Simply Helping Geelong & Barwon

Locally Owned

The friendly faces behind Simply Helping Geelong and Barwon are Harvey and Bridget Lang, who have lived in Torquay since 2010, after moving from the south west of the state.

Both Bridget and Harvey have devoted their life to helping, teaching, serving and caring for others.

In her 35 years working as a division 1 registered nurse, Bridget gained vast experience in the health care sector, including nursing, organising community health programs, and managing the day to day operations in regional hospitals.

Prior to moving to Torquay, Harvey was a teacher of physical education at a school in the state’s south west, as well as the local football coach, both as a player and non-player, for 20 years. After completing a business diploma, Harvey operated a successful food delivery service in Ocean Grove for 4 years.

Bridget and Harvey have three adult children who attend university and play local football in Geelong.

Personal Experience

When needing care for an elderly parent, Harvey and Bridget endured their own experience and frustrations with various care providers and carers, and quickly recognised a gap in the market. They saw a need for a care service in the local area that would be compatible with their own values, treat people with respect and dignity, as well as improve the emotional and physical well-being of others. So, in February 2014, Harvey and Bridget established Simply Helping Geelong and Barwon.

From humble beginnings and a team of two others, Simply Helping Geelong and Barwon has grown. Today it includes more than 120 carers and staff, and an administrative team of eight.

The Local Difference

Being locally owned and operated is a huge advantage for those requiring care. We are nearby and readily available, which means decisions can be made quickly. It also gives us the flexibility to quickly adapt to ever-changing care needs. People feel a sense of security knowing that they can rely on our friendly office team for support, information and the ability to schedule carers 24/7 in the event of an emergency.

We aim to provide care services and supports to each and every person in the community who needs a helping hand.

Tailored In-Home Care

We understand that each person has unique goals and circumstances, therefore, our in-home care services can be tailored to suit your needs.

Whether you require short-term care, or have more complex needs, our in-home care services are designed to simply help you remain living safely in your own home, whilst retaining your independence. We also encourage personal choice, and actively support your input regarding your in-home care services.

Our Team

Combined, our management team has over 80 years’ experience in the care sector. We understand that the success of your in-home care experience relies heavily on the level of professionalism and empathy of our team members. That’s why we have stringent processes in place to ensure we only engage the best people to join the Simply Helping team. Recognising the strengths and skill set of each team member allows us to easily match them with your individual care needs, and helps to build a trusting relationship.

Most of our administrative team are also qualified carers. This experience gives them a valuable insight into the importance of successfully matching a carer to a recipient efficiently, to avoid any delays in care.

Suburbs & Postcodes

Aire Valley 3237, Aireys Inlet 3231, Anakie 3213, Anglesea 3230, Apollo Bay 3233, Armstrong Creek 3217, Avalon 3212, Bambra 3241, Bamganie 3333, Bannockburn 3331, Barrabool 3221, Barunah Park 3329, Barunah Plains 3329, Barwon Downs 3243, Barwon Heads 3227, Batesford 3213, Beech Forest 3237, Bell Park 3215, Bell Post Hill 3215, Bellarine 3223, Bellbrae 3228, Bells Beach 3228, Belmont 3216, Benwerrin 3235, Big Hill (Surf Coast Vic.) 3231, Birregurra 3242, Boonah 3235, Breakwater 3219, Breamlea 3227, Buckley 3240, Cape Otway 3233, Ceres 3221, Charlemont 3217, Clifton Springs 3222, Connewarre 3227, Corio 3214, Curlewis 3222, Deans Marsh 3235, Drumcondra 3215, Drysdale 3222, East Geelong 3219, Eastern View 3231, Fairhaven 3231, Ferguson 3237, Freshwater Creek 3217, Fyansford 3218, Geelong 3220, Geelong West 3218, Gellibrand Lower 3237, Gherang 3240, Gheringhap 3331, Glenaire 3238, Gnarwarre 3221, Grey River 3234, Grovedale 3216, Hamlyn Heights 3215, Herne Hill 3218, Hesse 3321, Highton 3216, Hordern Vale 3238, Indented Head 3223, Inverleigh 3321, Jan Juc 3228, Johanna 3238, Kennett River 3234, Lara 3212, Lavers Hill 3238, Leopold 3224, Lethbridge 3332, Little River 3211, Lorne 3232, Lovely Banks 3213, Manifold Heights 3218, Mannerim 3222, Marcus Hill 3222, Marengo 3233, Marshall 3216, Maude 3331, Meredith 3333, Modewarre 3240, Moggs Creek 3231, Moolap 3224, Moorabool 3213, Moriac 3240, Mount Duneed 3217, Mount Moriac 3240, Murgheboluc 3218, Murroon 3243, Newcomb 3219, Newtown (Greater Geelong Vic.) 3220, Norlane 3214, North Geelong 3215, North Shore 3214, Ocean Grove 3226, Ombersley 3241, Paraparap 3240, Pennyroyal 3235, Petticoat Creek 3233, Point Lonsdale 3225, Point Wilson 3212, Portarlington 3223, Queenscliff 3225, Rippleside 3215, Rokewood 3330, Russells Bridge 3331, Separation Creek 3234, She Oaks 3331, Shelford 3329, Skenes Creek 3233, Skenes Creek North 3233, South Geelong 3220, St Albans Park 3219, St Leonards 3223, Steiglitz 3331, Stonehaven 3218, Sugarloaf 3234, Sutherlands Creek 3331, Swan Bay 3225, Swan Island 3225, Teesdale 3328, Thomson (Greater Geelong Vic.) 3219, Torquay 3228, Wallington 3222, Wandana Heights 3216, Warncoort 3243, Wattle Hill 3237, Waurn Ponds 3216, Weeaproinah 3237, Wensleydale 3241, Whittington 3219, Whoorel 3243, Winchelsea 3241, Winchelsea South 3241, Wingeel 3321, Wongarra 3234, Wurdiboluc 3241, Wye River 3234, Wyelangta 3237, Yuulong 3237