This case study examines the life of Carla, a 54-year-old woman residing in a rural mining town, and analyzes the impact of socio-demographic factors and social determinants of health on her well-being. The study explores Carla's challenges related to her rural location, old age, and employment, highlighting the implications of neighborhood, physical environment, economic stability, community, and social context. It emphasizes the role of education as a critical social determinant, discussing the generational impact of lack of education and its influence on employment, income, and social welfare. The case study also examines the role of health professionals in addressing these determinants, including the need for education, inter-professional collaboration, community-based resources, and policy formulation. The analysis references various studies and reports, including those from the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, to support its findings and recommendations for improving health outcomes in similar situations.