O’Callaghan to lead integratedliving Australia

Not-for-profit, community-based home care provider integratedliving Australia has named experienced aged care executive Nick O’Callaghan as the organisation’s new chief executive officer.

Most recently, Mr O’Callaghan was executive general manager of home care at national provider Australian Unity for over five years. During this time he also spent one year as interim chief executive officer at myHomecare Group following its acquisition by Australian Unity.

Mr O’Callaghan told Australian Ageing Agenda that he feels “genuinely honoured” and proud to lead a team with a strong history of supporting older Australians in regional and rural areas, and that over the past weeks he has been able to meet with many clients and staff and see firsthand the difference they are making.

He replaces Catherine Daley who left in July 2024 after 21 years with the provider.

He told AAA that Ms Daley leaves a “significant and positive legacy,” and has been instrumental in expanding integratedliving Australia’s reach to communities otherwise difficult to serve.

Mr O’Callaghan added that he was as passionate about employee safety as he was about delivering clinical outcomes and that it was essential for both the workforce and clients to have a “culture of care” throughout the organisation’s services. But right now, his priority is to “listen and learn,” Mr O’Callaghan said.

“Our dedicated team delivers a wide range of health and care services, tailored to each client’s needs, and we will keep building on that. We’re looking at ways to make it easier for clients to access services, for our teams to deliver them, and for us to grow our impact in the regions we serve,” he told AAA.

“That includes embracing technology where it can improve experiences, simplifying processes, and continuing to invest in our people. Whatever we do next, it will build on our strengths and keep our focus squarely on delivering care with heart – while also making sure our workforce is safe, supported and set up to succeed.”

Acknowledging he is taking the reins at a pivotal moment for the sector, Mr O’Callaghan said he was focused on making sure they were prepared.

“These reforms aren’t just about 1 November – they are about intergenerational change in how aged care is delivered. We have a responsibility to ensure our clients are well informed about any changes that will impact them, and that the transition is as smooth as possible,” he told AAA.

“We’re also seeking greater clarity on the reforms, particularly CHSP funding, to ensure we’re ready to respond in the best way for our clients and communities. Many clients in rural and regional areas need support, and the waitlist continues to grow. My focus is on making sure we’re ready, and that we use this moment to strengthen the way we work and the impact we have.”

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