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Cafe Connections: Brewing more than just coffee

Across our aged care homes, our cafes can be vibrant places where residents, staff, volunteers and families come together.

Recent Articles

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Neuroplasticity: How rewiring the brain can help manage chronic pain

Learn about pain-forming behaviours and brain-rewiring techniques to retrain your brain and reduce pain hypersensitivity.
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Meet Peter: The gym regular who never gives up on his fitness goals

Peter Sharman sets some big fitness goals, which makes it all the more sweeter when he achieves these goals with the help of staff at one of our Health and Fitness centres.
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How art changed Raelene's life: A personal story

Join us in reading Raelene's inspiring story of how her passion for art has helped her navigate life's ups and downs, including caring for her husband and coping with chronic pain.
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Joan has a flair for hair...and care

Joan is a dedicated volunteer who has spent 20 years enriching the lives of residents at Mount Carmel Residential Care.
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Better health and fitness arrives in Goolwa

The new and improved Community Hub has officially opened in Goolwa, providing locals with more options for maintaining their health, wellness and independence at all ages.
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The secret to a healthy and fulfilling life: active ageing

Stay active, healthy, and engaged with our group therapy and fitness classes, one-on-one health services, and Care Car rides. Available for all your local transport needs.
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Discover the artistic journey with I create

Join I Create classes by Rebecca for artistic expression and creativity. Classes emphasise independence and cater to diverse skill levels. Call 1800 852 772 to enquire.
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Stay young at heart: the health benefits of group based activities for seniors

Discover the impact of social connection on health and longevity. Learn about the Out & About program, designed to reduce loneliness and improve the quality of life for seniors.
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Refresh your summer with a delicious Mango Lassi

Mango Lassi - perfect summer refreshment. Combines sweet mango & cool yogurt for delicious, hydrating & nutritious drinks. Enjoy as breakfast, snack or dessert.
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Stay independent at home in 2025

Discover practical and simple home care tips to improve home cleaning, organisation, and maintenance, from DIY hacks to tips for ageing in place homeowners.
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Ageing: What's art got to do with it?

Barry has been attending our Health & Fitness "I Create" classes for the past 8 months.
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Driving a better lifestyle

With three cars now on the road 5 days per week and friendly volunteer drivers at the wheel, the service now provides close to 8,000 individual rides each year.