Care Community stories
From paralegal to care manager
For Rachel, Care Manager at Mandurah Coast Care Community in Western Australia, a career move to the aged care sector was driven by a heightened sense of meaning. “I’d worked as…
13th January 2025
Care Community stories
Competition and community inspires movement
The human body was designed to move. Any exercise, however small, helps us feel and think better. And that’s especially important as we age, when our activity levels may reduce. Ou…
19th December 2024
Care Community stories
Helping Margaret live her fullest life in care
The beautiful garden beds and hanging baskets outside Margaret’s bedroom are a haven for local birdlife. A labour of love for Margaret and our team, they’re a deeply personal symbo…
9th December 2024
Care Community stories
Rue’s inspiring leadership journey in aged care
When Rue Makore came to Varsity Views Care Community on Queensland’s Gold Coast for her first day as an Assistant in Nursing, she wasn’t sure if a career in aged care was right for…
4th December 2024
Care Community stories
Sakshi’s story: Building a caring career through the Opal HealthCare Academy
Delivering the highest standard of care is essential to supporting Australia’s ageing population. That’s why we launched the Opal HealthCare Academy in 2021 to help us develop our …
5th November 2024
Care Community stories
Wining and dining in McLaren Vale: A feast for all the senses
Residents in South Australia enjoyed a special day at the famous d’Arenberg Cube on the Fleurieu Peninsula, forming new bonds over fine wine, a lunch to savour and priceless art. …
1st November 2024
Care Community stories
The enriching experience of volunteering
Volunteers form part of our social fabric across Australia. Be it fighting fires, keeping swimmers safe, or turning snags at a fundraising BBQ – people find fulfilment in contribut…
31st October 2024
Care Community stories
Living well again: supporting personalised care in aged care
“There’s no way we could look after her at home to the degree that she deserved to be looked after.” – Peter, son of resident Maria at Bossley Parkside Care Community Finding th…
29th October 2024
Care Community stories
Residents and team keeping Springwood green
“It’s not good that people keep sending their rubbish to landfill. We don’t have enough space to last forever. I’ve always tried to recycle or reuse items. I like that where I live…
18th October 2024