Driving Miss Daisy Mount Barker

16/10/2026

Today we are at Adelaide's largest Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle expo!

Making new friends and catching up with old. Along with hundreds of incredible exhibitors. If you are around pop in and say hello.

📍 Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showground⁠

11/10/2026

National Carers Week begins today.

More than one in nine Australians is a carer, but many would never use that word to describe themselves.

They might simply say:

🌼“I’m helping Mum with her appointments.”

🌼“I check in on my neighbour.”

🌼“I manage my husband’s medications.”

🌼“I take my daughter where she needs to go.”

🌼“I’m just doing what families do.”

But that time, responsibility and care matter. Being a carer is one of the most incredible roles that anyone can do and it is often invisible.

This week is an opportunity to recognise the people quietly holding things together for someone they love.

If this sounds like you, please know that your contribution is seen, it matters and support is available through Carer Gateway on 1800 422 737. Or Carers SA.

Share this with someone whose care deserves to be recognised. Let them know they are seen and valued.

06/10/2026

One of the lovely things about being out on the road every day is noticing the little things. A beautiful garden. A burst of daisies. A driveway that makes you stop for a second and smile. 🌼

Sometimes the best part of the journey isn’t the destination at all.

Here’s your reminder to notice the small, beautiful moments along the way. 💙

05/10/2026

What else would we be doing on a public holiday? Spending it at the Strathalbyn Show, of course! 🌼💙

We’re out enjoying our local community, catching up with familiar clients and meeting lovely new faces.

If you’ve ever wondered what Driving Miss Daisy Mt Barker is all about, come and say hello. We’d love a chat about how we can help you or someone you love get out and about.

Look for the blue Daisy car and our smiling faces. 😊

What’s your must-do at the show? The animals, the rides, or working your way through the food stalls? Tell us below! 👇

04/10/2026

Here is a little challenge for South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well.

Think of someone you have been meaning to see.

Send the message.
Make the call.
Book the coffee.
Plan the outing.

Connection does not have to involve a big event. Sometimes it is simply sitting together, having a chat and making time for someone who matters.

Who have you been meaning to catch up with?

And if getting there is the difficult part, Driving Miss Daisy Mt Barker may be able to help make the plan possible.

Tag someone you would love to catch up with, or send them a private message today.

30/09/2026

Did you know there was an International Day of Older Persons?

I didn’t. 🤦‍♀️

It’s today, 1 October. And naturally, my first question was…

How old is “older”? 😂

Older than my children? Definitely.
Old enough to know better? Apparently.
Ready to describe myself as an “older person”? I’d like to speak to the committee. 🤣

Jokes aside, what a lovely reason to celebrate the people whose experience, stories and contributions enrich our lives.

Happy International Day of Older Persons to everyone happily claiming it, and everyone requesting a recount. 💛

What age did you think was “old” when you were young… and how far have you moved the goalposts since? 👇

Happy International Day of the Older Persons. It was observed for the first time in 1991 so has been running for over 30 years. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about the issues affecting older persons. It also provides an opportunity to take steps to demonstrate respect. Older people are caretakers and custodians of traditions and so much knowledge and information are held within their experiences and memory.

We appreciate you and the wisdom you have to share 💙

22/09/2026

We've been on several w**e tours lately, which got us thinking about getting out and having fun.

What an amazing region we get to live and work in!

Sometimes, getting out of the house isn't about a big occasion. It might be coffee with a friend, a wander through the shops, lunch somewhere lovely, or simply a change of scenery.

We're very lucky to have so many beautiful places around Mount Barker and the Adelaide Hills. Where's your favorite local place to visit when you need a little lift?

We'd love to hear your recommendations, don't be shy and shout out to your favorite business and show them some love too. You might even give someone else an idea for their next outing.

21/09/2026

Don’t wait for the right words. Let’s talk about dementia.

Starting the conversation may feel difficult, but silence can leave people living with dementia, and those who care for them, feeling isolated.

You don’t need to have all the answers or say everything perfectly. Sometimes, simply taking the time to listen, learn and stay connected can make a real difference.

It’s dementia awareness week Dementia Australia “it’s time to talk about dementia”.

At Driving Miss Daisy Mt Barker, we believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard and included.

Let’s keep the conversation going. 💙

18/09/2026

Meet Matt, although most people know him as “Turbo”!

Turbo is one of our favourite clients, and we see him regularly when we take him to work at South Coast Firewood & Gardens

There is never a dull journey with Turbo. He keeps us entertained with his great stories, and no trip is complete without a good country music mix playing along the way.

If you still need some quality firewood, pop into South Coast Firewood & Gardens and say hello. We are sure Turbo will look after you!

At Driving Miss Daisy, we get to know our clients and the things that make each journey enjoyable. Because it is about so much more than simply getting from A to B. 💙🌼🚙

17/09/2026

There is preparation behind every Daisy journey.

The day is checked, the car is clean and comfortable, and we are ready to welcome each person with a friendly face. We ask about what you need because we care.

Because feeling confident about a journey starts long before we arrive at the door.

Whether it is an appointment, shopping or somewhere you simply want to be, we are here to help make the day a little easier.

If you or someone you love could use a little extra support getting out and about, send us a message.