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A Stitch in Time for Jessie

on Friday, July 26, 2024

Mrs Jessie Ratledge (85) of Mount Barker has created almost 80 Victorian-era dresses, undergarments, and bonnets, which take up an entire room in her home – and she shows no signs of stopping.

‘I’ve always loved Victorian clothing,’ Jessie says. ‘Growing up in Scotland, my mum had these massive books, and I used to pore over them, and look at all the pictures of the Royals.’

‘I would never have been interested in Victorian clothing back in Scotland, because people would look at those clothes and say, “Don’t be silly, you can’t make that, that’s just a waste of money,” so, I’ve got Australia to thank for my sewing.’

Reimagining Where We Live: Shaping the Future of Aged Care Through Innovative Design

on Thursday, July 25, 2024

The government's Reimagining Where We Live: Aged Care Design Ideas Competition has been a resounding success, inviting architects and designers to envision the future of aged care accommodation. This initiative aimed to test the draft National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines by challenging participants to create aged care homes that are welcoming, safe, accessible, and dementia-friendly, with an emphasis on small-home models.

Happy 100th to Bill Richardson – a Man of Language

on Thursday, July 25, 2024

Resthaven Fleurieu Community Services client, Dr William (Bill) Richardson is a man of language. The former Associate Professor, who turns 100 on July 27, taught French and Spanish at Grammar Schools in England for 13 years, before moving with his wife Helen and their two children to Australia in 1965. Here, he joined the Humanities staff at Flinders University (then known as the University of Adelaide at Bedford Park) as a lecturer, teaching Spanish, and Portuguese and, later, Brazilian Studies. Bill was part of the original teaching staff, with the university opening to students in 1966. 

Overcoming Challenges: Strategies for Job Seekers in Aged Care

on Thursday, July 25, 2024

Embarking on a job search in the aged care sector can be both rewarding and challenging. As a job seeker, you may encounter obstacles such as fierce competition, age bias, or employment gaps. In this article, we will explore some of these common challenges and provide valuable strategies to help you overcome them, ensuring a successful journey toward a fulfilling career in aged care.