Aged Care, Home Care and Retirement Living

95 Candles for Matriarch with a Huge Heart

on Thursday, June 22, 2023

Not-for-profit aged care home Mercy Place Lathlain has been lighting an exceptional number of birthdays candles over recent months, with one resident reaching 105 just three months ago, and another set to celebrate her 95th birthday next month.

Ancient Egypt Enthusiast Russell Pursues Passion Against All Odds

on Thursday, June 22, 2023

Meet Catholic Homes’ Home Care client, Russell Decke (JP), a former senior hotel manager whose unwavering passion for ancient Egypt has endured for nearly seven decades. Since he stumbled upon this captivating world in a library at the tender age of five, Russell's fascination with the costumes and statues of ancient Egypt has only grown stronger.

Mrs Doley’s 26-year History with Resthaven

on Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Mrs Helen Doley was no stranger to Resthaven Westbourne Park when she became a resident four months ago, after dedicating 26 years volunteering at the home, and a combined total of 79 years volunteering across various charities.

Breaking Barriers: ABC's Old People's Home for Teenagers Inspires Local Aged Care Initiative

on Wednesday, June 21, 2023

If you happened to watch the groundbreaking series Old People's Home for Teenagers on ABC last year, it would have been difficult not to be deeply moved by the participants as they openly shared their experiences, thoughts, and vulnerabilities.