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Daughters Remember Their Hero Fathers

on Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Two inspiring older women whose fathers served in WWI and WWII have spent years dedicating their lives to ensure their loved ones’ legacies are remembered. As Anzac Day approaches, VMCH Berwick aged care resident Betty Whiteside (pictured) proudly displays a book she spent three years compiling. It includes more than 200 letters her father, Thomas Clair Whiteside, wrote home to his family during WWI.

D-Day Veteran Commemorates ANZAC Day

on Wednesday, April 24, 2019

ANZAC Day is a day of great significance for all Australians but for World War II veteran, 95-year-old Sandy Concannon, it’s also a day of quiet reflection. The Mercy Place Rice Village resident was a pilot with the Australian Air Force. Through the conflict, he made 35 flights over enemy territory to protect the lives of many and safeguard the freedom of on-going generations.

Communicating with a person living with dementia this Easter

on Thursday, April 18, 2019

Whilst Easter is a happy time for most, holiday celebrations and family get-togethers can be a very stressful time for people living with dementia. With that in mind, Dementia Australia has compiled some advice to help better communicate with a loved one living with dementia to improve their comfort and reduce their stress.

Communicating with a person living with dementia this Easter

mecwacare Offers Support in Gippsland Region

on Wednesday, April 10, 2019

mecwacare is proud to announce the opening of its new Home and Community Care Services office in the picturesque seaside town of Inverloch.

mecwacare Offers Support in Gippsland Region