For more than 40 years, Sue Mann has been helping older Australians live with dignity, independence and choice. As the Founder of Sue Mann Nursing and Community Care and a Director of Principle Living, her career has been defined by a commitment to delivering compassionate, personalised care.

Sue's journey began at Gosford Hospital, where she trained as a Registered Nurse before graduating in 1971. It was during her early years in nursing that she developed a strong belief in the importance of individualised care and the role it plays in supporting quality of life.

In 1984, Sue established Sue Mann Nursing and Community Care with a vision to provide high-quality care to people in their own homes. The organisation grew from a one-woman operation into a leading community care provider, later establishing myHomecare, which became Australia’s largest home care provider, before its sale to Australian Unity. Over the decades Sue’s work has supported thousands of clients across the Central Coast and Hunter regions.

Looking back on the early days of the business, Sue says her focus wasalways on putting people first.

"Everyone deserves care that respects their individual needs andpreferences," Sue said.

"Quality care is about more than delivering a service. It's about building trust, preserving dignity and helping people maintain their independence for as long as possible."

In 2026, Sue's contribution to the sector was recognised through being named a finalist in the Senior Australian of the Year category in 2026, acknowledging her decades of service to older Australians and their families.

"There is no one-size-fits-all approach to ageing well," Sue said.

"People want to feel empowered to make choices about how they live, the support they receive and the lifestyle they enjoy. Creating environments that support that sense of independence and wellbeing is incredibly important."

From nursing and community care to seniors living, Sue's career has beenguided by a simple but enduring principle: putting people first.

Through leaders like Sue, Principle Living continues to create homes built around independence, connection and choice, helping people embrace retirement with confidence.

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