What we do

St John Ambulance SA have identified that for so many, a reliable means of transport is a significant challenge in getting to and from appointments or activities. Our Community Transport Service is designed to fill that void by providing door-to-door service to people who are unable to access alternative means of transportation. Our team of dedicated volunteers ensure that you will be well cared for during your transport journey.

Available to anyone over 18, the service can be used to access medical appointments, community centres and unassisted shopping, without having to rely on the help of loved ones or public transport. We are also pet friendly!

Don't miss out! We recommend booking early to secure your place. As we are currently trialling two vehicles for this service, one in Metro North and one in Metro South, spots will fill up fast. Vehicles will travel between their housed location in either Noarlunga or Playford and can travel as far as the city centre for medical appointments and locally for all other activities.

To find out more, get a quote or to book, please contact our dedicated team. (Mon - Fri)

Phone: 0460 945 193 or enquire online.

The Commonwealth Home Support Program helps senior Australians access entry-level support services to live independently and safely at home.

The CHSP promotes working with you to maintain your independence rather than doing things for you. 

St John SA is funded to deliver social support individual programs in the four Metropolitan funding regions; North, South, East and West.

If you are over 65 (50 for ATSI), to be eligible to access CHSP you must be registered with My Aged Care. St John Community Care can assist you with this process.

Funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. Visit the Department of Health website http://www.health.gov.au/ for more information. Although funding for this program has been provided by the Australian Government, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views or policies of the Australian Government.

St John SA offers a range of accompanied activities to clients accessing the Commonwealth Home Support Program and Community Visitors Scheme Home Care Program.

Types of accompanied activities can include:

• Supported shopping

• Support to access Libraries/Community Centres

• Activities of Choice eg. Art or Fitness Classes

• Accompanied walks or excursions

All activities accessed through St John SA Community Care are tailored to suit individual goals and those listed above are a guide only. We will consider your individual preferences subject to volunteer availability. All clients are assessed to ensure our services are right for them.

St John SA offers a range of social outing options to clients accessing Commonwealth Home Support Program and Community Visitors Scheme Home Care Program.

Types of social outings can include:

• Visits to museums and art galleries 

• Trips to places of interest

• Movies and the arts

• Garden centres

• Walks on the beach

• Coffee and cake at a local cafe 

All activities accessed through St John SA Community Care are tailored to suit individual goals and those listed above are a guide only. We will consider your individual preferences subject to volunteer availability. All clients are assessed to ensure our services are right for them.

St John SA offers a range of in-home activities to clients accessing CHSP and ACVVS services.

Types of activities that can be undertaken together include:

• Games – such as board games and cards

• Jigsaws

• Adult colouring in

• Painting

• Music – listening or playing

• Chatting

• Craft

• Shared common knowledge

• Watching movies

• Sharing photographs

• Reading companion

• Walks in local area

All activities accessed through St John SA Community Care are tailored to suit individual goals and those listed above are a guide only. We will consider your individual preferences subject to volunteer availability. All clients are assessed to ensure our services are right for them.

The Treasured Story program creates an opportunity for people to share their life experiences with family, friends, loved ones and the community. It provides an opportunity to reflect on one’s life in a way that can bring enjoyment and peace, while at the same time leaving a legacy of living history for future generations.

This program can be accessed under your social support program or can be a stand-alone fee for service.

Sharing their life narrative gives them:

• Satisfaction

• Self esteem

• Meaning in life

Volunteer writers are individually matched according to client needs and preferences, they make weekly or fortnightly visits to the home for the duration of the program.

Our Specialised Services program offers short term intensive support in specialised activities such as:

• The Treasured Story program

• Assist with access to new technology

• Assist with access to social media

• Meaningful Moments

Clients are internally referred through the CHSP program to access programs offered through Specialised Services.