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Gunter Wahl is an integral member of the community at Regis Dandenong North. He is 82 years old and has been a resident since December 2019. As the unofficial gardener of the Home, Gunter takes pride in ensuring all the gardens are in pristine condition and are a pleasant environment for his fellow aged care residents.
Resthaven Paradise’s very own canine volunteer, Shadow, brings a ‘bark’ of joy to residents each week, accompanied by his owner, and Resthaven volunteer, Russell Dahms.
International Nurses Day was hailed as a time to celebrate kindness and care at Mercy Place Mont Clare, as both staff and residents took the time to thank the nine nurses who care for seniors at the home.
A different breed of pet therapy recently trotted into the Arcare Brighton community. Rescue Miniature and Shetland ponies, Muffie and Texas were accompanied by Pakenham Rescue Ponies founder and trainer, Dean, as they spent the May morning visiting aged care residents.