News & Events

Purposeful Partnerships Through Care Communities

on Monday, May 25, 2020

Community partnerships are invaluable at Opal Aged Care. Opal believe that they can only provide the best possible care when they do so in partnership with others. Opal choose to work with partners who share their values and purpose and support them in enhancing the health and wellbeing of their residents.

Resthaven Marion Residents Supporting Their Neighbours

on Friday, May 22, 2020

A new initiative is underway at Resthaven Marion, with helpers from the resident community supporting their fellow residents to enjoy lifestyle activities.

Henry Visits And Brings Joy To Residents

on Friday, May 22, 2020

It’s well-known that interaction with a gentle, friendly pet has significant benefits, it helps reduce anxiety, grief and isolation. So when Henry visits residents at Medical & Aged Care Group Casey Aged Care, he brings smiles to the faces of everyone - including the staff! Henry is a regular welcomed visitor in the home, bringing joy to all he meets.

Gifts From the Heart for Residents at BlueCross Ruckers Hill

on Friday, May 22, 2020

Travelling has a way of opening one’s mind, especially when exploring a new place and a new culture. For Kate Bywaters, Lifestyle Coordinator at BlueCross Ruckers Hill, her passion in travelling also opened her heart during a chance visit to a café in the Himalayas.

Volunteering Means There’s Never a Bad Hair Day at Baptistcare Mirrambeena

on Thursday, May 21, 2020

Lara Armstrong has found a way to close the distance between her and her loved ones in Perth by volunteering at Baptistcare Mirrambeena Residential Care in Margaret River.

Friendships Flourish During Social Restrictions at MercyVille

on Thursday, May 21, 2020

Strong friendships are flourishing at Mercy Health’s MercyVille aged care home with young students from a local school, even during the time of COVID-19.

Not Just Bingo and Bus Trips at SummitCare

on Tuesday, May 19, 2020

International studies into aged care show that connectedness and activity bring psychological, mental and physical health benefits to the elderly, especially those living with cognitive conditions like dementia and Parkinson’s Disease.

Student Misses Residents at BlueCross Aged Care Home

on Tuesday, May 19, 2020

William, a Year 10 student at St Kevin’s College, has been visiting BlueCross The Gables as part of the school’s community volunteering project. Along with a few other students, William visits The Gables once a week to spend time with the residents.

Inspiring People Recognised For National Volunteer Week

on Monday, May 18, 2020

18 – 24 May is National Volunteer Week and a time for Bethanie, Western Australia’s most recognised not-for-profit aged care and retirement living provider, to reflect on and thank their 550 odd volunteers for their altruistic efforts.

South Australian Family-run Provider of In-home Aged Care Shortlisted for Financial Review BOSS Most Innovative Companies Award

on Friday, May 15, 2020

My Care Solution has been shortlisted for the Australian Financial Review BOSS Most Innovative Companies Award in the health industries category.