Care Community stories
Intergenerational friendships benefit young and old
As people age and their social networks become smaller, it’s important they have opportunities to continue to engage with the wider community. Story-sharing across the generations …
16th September 2021
Care Community stories
Sale Agricultural Show
As the old saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” That’s exactly what our residents did when they found out their beloved annual tradition would not go ahead for…
2nd September 2021
Care Community stories
Fun for all ages
In 2020, Murdoch Gardens Care Community partnered with Playgroup WA, a community of mums and bubs seeking connection with older people. Every Monday, Playgroup WA visits our Car…
19th August 2021
Care Community stories
We're off to see the wizard!
Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion and the Wicked Witch of the West were just a handful of classic characters that our residents at Springwood Greens Care Community were able to sing along…
29th July 2021
Care Community stories
Maintaining independence through work
At Opal HealthCare, we are advocates for the people in our care. We believe everyone should be able to contribute their skills, experience and wisdom to society as they age. Peo…
22nd July 2021
Care Community stories
Replacing isolation with connection
Connections are vital now as much as ever and while isolation and loneliness are real concerns for elderly in the wider community our person-centred care strives to change this in …
17th July 2021
Care Community stories
Laughter at Lakes Entrance
We all need a little laughter in our lives and Lakes Entrance Care Community in Victoria enjoyed songs and laughter with the clown doctors at The Humour Foundation! In 2020 duri…
15th July 2021
Care Community stories
Connecting to Country in our Care Communities
CareerTrackers is a national non-profit organisation that aims to create pathways and support systems for Indigenous young adults to attend and graduate university with industry ex…
8th July 2021
Care Community stories
5 reasons why wellness Programs benefit our residents
Wellness programs help residents maintain or improve mobilityAs we get older certain things happen to our bodies. Medical research shows that as a result of reduced physical activi…
1st July 2021