We’re excited to welcome Amanda to Empower Healthcare as our new Relationship Manager – VIC.
Amanda brings over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry, having worked closely with business partners, the community, GPs, specialists, and various medical physicians. She is passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives and enjoys engaging with a diverse range of groups.
Prior to her career in healthcare, Amanda spent 13 years at Coca Cola Amatil, where she was part of one of the world’s most recognised brands. During her time there, she built lifelong friendships with colleagues and customers.
Now returning to her old “stomping ground” in Moorabbin, Amanda is excited to give back to the community and support aged care participants. She is deeply passionate about building and maintaining strong business relationships and delivering exceptional service. She understands the importance of aligning with her partners’ needs and expectations.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys boxing, going to the gym, running, cooking, travelling, and spending time with friends and family.
Ten years ago, Empower Healthcare began with a simple but ambitious purpose: to deliver evidence‑informed, person‑centred allied health that genuinely improves independence, function, and quality of life. A decade later, that purpose hasn’t wavered — it has strengthened.
This anniversary isn’t just a marker of time. It’s a celebration of the clinicians who bring expertise and compassion into homes, workplaces, and communities across Australia. It’s a tribute to the individuals and families who have trusted us to walk beside them. And it’s a moment to reflect on the impact that reablement‑focused care can have when delivered consistently, thoughtfully, and with heart.
A Decade of Reablement in Action
For ten years, our clinicians have supported Australians to stay active, independent, and connected. From early intervention to complex care, from aged care to workplace health, our approach has always centred on one question: What will help this person live the life they choose?
Reablement isn’t a buzzword for us — it’s the backbone of our practice. It’s the quiet, steady work of building capability, confidence, and long‑term outcomes. And after a decade of delivering this model at scale, the results speak for themselves: improved function, reduced risk, greater participation, and thousands of stories of people achieving more than they thought possible.
10 Years of Impact: Real People, Real Outcomes
Across metropolitan, regional, and rural communities, our clinicians have supported Australians through:
Restoring mobility and strength after injury or illness
Supporting older adults to remain safely at home
Improving communication, swallowing, and cognitive function
Enhancing wellbeing through tailored exercise and therapy programs
These outcomes aren’t abstract — they’re deeply personal. They’re the moments when someone takes their first independent step after a fall. When a client returns to a beloved hobby. When a family feels supported and informed.
Clinicians at the Heart
Our 10‑year milestone is a tribute to the clinicians who show up every day with professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to best practice. Community‑based allied health is not easy work — it requires adaptability, clinical depth, and the ability to build meaningful relationships in diverse environments.
Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing Clinician Reflections: stories, insights, and moments that have shaped their practice. Because a decade of community care has taught us something important — meaningful outcomes start with meaningful relationships.
Thank You, Australia
For ten years, individuals, families, aged care providers, and community partners have trusted us with their wellbeing. That trust means everything. We’re proud to have walked beside so many Australians, and we’re grateful for every relationship built along the way.
Looking Ahead: The Next Decade of Allied Health
While anniversaries invite reflection, they also spark momentum. The next decade will bring new challenges, new opportunities, and new ways to strengthen capability, innovation, and quality across allied health.
We’re ready for it.
From day one to year ten, our purpose has remained steady: empower independence with evidence‑informed, person‑centred care. And we’re just getting started.
Here’s to the next decade of improving function, confidence, and quality of life across Australia.
We’re excited to welcome Rhiannon to the team as our new Relationship Manager in Queensland!
With over 15 years of experience in the aged care industry, Rhiannon brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the sector. Throughout her career, she has worked across a variety of roles, always with one clear focus: supporting participants to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Passionate about people
Rhiannon thrives on building strong, meaningful relationships. She believes:
Listening, understanding, and working collaboratively are the keys to ensuring clients feel supported and empowered.
Her dedication to helping others is at the heart of everything she does. When she’s not working alongside clients, you’ll find Rhiannon: Camping with family and friends under the stars, indulging in her love of chocolate (sometimes a little too much!), chasing sunset views wherever she can find them
Her balance of professional expertise and personal warmth makes her a wonderful addition to our team.
As Relationship Manager, Rhiannon is eager to connect with providers across Queensland, strengthen partnerships, and continue driving positive outcomes. We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make.