10am–2pm; activity times vary

    Website: Bunbury Geographe Seniors and Community Centre

  • Bunbury Library – Tech Help drop-in

    Drop-in session where you bring your phone, tablet or laptop for one-on-one help from the library's e-learning officer.

    Where
    Bunbury Library
    When
    Fridays 2–4pm, February to mid-December

    Website: Bunbury Library – Tech Help drop-in

  • Bunbury Men's Shed

    Workshop and meeting place where men (often retired) make things, share skills and enjoy friendly company.

    Where
    1 Parade Road, South Bunbury
    When
    Mon–Fri 8:30am–12pm

    Website: Bunbury Men's Shed

  • Bunbury Multicultural Group

    Volunteer group welcoming people from culturally diverse backgrounds, running festivals, dances and settlement support across the South West.

    Where
    Bunbury

    Website: Bunbury Multicultural Group

  • U3A Bunbury

    University of the Third Age group with fortnightly talks, discussion mornings and outings for retired and semi-retired people.

    Where
    ECU Bunbury Campus, Robertson Drive; Tuesday sessions at Bunbury Library
    When
    2nd and 4th Friday 9:30am (talks); every second Tuesday 10am (Topical Talking); Feb–Nov

    Website: U3A Bunbury

  • Australind and Districts Senior Citizens Centre

    Busy seniors centre with gentle gym, singing, quilting, indoor bowls, ukulele, line dancing, tai chi, meals, outings and coffee and chat.

    Where
    8 Mardo Road, Australind
    When
    Weekdays; activities from 8am

    Website: Australind and Districts Senior Citizens Centre

  • Dalyellup Community Centre seniors activities

    Weekly social and gentle activities for older locals including scrabble, gentle gym, table tennis and indoor bowls.

    Where
    Dalyellup Community Centre
    When
    Scrabble Mon 2–5pm; Gentle Gym Tue 9–10am; Table Tennis Thu 9am–12pm; Indoor Bowls Fri 9:45am–12pm

    Website: Dalyellup Community Centre seniors activities

  • Capel Senior Citizens

    Seniors rooms in Capel hosting weekly mahjong, a Wednesday morning tea and card games.

    Where
    Capel Senior Citizens, Capel
    When
    Mahjong Mon 10am–3pm; Morning tea Wed 9:30–11:30am; Cards Wed 11am–4pm

    Website: Capel Senior Citizens

  • Boyanup Singers

    Local community singing group meeting weekly in Boyanup; phone for the venue.

    Where
    Boyanup (call for venue)
    When
    Mondays 2–5pm

    Website: Boyanup Singers

  • Capel Men's Shed

    Men's Shed for practical projects, skill sharing and friendship.

    Where
    South West Rail & Heritage Centre, 2 Turner Street, Boyanup
    When
    Wed and Sat 8:30am–1pm

    Website: Capel Men's Shed

  • Harvey Connect

    Community hub in Harvey with seniors activities such as ladies gentle gym, ukulele, bootscooting, Swing n Sway and games.

    Where
    105 Uduc Road, Harvey
    When
    Weekdays; times vary by activity

    Website: Harvey Connect

  • Harvey Senior Citizen Centre and Meals on Wheels

    Seniors centre in Harvey that also runs the local Meals on Wheels service.

    Where
    Harvey

    Website: Harvey Senior Citizen Centre and Meals on Wheels

  • Collie Men's Shed

    Community workshop for making, fixing and friendship; Tuesday is a ladies' day.

    Where
    Lot 2890 Forrest Street, Collie
    When
    Mon–Wed, Fri, Sat 9am–1pm (Tue ladies' day)

    Website: Collie Men's Shed

  • Collie Senior Citizens – Margaretta Wilson Centre

    Over-55s centre in Collie with indoor bowls, euchre and snooker, plus rooms for hire.

    Where
    105 Forrest Street, Collie

    Website: Collie Senior Citizens – Margaretta Wilson Centre

  • Donnybrook Community Resource Centre

    Local community hub offering help, training and community events, including a Seniors Week afternoon tea with aged care information.

    Where
    Old Station Masters House, South West Highway, Donnybrook
    When
    Mon–Fri 10am–4pm

    Website: Donnybrook Community Resource Centre

  • U3A Donnybrook talks

    Monthly talks for people 50+ who are retired or semi-retired, followed by questions and morning tea.

    Where
    Donnybrook Community Library, Seminar Room
    When
    3rd Wednesday monthly, late morning (check time with library)

    Website: U3A Donnybrook talks

  • Busselton Senior Citizens Centre

    Seniors centre in central Busselton with activities, meals and services for older locals.

    Where
    22 Peel Terrace, Busselton
    When
    8:30am–4pm

    Website: Busselton Senior Citizens Centre

  • City of Busselton Libraries – Home Library Service

    Free delivery of books, audiobooks and DVDs to residents who can't get to the library because of age, illness or caring.

    Where
    Busselton and Dunsborough libraries
    Cost
    Free

    Website: City of Busselton Libraries – Home Library Service

  • Margaret River Centre for Seniors

    Free drop-in space with morning tea, company, guest speakers and help understanding My Aged Care, run by the Margaret River Community Centre.

    Where
    The Soupie cottage, Old Hospital Heritage Precinct, 33 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River
    When
    Tue 10am–12pm; Thu 1–3pm
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Margaret River Centre for Seniors

  • Manjimup Home and Community Care

    Shire aged care service that publishes a monthly program of seniors activities and outings and runs a wellness expo for seniors and carers.

    Where
    Manjimup
    When
    Monthly program

    Website: Manjimup Home and Community Care

Staying active

  • Seniors Recreation Council of WA – Bunbury Region Branch

    Runs free LiveLighter seniors activity and information days and aged care games in Bunbury each year.

    Where
    South West Sports Centre, Bunbury
    When
    Yearly events, usually in autumn (the 2026 events were in April and May). Phone for next year’s dates
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Seniors Recreation Council of WA – Bunbury Region Branch

  • South West Sports Centre – seniors and managed conditions classes

    City of Bunbury centre running seniors classes such as Fit For Life, Tai Chill, Aquarians, water walking and Club Fiesta.

    Where
    1 Rotary Avenue, Hay Park, Bunbury
    When
    See the centre's managed conditions timetable
    Cost
    $11.90 casual; 10-visit pass $107.20

    Website: South West Sports Centre – seniors and managed conditions classes

  • St John of God Bunbury – aqua therapy class

    Physio-run warm-water exercise class that takes pressure off joints and the lower back; needs a physio assessment first.

    Where
    South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
    When
    Mondays 11:30am–12:30pm
    Cost
    Class fee plus $6.25 pool entry

    Website: St John of God Bunbury – aqua therapy class

  • St John of God Bunbury – physio-led balance class

    Small group class run by physiotherapists to build balance, strength and mobility and lower the risk of falls; assessment needed first.

    Where
    St John of God Bunbury Specialist Centre, 114 Spencer Street, Bunbury
    When
    Wednesdays 10:30–11:30am or 11:30am–12:30pm
    Cost
    Fee applies; private health rebates may apply; DVA covered with GP referral

    Website: St John of God Bunbury – physio-led balance class

  • Living Legends – Leschenault Leisure Centre

    Strength and balance class for people 50+ to lower falls risk, with a coffee catch-up afterwards; start with an instructor appointment.

    Where
    Leschenault Leisure Centre, Leisure Drive, Australind
    When
    Mon, Wed, Fri 11am–12pm
    Cost
    $15 per visit; $65 health assessment

    Website: Living Legends – Leschenault Leisure Centre

  • Eaton Recreation Centre – Fit Over 50

    Over-50s membership with functional training circuits, group fitness, a health assessment and tea and coffee with the group.

    Where
    18 Recreation Drive, Eaton
    When
    Gym access 10am–4pm daily; class times via the centre
    Cost
    $14 per class or $29 per fortnight; $45 start-up

    Website: Eaton Recreation Centre – Fit Over 50

  • Capel Cruisers Walking Group

    Friendly early-morning walking group open to older locals.

    Where
    Meet outside Capel Library
    When
    Mon and Fri 7:30am

    Website: Capel Cruisers Walking Group

  • Silver Yoga – Peppermint Grove Beach

    Gentle weekly yoga class for older people.

    Where
    Peppermint Grove Beach Community Centre
    When
    Fridays 9:30–10:30am

    Website: Silver Yoga – Peppermint Grove Beach

  • Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre – Strength for Life and Yogafit 50+

    Over-50s strength training (Strength for Life), Stay On Your Feet cardio and strength class, and Yogafit 50+.

    Where
    Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre, off Tom Latch Drive, Harvey
    When
    Centre open seven days; ask for class times

    Website: Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre – Strength for Life and Yogafit 50+

  • Strength for Life – Roche Park Recreation Centre

    Over-50s strength and balance exercise with a cuppa afterwards; needs a GP referral letter.

    Where
    Roche Park Recreation Centre, Collie
    When
    See the centre's current term timetable

    Website: Strength for Life – Roche Park Recreation Centre

  • Geographe Leisure Centre – Lifestyle Program and AquaFit

    Supervised gym and circuit sessions for over-50s and GP-referred clients, plus morning aqua fitness classes.

    Where
    Queen Elizabeth Avenue and Recreation Lane, West Busselton
    When
    AquaFit Mon–Fri 8am; Lifestyle AquaFit Tue/Thu 9am; Lifestyle sessions per timetable

    Website: Geographe Leisure Centre – Lifestyle Program and AquaFit

  • Naturaliste Community Centre – seniors classes

    City of Busselton centre with seniors classes including Strong Active Seniors, seniors Pilates, chair fit and chair balance.

    Where
    21 Dunsborough Lakes Drive, Dunsborough
    When
    Strong Active Seniors Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30am; Chair Fit Mon 11:45am; Chair Balance Wed 11:45am; Seniors Pilates Tue 10:45am, Thu 10:30am

    Website: Naturaliste Community Centre – seniors classes

  • Movement for Healthy Ageing – Margaret River

    Free six-week strength and balance falls-prevention program for people over 65, led by a physiotherapist and occupational therapist.

    Where
    Margaret River Men's Shed, 5 Shepherdson Place, Margaret River
    When
    Runs in blocks, 9:15–10:15am (2026 block began March); check for next intake
    Cost
    Free

    Website: Movement for Healthy Ageing – Margaret River

  • Manjimup Regional AquaCentre

    Heated pools with group fitness and aqua classes, including sessions designed for seniors; try a class free first.

    Where
    43 Rutherford Street, Manjimup
    When
    Mon–Fri 6am–7pm; Sat–Sun 9am–5pm

    Website: Manjimup Regional AquaCentre

Health services

  • Bunbury Regional Hospital – geriatric medicine and falls service

    Public hospital with geriatric medicine, a falls service, rehab in the home and community allied health for older people.

    Where
    Bunbury Health Campus, Bunbury

    Website: Bunbury Regional Hospital – geriatric medicine and falls service

  • Hearing Australia – Bunbury

    Government hearing provider for hearing checks and hearing aids, with government-funded services for eligible people.

    Where
    Patane Place, 31 Victoria Street, Bunbury
    When
    Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, by appointment
    Cost
    Mixed billing; government-funded for eligible people

    Website: Hearing Australia – Bunbury

  • Lions Hearing Clinic – Bunbury

    Not-for-profit hearing clinic for hearing tests and hearing aids.

    Where
    Unit 2, 14 Rose Street, Bunbury
    When
    Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
    Cost
    Mixed billing

    Website: Lions Hearing Clinic – Bunbury

  • South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS)

    Aboriginal community-controlled health service with GP, chronic care, mental health and aged care support for Aboriginal families across the South West.

    Where
    51–55 Forrest Avenue, Bunbury; also Eaton, Collie, Manjimup and Busselton outreach
    Phone
    9726 6000 / 1800 779 000

    Website: South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS)

  • South West Older Adult Mental Health Service (WACHS)

    Public community psychiatric assessment and support for people 65+ (Aboriginal people 55+); families can refer directly.

    Where
    Bunbury clinic behind Bunnings, Homemaker Centre; outreach to Busselton, Collie, Margaret River, Bridgetown
    When
    Mon–Fri 8:30am–4pm
    Cost
    Free

    Website: South West Older Adult Mental Health Service (WACHS)

Getting around

  • St John WA Community Transport – Bunbury

    Booked door-to-door car rides to medical, dental and hospital appointments or community centres for people who can't use other transport.

    Where
    Bunbury and surrounding towns
    When
    Mon–Fri 7:30am–5pm (last pick-up 4pm); book 3 business days ahead
    Cost
    Fare applies; carer travels free; may be covered by a Home Care Package or CHSP

    Website: St John WA Community Transport – Bunbury

  • Transbunbury town buses

    Twelve town bus routes running seven days a week across Greater Bunbury, from Australind in the north to Gelorup in the south.

    Where
    Depot: 1 Allnut Court, Bunbury
    When
    7 days

    Website: Transbunbury town buses

  • Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) – South West

    WA Country Health subsidy toward travel and accommodation when you must travel far for specialist medical care not available locally.

    Where
    By phone, anywhere
    Cost
    Subsidy; does not cover all costs

    Website: Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) – South West

  • Passenger Transport Subsidy Scheme (PTSS)

    State scheme giving eligible people with severe and permanent disability up to 75% off taxi fares; replaced the Taxi User Subsidy Scheme in March 2025.

    Where
    Online, anywhere
    Cost
    Up to 75% off eligible taxi fares

    Website: Passenger Transport Subsidy Scheme (PTSS)

Advice and advocacy

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Aged care homes in the South West

Government-funded residential aged care homes, including for respite stays. Check availability, fees and current details on My Aged Care or by phoning 1800 200 422.

Residential aged care homes in the South West aged care planning region
HomeTownBeds (total, not vacancies)Run by
Augusta Multi-Purpose Service (hospital-based)Augusta36WA Country Health Service
Baptistcare MirrambeenaMargaret River46BaptistCare Nsw & Act
Boyup Brook Multi-Purpose Service (hospital-based)Boyup Brook16WA Country Health Service
Geegeelup Aged Care FacilityBridgetown32Geegeelup Village Incorporated
Wattle Hill LodgeBunbury62Wattle Hill Lodge Inc
Ocean Star Aged CareBunbury42Catholic Homes Incorporated
Bunbury Gardens Care CommunityBunbury75Dpg Services Pty Ltd
Regis BunburyCarey Park95Regis Aged Care Pty Ltd
Bethanie Elanora Villas Nursing HomeSouth Bunbury81The Bethanie Group Incorporated
CapecareBroadwater102Ray Village Aged Services Inc
Baptistcare William Carey CourtBroadwater99BaptistCare Nsw & Act
Aegis EllenvaleBroadwater140Aegis Aged Care Group Pty Ltd
Capecare DunsboroughDunsborough82Ray Village Aged Services Inc
Bethanie DalyellupDalyellup120The Bethanie Group Incorporated
ValleyView ResidenceCollie64The Riverview Residence Collie (Inc)
Bethanie FieldsEaton156The Bethanie Group Incorporated
Tuia LodgeDonnybrook44Fresh Fields Aged Care Pty Ltd
Hocart LodgeHarvey76Fresh Fields Aged Care Pty Ltd
Baptistcare MoonyaManjimup65BaptistCare Nsw & Act
Pemberton Multi-Purpose Service (hospital-based)Pemberton9WA Country Health Service
Nannup Multi-Purpose Service (hospital-based)Nannup9WA Country Health Service

Based on Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, Aged care service list 30 June 2025 (GEN Aged Care Data). Bed numbers are the total funded places, not free beds. Multi-purpose services are small country hospitals that also provide aged care. Support at Home and CHSP providers (help at home) are not on this list: find them through My Aged Care.