Access TheraGolf through aged care
TheraGolf is designed to be more than just a golf program—it’s a therapeutic service that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of older adults. As a program led by an Occupational Therapist and PGA Professional, TheraGolf qualifies as a registered therapeutic intervention under aged care frameworks.
Flexible funding options
- A meaningful therapeutic activity to add into your weekly routine maximising your physical, cognitive, and social wellbeing.
- Provide individual choice and enable independence
- Support cognitive health through engaging, structured activities
- Create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for all abilities
Cognitive Golf
Enhance memory, decision-making, and concentration through strategic golf challenges and mental exercises. Each session is designed to stimulate cognitive function while providing enjoyable, purposeful activity.
Physical Wellness Golf
Improve strength, balance, and mobility through gentle golf movements and exercises. Perfect for maintaining physical health while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of golf.
Sensory Golf Experience
Specially designed for individuals with dementia or sensory sensitivities. Calming music, tactile engagement, and sensory cues create a therapeutic environment that enhances emotional wellbeing.
Social Scramble
Build connections and teamwork in a fun, low-pressure format. Strengthen relationships, reduce isolation, and enjoy the camaraderie that makes golf special.
Mini-Golf Day
Pure joy in an accessible format that supports mood and engagement. Adaptable for any setting, this program brings smiles and celebration to your routine.
Golf Course Adventure
Take your skills to the real course! Experience a driving range in a controlled, safe setting and play actual holes on a professional golf course—the ultimate confidence builder.
Cognitive Golf
Enhance memory, decision-making, and concentration through strategic golf challenges and mental exercises. Each session is designed to stimulate cognitive function while providing enjoyable, purposeful activity.
Physical Wellness Golf
Improve strength, balance, and mobility through gentle golf movements and exercises. Perfect for maintaining physical health while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of golf.
Sensory Golf Experience
Specially designed for individuals with dementia or sensory sensitivities. Calming music, tactile engagement, and sensory cues create a therapeutic environment that enhances emotional wellbeing.
Social Scramble
Build connections and teamwork in a fun, low-pressure format. Strengthen relationships, reduce isolation, and enjoy the camaraderie that makes golf special.
Mini-Golf Day
Pure joy in an accessible format that supports mood and engagement. Adaptable for any setting, this program brings smiles and celebration to your routine.
Golf Course Adventure
Take your skills to the real course! Experience a driving range in a controlled, safe setting and play actual holes on a professional golf course—the ultimate confidence builder.
TheraGolf is designed for Aged Care residents
| Standard | TheraGolf Response |
|---|---|
| Consumer Dignity and Choice | Participants choose their level of involvement and preferred activities |
| Ongoing Assessment and Planning | Activities are adapted to individual physical/cognitive needs, with progress reviewed regularly |
| Personal and Clinical Care | Gentle exercise tailored to health needs; monitored by trained staff |
| Services and Supports for Daily Living | Supports daily movement, coordination, and social routines |
| Organisation's Service Environment | Safe, accessible golf settings with shaded seating and clear signage |
| Feedback and Complaints | Participant input shapes program development and delivery |
| Human Resources | Run by trained facilitators with aged care and inclusive activity experience |
| Organisational Governance | Policies in place for safety, dignity, privacy, and inclusion |
What aged care funding can pay for TheraGolf?
Home Care Packages (levels 1–4), the Commonwealth Home Support Programme and residential aged-care budgets can all allocate funds to TheraGolf. Because sessions are led by an Occupational Therapist they sit under allied-health, wellness or social-support lines, so case managers can claim them without extra paperwork.
How does TheraGolf fit the aged care quality standards?
Our program is built around choice, dignity and ongoing assessment. Each participant gets an individual activity plan reviewed regularly (Standards 1 & 2). Gentle, OT-guided exercise meets personal-care needs (Standard 3) while safe, accessible venues and trained staff cover Standards 5 & 7. Feedback loops and clear policies complete the set.
Do residents need golf experience or their own equipment?
No. We supply adaptive clubs, oversized targets, seated putting aids and even sensory-friendly balls. From first-timers to life-long golfers, everyone can join in and progress at a comfortable pace.
Is it safe for people with limited mobility or dementia?
Yes. Activities are low impact, supervised by an OT and PGA Professional, and can be done seated or standing. For cognitive support we offer sensory golf experiences with calming music, tactile cues and smaller group sizes to keep everyone engaged and relaxed.