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Dovida Toowoomba Delivering home care services to your community. We empower older people to live their life, their way at home.

Formerly Home Instead Australia, Dovida provides high-quality, person-centred home care to the Toowoomba community. Dovida creates a Circle of Care that places individuals at the centre of a holistic support system, uniting families, our skilled caregivers, our support teams, and the wider healthcare community. We provide a range of services including everyday companionship, domestic assistance, persona care, meal preparation, medication reminders, and transport to appointments, shopping and social outings. Care is available up to 24hrs a day and ranges from light housekeeping to dementia care and palliative care.

Starting care at home can feel like a big step, especially when someone isn't sure they want the help. Ali's mother felt...
08/10/2026

Starting care at home can feel like a big step, especially when someone isn't sure they want the help. Ali's mother felt that way too.

Now, she looks forward to visits from her Dovida caregivers, and Ali has found the support extends to the whole family, with concerns addressed quickly and regular updates on her condition.

We're grateful for Ali's kind words, and for the caregivers who build trust one visit at a time.

If you're exploring home care for someone you love, we're here to talk through your options. Get in touch with the Dovida team today.

Your Life, Your Way.

For many older Queenslanders, technology can feel like one more thing to keep up with, another password to remember, ano...
28/09/2026

For many older Queenslanders, technology can feel like one more thing to keep up with, another password to remember, another app to figure out. Toowoomba Region Libraries make it easier with One-to-One Tech Help, free, individual sessions where you bring your own question, whether that's setting up video calls with family, managing emails, or getting comfortable with a new phone.

No group setting, no registration, and no pressure to keep pace with anyone else. Just practical, one-on-one help with exactly what you need.

Sessions run across branches on a rotating basis.

This is the kind of small, local support that makes a real difference in helping seniors feel confident and connected, and it is exactly the spirit behind what we do at Dovida.

Fun fact, we have caregivers that offer all manner of services. Whether it's gardening, cooking, stand-up paddle boardin...
27/09/2026

Fun fact, we have caregivers that offer all manner of services. Whether it's gardening, cooking, stand-up paddle boarding or whatever you need, we have the caregiver to suit your specific needs.

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers: three weeks of colour, right on the doorstep.Now in its 77th year, the Toowoomba Carnival...
24/09/2026

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers: three weeks of colour, right on the doorstep.

Now in its 77th year, the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is in full bloom, running until 5 October. Laurel Bank Park and the Queens Park Botanic Gardens are open daily throughout the festival, showcasing some of the most spectacular floral displays in the country, and both are gentle, accessible spaces well suited to a relaxed stroll or a seated rest among the gardens.

For seniors who prefer to avoid the bigger crowds of parade weekend, weekday visits to the parks offer all the colour and atmosphere without the rush. It is a simple, beautiful outing, and a wonderful reminder of why Toowoomba is known as the Garden City.

Whether it is a short visit with family or a quiet morning walk through the blooms, Carnival season is a lovely time to get out and enjoy the community.

This is exactly the kind of local connection we love seeing our Dovida clients experience.

You've built a life you're proud of. You shouldn't have to give up your independence to stay safe in it.Maybe things tak...
17/09/2026

You've built a life you're proud of. You shouldn't have to give up your independence to stay safe in it.

Maybe things take a little longer than they used to. Maybe the house feels bigger than it did, or there are days you'd just appreciate an extra pair of hands. That doesn't mean you need someone taking over, it means you might need a little support, on your terms.

You know your own life better than anyone. The right help should fit around that, not the other way around: your routines, your home, your say in every decision.

If you've been wondering whether it's time to ask for some support, that thought alone is worth listening to. Let's talk about what it could look like, with you in the driver's seat the whole way.

When we pair up our clients with caregivers, we take great care to match the right people. We ensure every client has ju...
16/09/2026

When we pair up our clients with caregivers, we take great care to match the right people. We ensure every client has just the right fit with their caregivers and can meet their every need.

If you or someone you love needs support in their own home please get in touch.

Reminder about our event coming up on September 25
14/09/2026

Reminder about our event coming up on September 25

Established in 1991, the Garden City–Toowoomba Branch has been bringing local seniors together for well over three decad...
07/09/2026

Established in 1991, the Garden City–Toowoomba Branch has been bringing local seniors together for well over three decades. The group meets on the third Monday of every month (except December), with morning tea, guest speakers, and a genuine sense of community at every gathering. Recent speakers have covered everything from local history to storytelling and bush poetry, giving members a reason to look forward to each meeting.

Beyond the monthly meetings, the branch runs regular day coach tours to museums, historic towns, and local attractions, along with occasional longer trips further afield. One recent example saw 35 members head off on a four-day adventure to Charleville, taking in the Cosmos Centre, the WW2 Secret Base, and the Bilby Centre, with a stop at Roma's Big Rig Museum along the way.

It's a great example of what keeps people engaged and connected later in life: regular routine, shared interests, and the chance to keep exploring together. Groups like this play an important role in reducing isolation and giving members something to plan for and look forward to.

If you know someone in Toowoomba who'd enjoy good company, interesting outings, and a standing date each month, this branch could be a wonderful fit.

National Seniors Toowoomba Branch

You've noticed the changes. You just don't know what to do about them.Maybe it's the missed medication. The stove left o...
03/09/2026

You've noticed the changes. You just don't know what to do about them.

Maybe it's the missed medication. The stove left on. The same story told three times in one phone call. You've noticed, and some nights it keeps you up wondering if you're overreacting, or if you're not doing enough.

You don't have to have it all figured out to start. You don't need a diagnosis, a crisis, or a perfect plan. You just need somewhere to start the conversation.

Whether it's a little extra support around the house, someone to check in, or simply a clearer picture of what help actually looks like, we're here to talk it through with you. No pressure, no obligation, just honest guidance from people who understand how hard this stage can be.

You're not overreacting. You're paying attention. Let's figure out the next step together.

We can help you navigate the aged care systems, identify what support is needed and ensure the best possible outcomes for everyone involved.

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245 James Street
Toowoomba, QLD
4350

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+61746130574

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