Transforming aged care through Australian excellence and Montessori.
We work with aged care providers worldwide to deliver training, environment design, and consultancy focused on dignity and purpose.
Our unique approach.
Elder Care Excellence International was founded on a simple belief: every older person deserves care that honours their dignity, respects their individuality, and supports their independence and wellbeing.
Australian expertise
We bring deep knowledge of Australian aged care quality and compliance, applying proven standards to improve care delivery in diverse settings.
Montessori principles
We apply Montessori principles adapted specifically for older adults, supporting autonomy, engagement, and meaningful daily life.
Person-centred care
We focus on care that recognises ability rather than disability, supporting dignity, independence, and individual strengths.
Global perspective
We work internationally with sensitivity to local cultures, regulations, and care practices, ensuring our approach fits each context
Bringing Australian aged care excellence to the world through person-centred care.
Drawing on Australia's internationally recognised aged care standards and the time-tested Montessori philosophy, we help organisations worldwide transform their approach to elder care—from staff training to environment design to operational excellence.
Training
Building tomorrow’s aged care workforce.
Quality care begins with quality training. Our bespoke aged care training programs equip your team—from entry-level care workers to senior management—with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional person-centred Montessori-based care. Our training is:
- Grounded in Montessori principles
- Adapted to Australian best-practice standards
- Specialised modules for dementia care
- Practical and hands-on, with immediate application
- Culturally adaptable for international teams
Aged Care Environment Consultancy
Creating environments where people flourish.
We help design Montessori-inspired care environments that support dignity, independence, and quality of life, especially for people living with dementia. We work with:
- Existing facilities, improving day centres and long-term care homes
- New builds, integrating best-practice dementia care design
- All settings, ensuring the environment supports your care philosophy
Our approach considers layout, lighting, colour, furniture, sensory elements, and activity spaces to reduce confusion, support independence, and enhance wellbeing.
Business consultancy
Establish sustainable Montessori care services.
Our business consultancy guides you through the complex process of establishing and operationalising aged care services that are both high-quality and financially sustainable. We assist with:
- Business planning and service model development
- Regulatory compliance and quality frameworks
- Community infrastructure and partnership development
- Operational systems and workflow design
- Staff recruitment, training, and management structures
Our leadership team
Whether you're establishing new services or enhancing existing ones, we bring the knowledge, tools, and partnership you need to achieve excellence.
Anne Kelly
Director
Anne Kelly is a registered nurse and international leader in the application of Montessori principles to aged care and dementia. She is the Managing Director of Montessori Consulting Australia and has over 45 years’ experience across residential and community care settings. Anne delivers training and consultancy worldwide and is the author of two influential books on Montessori approaches in aged care and dementia.
Christina Harlamb
Director
Christina Harlamb is an experienced aged care executive and management consultant with expertise in service development, workforce leadership, and community-based care. She founded Focus Care Australia to deliver high-quality aged care, dementia care, and disability services in home and community settings. Christina serves on the Association Montessori Internationale Committee for Dementia, Disability and Ageing and has contributed to the development and international auditing of Montessori accreditation standards.
Ready to transform your aged care services?
We work with aged care organisations to understand their goals and identify practical ways to strengthen care through training, environment design, and consultancy.