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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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Around the world and back to Mornington

Residents of The Mornington Retirement Village George and Noraidah Atkin have shared a well travelled life together.
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Grant brings green to life

A Community Foundation internal grant has revitalised the garden space at Riverpoint Retirement Village.
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Independent living at The Mornington Retirement Village Shearwater Serviced Apartments

The Shearwater Serviced Apartments in Mornington Victoria offer assistance and support to make your life easier, such as housekeeping and nutritious chef prepared meals.
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Why social connection is important in retirement villages

This article explains why social connections are so important in retiremet.
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Face to Face at the Migration Museum

Our residents and clients will have their artwork on display for SALA at the Migration Museum!
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Support older people with life changing access to their community

Help us drive loneliness away by making a donation towards our Care Car Program.
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Gardening expert Kim Syrus answers 7 essential questions retirement village residents should know

The Oakfield Rise Retirement Community had the privilege of hosting Kim Syrus for an exclusive question and answer session recently.
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A Top End story of service and community

Joan has led a wonderfully active life in Darwin, and is a valued member of the Pearl community.
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Aged Care reform is on its way, here's what you need to know

On 1 November the new Aged Care Act will come into effect. The Act aims to improve the ways aged care services are delivered.
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Volunteer Cheryl says she is wealthy beyond means

Volunteer Cheryl Routledge spends a day each week at Labrina Village Residential Care, looking after residents’ nails and giving hand massages.
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5 tips to overcome the winter blues for seniors

This article explores practical ways for seniors to stay connected throughout the winter season.
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The closest of family ties

Vivienne Causby and her daughter Vivienne are living together again at McCracken Views Residential Care.