About Me
Hi, I’m Vanessa, the heart behind
In Good Company Social Support
I provide personalised, privately arranged social support for older people who would benefit from greater companionship, access to engage in community and hobbies, and have more connection and confidence in their day-to-day lives.
Whether you are looking for support for yourself or searching for someone trustworthy to spend time with a parent or loved one, my aim is simple: to provide the kind of consideration, respect and dignity I would want for my own family.
Private support, arranged directly by you or for your loved one.
You do not need a government-funded NDIS or Support at Home package to access In Good Company Social Support.
Services can be arranged and paid for privately, giving you greater choice, consistency and flexibility.
Why I Started In Good Company
I started In Good Company Social Support because I believe growing older should never mean growing lonely or missing out on things you'd still like to do.
Sometimes, what makes the greatest difference is having someone dependable to share a conversation, enjoy an outing or simply spend meaningful time with. Someone who arrives when they say they will, takes the time to listen and genuinely cares. My role is to not be simply present, but to make each person feel genuinely valued.
Every visit is shaped around the individual. It might include a friendly chat over a cup of tea, a walk outdoors, help getting to an appointment, an enjoyable leisure activity or outing, or simply the comfort of having someone reliable to look forward to seeing each week.
For families, it also means knowing that someone experienced and caring is spending genuine, unhurried time with the person they love.
My Story
I have spent the past 10 years working in the aged care sector, and that experience has shaped everything about the way I support people today.
I began as a “tea lady”, a role that showed me how the smallest moments of connection can mean the world to someone. A warm cup of tea, a familiar face and a few minutes of genuine conversation can completely change a person’s day.
From there I trained and qualified in Certificate IV, Leisure and Health and have since worked as a Recreational Activities Officer. In this role, I have designed and delivered activities and programs that encouraged enjoyment, purpose and social connection.
I also conducted individual room visits, spending one-on-one time with residents who needed companionship and personal attention. Additionally, I have worked in specialised day support for people living with dementia and weekend respite.
Over the years, I have seen the very best of aged care, as well as the areas where people can sometimes feel overlooked or rushed. That experience led me to create In Good Company Social Support.
I wanted to offer something more personal: consistent, dependable support centred around the individual rather than a hurried visit.
I take the time to get to know each client: their personality, interests, routines, stories and preferences. Everything I have learned over the past decade comes with me to every visit.
Reassurance for You and Your Family
Finding the right person to support someone you love can feel like a big decision. You want someone who is not only experienced, but patient, dependable and genuinely interested to get to know each individual person.
I understand the trust involved in welcoming someone into your home and family’s life. I arrive when expected, communicate clearly and take the time to build a comfortable and consistent relationship with you or your loved one.
Experienced, Qualified and Dependable
When you invite someone into your life or the life of a family member, trust matters.
✓ 10 years’ experience in the aged care sector
✓ Qualified Lifestyle Assistant and Recreational Activities Officer
✓ Current National Police Check
✓ Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
✓ Current Working With Children Check
✓ Current First Aid and CPR certificates
✓ Committed to ongoing learning and professional development
✓ Fully insured
✓ Reliable transport
✓ References available upon request
A Little More About Me
Outside of work, I’m a devoted cat mum to a British Blue girl named London.
If there is one thing London has taught me, it is the quiet joy of good company and the importance of patient presence. Sometimes, simply having someone beside you can make an ordinary day feel a little brighter.
That same warmth, patience and genuine companionship are what I hope to bring to every person I support.
If you're looking for someone who treats social support
as a calling rather than a job, I'd love to help!
