Passport to Song Concert 2026

Passport to Song Concert photo with a choir singing and Paul Sinkinson conducting

Passport to Song Concert

And that’s a wrap!

On Saturday 9 May 2026, the Adelaide Entertainment Centre became became the departure point for a remarkable celebration of music, connection and the voices of older people.

A musical journey through life, love and memories

Whether you’ve followed this journey from the beginning, taken part in it, or are coming to it now, here are some of the standout moments.

Paul and Kirstie announcing the news

What could have been a simple announcement became something much more, with Paul, Community Choir Director, and Kirstie creating a cinematic video reveal for choir members.

Singing ‘Made you look’ on ABC Adelaide Radio

A highlight in the lead-up to the concert was sharing the Sing for Joy journey on ABC Adelaide Radio with Jo Laverty, where choir members Gloria, Lesley and David performed live with Paul on piano.

A moment in the spotlight, with Channel 10 covering the concert rehearsal

In the final lead-up, excitement built as the story reached TV audiences, with Channel 10 covering rehearsals at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

Bringing Passport to Song to life

The performance brought together 130 voices in a powerful celebration of life, love and memories — with standout moments like You’re the Voice earning a standing ovation.

The performance left a lasting impression, with glowing audience feedback and a shared sense of pride among performers and supporters alike.

The journey, made possible by many

As the final notes faded, it became a moment to recognise the many people who made it possible — from performers and organisers to the teams working behind the scenes.

Sing for Joy Choir 

If you loved the energy of Passport to Song, you can be part of it too.

Led by experienced, professional choir directors, Sing for Joy has groups in Glandore, Findon, Glenelg Port Noarlunga, Dernancourt and Campbelltown. No experience needed!

Learn more about Sing for Joy Choir and how to join.

Discover & Explore Social Experiences

ACH Group provides a range of social experiences held throughout the Adelaide metropolitan area where you can meet new people, learn new skills, or revitalise past ones.

Contact us today for more information.

What is the role of an Occupational Therapist?

How OTs can help your independence

Understanding the vital role of Occupational Therapy 

There are many misconceptions about what an Occupational Therapist (OT) actually does, especially in the context of aged care. Often, people aren’t fully aware of the diverse ways OTs support older people, from improving independence to enhancing quality of life.

As we get older, occupational therapy plays a crucial role in helping individuals maintain their abilities, stay engaged in meaningful activities, and live life to the fullest.

Occupational Therapists are problem solvers!

Occupational Therapists work alonside people to determine challenges they might be facing in relation to their daily activities (e.g. showering, preparing meals, gardening) and offer advice around either finding new ways of doing the activity to make it achievable, introducing equipment, or changing the environment to support them in the activity.

Why is it important to see an Occupational Therapist?

The diverse role of an Occupational Therapist mean that they can have a lasting impact on people’s lives, helping them to maintain independence, or to regain independence after a decline in health or a hospital stay.

Occupational Therapists also offer advice on how to simplify activities, strategies to reduce falls in the home and activities to promote quality of life, such as linking people to social and community groups.

What does a day of an Occupational Therapist at ACH Group look like?

Typically, a day involves appointment with customers, arranging and collecting equipment to trial, and chatting to other team members about customer goals and outcomes, in addition to:

  • Goal setting and problem solving alongside residents at residential care homes to engage in activities purposeful to them.
  • Assessing and advising on cognitive ability and development of activities to support stimulation and engagement for residents at all stages of dementia.
  • Prescribing equipment or looking at new ways to complete activities to support residents to live as independently as possible.

How could you benefit from working with an ACH Group Occupational Therapist?

ACH Group is comitted to helping you live life to the fullest by focusing on the things you want to achieve. An Occupational Therapist (OT) can visit you at home and undertake a customer-centred assessment.

Learn more about Occupational Therapy and contact us today.

Sunset commemoration gives wings to Lee’s nightly prayer

Lee Baker lives at Kapara Mews, here pictured with a photo of her husband, war hero, Maurice

Every night after Lennieve (Lee) Baker says her prayers, she will briefly touch her necklace and think about her departed war hero husband, Maurice Moore. Last month, Lee was invited by the Families of Veterans to join other war widows at a sunset wreath laying ceremony at Torrens Parade Ground to mark the 105th anniversary of the RAAF.

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