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About Us

At Hands Down The Best, we believe support should feel personal, respectful, and genuinely human. Based in Hervey Bay, we provide compassionate NDIS and Aged Care services that empower people to live with independence, dignity, and confidence.

We understand that every person has their own story, strengths, and goals — and that great support begins with truly listening. That’s why we take the time to get to know each client, building relationships based on trust, kindness, and consistency.

Our team is made up of carefully selected support workers who bring heart, professionalism, and positivity to every interaction. They are chosen not only for their skills, but for their empathy, patience

WHAT WE OFFER

At Hands Down The Best, we provide personalised NDIS and Aged Care support designed to help you live with independence, dignity, and confidence. Our services are flexible, reliable, and centred around what matters most to you.

Below is a clear, easy‑to‑read overview of how we support you.

🏡 Personal Support (Daily Living)

🚗 Community Access & Social Support

🧹 Domestic Assistance

🌼 Aged Care Support

🧭 Individualised Support Plans

💬 Companionship & Emotional Support

🛠 Flexible, Tailored Support

Founders Message 

Hands Down The Best was created from a place of love, loss, and deep gratitude. In 2012, Lena and I experienced a family tragedy that changed the course of our lives. During that time, we were surrounded by compassion, understanding, and support — the kind of care that holds you together when everything feels like it’s falling apart. That experience shaped us. It reminded us how powerful genuine human connection can be, and it planted the seed for what would one day become this service.

It took time, healing, and the strength of our large family and wider community to find our way forward. But with their encouragement behind us, we built something meaningful — a service grounded in empathy, dignity, and respect.

The name Hands Down The Best has its own special story. One Father’s Day, my son made a screen‑printed t‑shirt with his little hand and the words “hands down greatest dad.” That moment stayed with me. It was simple, heartfelt, and full of love — exactly what we wanted our service to represent. When it came time to choose a name, it felt perfect.

Every day, we meet people facing challenges — some heartbreaking, some overwhelming, all deserving of care and kindness. Life is already difficult, and for those living with disability or navigating ageing, it can feel even heavier. Being able to walk beside people, lighten that load, and help improve their quality of life brings us immense joy.

Hands Down The Best exists because we believe in compassion, connection, and showing up for others. We believe in appreciating each day, valuing each breath, and supporting people through the moments that matter most.

Thank you for trusting us with your care. It’s an honour we never take lightly.

Jason & Lena

Curious About being a Social Carer?

Looking for a job you genuinely enjoy? Become a support worker!

Get a job that’s flexible, pays well, and makes a real difference in the lives of Australians who have become isolated due to age, disability, injury, or illness.

Choose your hours, choose who you work with, and choose the work you want to do. It’s that flexible.

Our disability and aged care support workers, who we call Social Carers, are paid a fair and competitive hourly rate for the important work they do.

It’s more than just a job. Whether you’re helping someone wash the dishes, get to an appointment, or play a board game, you’re making a real difference in their life.

Do you need help?

1300 047 333

 

Your goals. Your choices. Your life. We’re here to support what matters most.