News & Events

‘Recipe for Life’ Sharing Day Connects Generations

on Thursday, June 7, 2018

Students from Our Lady Help of Christians School recently visited Mercy Place Woree, to participate in a workshop where nursing home residents along with Bhutanese elders shared  the “ingredients” that make up a good life.

Braemar CEO Launches In-Depth Aged Care Staffing Report

on Thursday, June 7, 2018

The CEO of Braemar Presbyterian Care, Wayne Belcher OAM, has launched a review of staffing numbers and quality of care in aged care homes, and their correlation with improved care outcomes for frail, vulnerable and elderly residents.

Searching for Aged Care with Aged Care Online

on Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Aged Care Online is a comprehensive online directory that can help you or your loved one find the best residential aged care homes (nursing homes) in your desired area.

100 Candles for Mercy Place Edgewater’s Bonnie Bartlett

on Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Mercy Place Edgewater resident Bonnie Bartlett celebrated her 100th birthday on Tuesday 5 June surrounded by family and friends who say the centenarian still has a sense of humour and a wonderful heart.

VC Living's Unique Furniture Ideal for Aged Care

on Tuesday, June 5, 2018

VC Living have been supplying outdoor teak benches to the aged care industry for over 10 years. Debbie Stevenson, Managing Director of VC Living sat down with Aged Care Online to explain. 

Migrant Women Aged Care Workers Take the Lead in Gender Equality

on Monday, June 4, 2018

Mercy Health is leading the sector in delivering workplace-based solutions to promote gender equality and prevent violence against women.   

Greek Coffee Wednesday Highlights Importance of Community

on Friday, June 1, 2018

Bilingual speaker Andreas Georgiou has tremendous dedication and selflessness volunteering at MannaCare for the past four years. He says “it was the best thing I ever did. I love it.”

Villa Maria Catholic Homes' Men’s Shed Provides Great Mateship for Local Seniors

on Friday, June 1, 2018

Don’t let the tools fool you – this Men’s Shed is more than just a workshop, it’s a place of friendship and fun. 

Retiree Loses 18kg From Joining Uniting Senior’s Gym and Transforms His Lifestyle

on Thursday, May 31, 2018

As John Hughes stood outside his house in Potts Point, Sydney, his knees buckled, his face drooped and he felt as though he was suddenly drunk. Alarmed and aware something was incredibly wrong he called a taxi to take him to the hospital where he was diagnosed as having a stroke.

Government Announces Appointment of New Aged Care Pricing Commissioner

on Thursday, May 31, 2018

The Minister for Aged Care, Ken Wyatt AM, has appointed John Dicer as the new Aged Care Pricing Commissioner.