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Mercy Health and Southern Cross Care (Vic) Join Forces

on Monday, July 2, 2018

Mercy Health and Southern Cross Care (Vic) have officially joined forces, creating one of the largest not-for-profit providers of aged and home care services in Australia.

Arcare Caboolture Residents Feel the Wind in Their Hair

on Friday, June 29, 2018

Residents at Arcare Caboolture felt the breeze in their hair recently, when a local motorbike group (and their dogs!) paid a visit.

Family Shares Experience with Respite at McKenzie Aged Care

on Friday, June 29, 2018

McKenzie Aged Care’s respite services are designed to support you and your loved ones. Respite care is an excellent option for those considering aged care to get a feel for a residence in the event that full time care might be required down the track. It also provides full time carers with a well-deserved break, when they can be assured their loved one is happy and in safe hands.

NDIS rollout to commence in Brisbane

on Thursday, June 28, 2018

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will commence rollout in Brisbane on July 1 this year, bringing relief to the 18.3 per cent of people with a disability living in Queensland’s capital (ABS 2015). Just Better Care Brisbane North owner Susanne Jones said the rollout would be a welcomed arrival for people living with disability, as well as their families, who urgently require funding to access essential community care services.

Social Contributions Bringing Big Benefits

on Thursday, June 28, 2018

Bethanie, Western Australia’s most recognised not-for-profit aged care and retirement living provider is making social contributions a focus for 2018, driving activities which are not part of Bethanie’s core business, but contribute greatly to the wellbeing of the community.

Arcare Cragieburn's Boxing Club Enjoy Training with Commonwealth Champion

on Thursday, June 28, 2018

A group of men from Arcare’s Craigieburn aged care residence have struck up a wonderful friendship with Australian boxing champion Michael Zerafa.

Bethanie Tackling Social Isolation Head On With Intergenerational Playgroup

on Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Bethanie, Western Australia’s most recognised not-for-profit aged care and retirement living provider is tackling social isolation head on in an endeavour to ensure that as many of their customers as possible have a positive ageing experience – remaining active and connected to others.

Comedian Tommy Little Officially Opens Lifeview Aged Care Extension

on Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Comedian and The Project Co-Host Tommy Little has officially opened the 56-bed extension to Cranbourne aged care home Lifeview Willow Wood.

Funding Boost for Margaret River Aged Care

on Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Projects to encourage people living with dementia to reminisce, participate and feel more connected with their Margaret River environment are now possible thanks to a $30,000 grant from Alzheimer’s WA and the Royalties for Region scheme. 

Resthaven Mount Gambier Hosts a Meaningful Ageing Seminar

on Friday, June 22, 2018

Earlier this week, Resthaven Mount Gambier hosted a free spiritual care seminar for those who support older people, which was described as "thought provoking" and "informative" by participants.

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