Care Community stories
A career in caring is a family affair
On meeting Naomi Lavery, her warmth and infectious sense of humour are immediately apparent and it’s not long before her passion for caring for others really shines through. It’…
6th November 2019
Care Community stories
Knitting groups
Making new friendships can seem more challenging as we age, but our wonderful knitting groups at Quakers Hill and Blacktown have discovered that shared interests, coupled with a de…
9th October 2019
Care Community stories
Extending the Hand of Friendship
Social connection has an important role to play as residents move into their new care communities. To help her fellow residents ease the transition into their new home, Meadow Heig…
2nd October 2019
Care Community stories
Lifelong learning in aged care
If you’ve ever thought that you may be a little old to try new things, take a moment to read Trinidad’s story and think again. Recently, Trinidad who lives at Blacktown Terrace …
25th September 2019
Care Community stories
Black Jack is in the house!
It’s not unusual to walk into an Opal home and find a faithful dog flopped at the feet of a resident or a cat curled up in another’s lap. Animal therapy provides wonderful benefits…
19th September 2019
Care Community stories
Embracing friendship across generations
Intergenerational programs form part of the beating heart of many of our Care Communities. While the age groups involved span the spectrum from babies and pre-schoolers to school a…
4th September 2019
Care Community stories
Pat and Henry bond during animal therapy
Elle and her charming little Jack Russell, Henry, are part of the Delta Dog program, bringing the joy of animal therapy to our residents. They’ve been visiting Chiswick Manor for a…
4th September 2019
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