Care Community stories

Resident-led committees enable agency in everyday life

For many people entering aged care, the fear of losing agency and control of their own lives may be distressing. Being actively involved in decisions on matters that affect us…

25th July 2024

Care Community stories

Tony's volunteering spirit thrives at Kanwal Gardens

For many of our residents, giving back is second nature. After a lifetime spent bringing good to his community, Tony continues to live his purpose at Kanwal Gardens Care…

22nd July 2024

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Caring gesture helps May create beautiful memories

Sometimes, the smallest moments have the deepest impact. At Warrnambool Riverside Care Community, a kind offer from a friend helped May make precious memories with her daughter…

21st June 2024

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Precious heirloom links past and future

For many of us, family heirlooms are a vital thread linking our past to our present, to our future. For Margaret, who lives at Glenmore Park Care Community, preserving a much-…

11th June 2024

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Wellness Centre fitness program helps Tony stay active

As a former tow-truck and service vehicle operator for the NRMA in the Blue Mountains, Tony knows the importance of keeping people moving. Now living at Bathurst Riverview Care…

5th June 2024

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Residents ENJOY a day at the ballet

What’s all the song and dance about? For residents at Warrnambool Place and Warrnambool Riverside Care Communities, the answer is pure enjoyment, rekindling precious memories,…

30th May 2024

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Ron's extraordinary life of service continues

Across Australia, you don’t have to look far to find the helpers. The people who give without thought of reward. The ones who are always there to lend a hand, or an ear, to the…

8th May 2024

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A perfect day at Maitland Grange

On one special April Friday at Maitland Grange Care Community, rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of newlyweds Jenni and Dan, and resident Jim, the very proud father of the bride…

11th April 2024

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Nurturing mateship at Glenmore Park

Nothing beats spending quality time in the garden with a good mate. At Glenmore Park Care Community in Western Sydney, a new friendship built on a shared passion for gardening…

20th February 2024