News & Events

PARO Pays a Visit to Trinity Manor

on Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Residents at Trinity Manor in Balwyn were recently delighted to receive a visit by PARO the robotic seal.

Australian-First Connected Tablet Solution to Help Transform Aged Care Services

on Monday, December 5, 2016

Catholic Healthcare, Samsung Electronics Australia, Breezie Inc., and Ethan Group, have entered into a collaboration to deliver a new tablet solution to older Australians designed to help support greater independence for clients, and improve connectivity to relevant health services and important online communication channels.

Palliative Care at Home

on Monday, December 5, 2016

Dignity in the final stages of life is often requested of many palliative patients. When their condition is deemed terminal and they enter their palliative stage, receiving care and support for their needs whilst remaining close to family is of paramount importance. Without the support of carers, palliative care at home can be impossible for many families.

Nanny and Poppy Day at RSL Care Carrington

on Monday, December 5, 2016

RSL Care Carrington has once again celebrated the end of their ‘Nanny and Poppy’ program for the year with a Christmas concert. 

Sapphire Care – Grossard Court Celebrates Recent Government Grant

on Friday, December 2, 2016

Sapphire Care residence Grossard Court have been fortunate enough to receive a government grant for a much-needed back-up generator.

$6 Million Extension at Helping Hand Lealholme in Port Pirie Opens

on Friday, December 2, 2016

Helping Hand’s Port Pirie aged care residents will now share the one home following the official opening of a $6 million extension to its Lealholme property at Halliday Street.

Regis East Malvern Celebrates with Opening Ceremony

on Thursday, December 1, 2016

Regis recently celebrated the opening of their brand new aged care residence, Regis East Malvern.

Respite Care

on Thursday, December 1, 2016

Respite care (also known as short-term care) is a form of care designed to support you and your carer. Respite care ensures that your care needs are supported while your carer has the opportunity to take a break and enjoy everyday activities.

Cycling Without Age Launches in Australia

on Thursday, December 1, 2016

The first Australian Chapter of a Danish movement designed to help older people feel the wind in their hair again was launched yesterday by the Danish Ambassador, thanks to a $20,000 Community Grant from IRT Group's IRT Foundation.

BaptistCare Wins ITAC Award for YouChoose

on Wednesday, November 30, 2016

BaptistCare's new YouChoose website took out the top gong at the Information Technology in Aged Care (ITAC) 2016 awards in Melbourne last night.