CENTRECARE

Empowered staff, clearer navigation, and 106K impressions: a five-year transformation serving WA’s communities better.

CentreCare website design

How do you serve diverse communities when
your own team can't update your website?

CentreCare Inc., one of Western Australia's leading not-for-profit community service agencies, faced a digital bottleneck that undermined their mission. Their website's confusing navigation frustrated both staff and visitors, with menu items that didn't fit properly on screen and a homepage failing to showcase their extensive Perth location network.

Content management had become a technical barrier requiring specialised knowledge. The communications team depended on external support for even minor updates — an unsustainable situation for an organisation needing to respond quickly to community needs. "We had all this valuable information about our services, but our website wasn't helping people find it," the CentreCare team reflected.

For an organisation dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities across Western Australia, every day with an ineffective website meant families and individuals struggling to access vital services. CentreCare needed more than a visual refresh — they required complete digital transformation with staff empowerment at its core.

Navigation Issues

Menu items didn't fit on screen and homepage failed to showcase location network.

Content Barriers

Technical knowledge required for updates, creating dependency on external support.

Response Time

Inability to quickly update information when community needs changed.

Empowerment Through Technology and Training

Our consultation revealed CentreCare needed a solution balancing powerful functionality with intuitive management. The approach centred on creating sustainable independence through technology choices and comprehensive training.

Discovery & Planning

  • Service location mapping across Perth
  • Staff workflow analysis
  • Navigation architecture design
  • Training needs assessment
1

Platform Selection & Design

  • Craft CMS chosen for flexibility
  • User-friendly interface design
  • Location-based navigation structure
  • Mobile-first approach
2

Development & Migration

  • Complete website rebuild
  • Content migration strategy
  • Staff access setup
  • Performance optimisation
3

Training Program Launch

  • Initial CMS training sessions
  • Documentation creation
  • Hands-on workshops
  • Confidence building exercises
4

Ongoing Partnership

  • Regular training refreshers
  • Platform updates
  • Performance monitoring
  • Strategic consultations
5

From Dependency to Digital Independence

Lab 385 delivered a comprehensive transformation that empowered CentreCare's team to take control of their digital presence. The solution combined technical excellence with human-centered training.

Craft CMS Platform

Enabling staff self-sufficiency with intuitive content management

Strategic Navigation

Showcasing all locations clearly with improved user experience

Mobile-Responsive Design

Serving community on-the-go with perfect desktop/mobile balance

"Work with Us" Section

Attracting 180+ potential employees monthly

Comprehensive Training

Building lasting capabilities through regular sessions

Measurable Results & Team Transformation

The real breakthrough came through Lab 385's commitment to education. Team members who previously struggled with technical tasks now confidently manage complex website updates independently. Communications staff regularly update service information, launch campaigns, and manage content without requiring external support.
The comprehensive training program — delivered through both online and in-person sessions — transformed hesitant users into confident content managers. The approach emphasized hands-on learning and patient support, treating each team member as a valued partner in the digital transformation journey.
The result: A self-sufficient team equipped with the skills and confidence to maintain their digital presence, supported by ongoing training that ensures continued growth and adaptation to new features and requirements.

Industry

Not-for-Profit
Community Services

Location

Perth, Western Australia

Services

Website Development
CMS Training
Ongoing Support

Partnership

Since 2019

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