Care Community stories
Bathurst Riverview housewarming
A beautiful new care home in Bathurst was officially opened with a welcome to country, a smoking ceremony, and a high tea ‘housewarming’. The Member for Bathurst, Hon Paul Toole…
25th August 2019
Care Community stories
Life in aged care living with purpose
Ted Tarrant recently published a thought-provoking essay on life in his Highton Gardens home, (formerly Opal South Valley). Dedicated to the memory of his dear wife Edna, the essay…
21st August 2019
Care Community stories
Walter's Story
Walter lives with his wife Vilma at Mornington Bay. Here he shares his story with us and tells us some of the reasons he’s happy to call this Care Community home.
24th July 2019
Care Community stories
The Annual Dog Show
Edie from Mornington Bay tells us about the annual dog show event where residents, families, and children are entertained by the not-quite competition-ready pooches!
10th July 2019
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Ari's Story
Ari's journey to regaining his independence is something that has deeply touched everyone who has come in contact with him at Berrinba Greens near Brisbane. Watch his inspiring sto…
4th July 2019
Care Community stories
Virtual Reality Broadens Horizons
Opal residents are embracing exciting new technology and sharing experiences they never thought possible. Using virtual reality headsets, the residents are transported to places…
26th June 2019
Care Community stories
All Creatures Great and Small
You don’t need to be a scientist to appreciate the positive impact that animals can have on people. Anyone who’s experienced the tiny paws of a puppy, the comforting cluck of a chi…
19th June 2019
Care Community stories
Songs from the Heart
The residents of Blacktown Terrace have written a collection of songs exuding love, laughter, and often poignant memories - but above all, celebrating lives well-lived. Their re…
12th June 2019
Care Community stories
Construction begins on Opal Care Community in Toukley
Opal Healthcare's continuing commitment to aged care in the Central Coast region was recently celebrated with a sod turn ceremony signaling the beginning of the construction of its…
29th May 2019