The 12 days of Christmas with Acquaint

What your real true love gives to you

As the holiday season draws near, life’s pace tends to quicken – gift lists grow, gatherings abound and homes fill with festive cheer.

For our cherished clients, Acquaint is here to bring ease, joy and thoughtful touches to each and every moment of this busy season.

From handling the practical to enhancing the memorable, here’s what our little birdies have to say about how Acquaint can support you and your loved ones this holiday season.

On the first day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

A way to stay where I want to be.

You know what they say, darling. Home is where the heart is. And we would never deign to take your heart away from you. Which is why, with Acquaint, you can stay living in your element – at home – for as long as you want.

On the second day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Put us to work, dearest! The washing? The dishes? The gifts for the grandkids? We’ve got all of it covered. And we’re not afraid to place a few (veiled) threats to Mr Claus to ensure your loved ones get the best of the best, if necessary.

On the third day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

This time of year is, inherently, incredibly busy – as you well know. So why waste any more time than necessary running around ticking items off your to-do list? Let us help you with that.

On the fourth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Goodness, your family worries. But they do it because they love you.

So, let’s give them the freedom to step out and enjoy the holiday merriment for a few hours. Meanwhile, you will have the freedom to finally air your thoughts to your Acquaint carer about the drab decorations down the street – without having to hear your loved ones call you ‘judgemental’.

Sometimes, good taste is a burden.

On the fifth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Overnight care is no tall order for us at Acquaint, even during the holidays. So we’ll stay with you for as long as you need to make sure you get your beauty sleep. And if that means shushing a few heavy-hoofed reindeer on your roof? Then that’s what it means.

On the sixth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Oh, you need to organise 3 long lunches, and attend another 3? Absolutely no trouble at all, darling. Acquaint is here to keep pace with your bustling social event calendar, no matter the month. We’ll see to every detail – transport, seating and splendid company included!

On the seventh day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Of course, we know you do chair yoga on Mondays. Yes, we’re aware that Wednesdays are for cards. And don’t even suggest we’d forget about Friday night football. We work your care plan around your life’s plan. So you never have to compromise on the things you love.

On the eighth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

8 placemat settings,

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

As if we’d allow your nearest and dearest to come over for a meal without first ensuring they have a place to sit that’s fit for royalty. These holidays, take the cutlery away from the uninformed, for goodness sake, and let us set the table.

On the ninth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

9 cards bragging,

8 placemat settings,

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Poker, Hearts or 9 Card Brag, we know when to hold them – and when to fold them – with the best of them. So, if you’re after a worthy opponent to your card game of choice, look no further than your Acquaint carer.

On the tenth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

10 great conversations,

9 cards bragging,

8 placement settings,

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Our conversational prowess knows no bounds, if we do say so ourselves. So 10 great conversations per day is absolutely no tall order for your Acquaint carer.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

11 flowers planted,

10 great conversations,

9 cards bragging,

8 placement settings,

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary really knew what she was on about. Because with your Acquaint carer on the tools with you, all your silver bells and cockleshells and pretty maids all in a row will be the talk of the town.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, Acquaint gave to me…

12 months of care,

11 flowers planted,

10 great conversations,

9 cards bragging,

8 placement settings,

7 days of care plans,

6 long lunches,

5 sleepovers,

4 hours of respite,

3 errands running,

2 hands helping,

And a way to stay where I want to be.

That’s right. Summer, autumn, winter or spring, Acquaint knows how to offer premium, personal care – all year round. All you need to do is let it happen!


Our tailored at home aged care services go beyond traditional offerings. Our dedicated care team is here to celebrate you – every day. So if you want your loved one to keep living in their element, get in touch today on 03 9267 9090.


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