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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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The basics of advance care planning

What you need to know about advance care planning and why it's important for everyone.
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The Community Foundation Grants Program 2025 is open for applications!

Members of the Southern Cross Care community are encouraged to share their ideas to help reduce loneliness and isolation and improve the lives of older people in our community.
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How to choose the right retirement village for you

Selecting the a retirement village involves careful consideration and research. Our guide is here to help you begin the process.
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The new aged care assessment system is here

As part of the ongoing Government reforms there is now a Single Assessment System.
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Celebrating Valentine's Day by sharing a story of true love

Evelyn and Tony's love story began on Israel, leading to their marriage in 1975. They enjoyed a life full of travel and family, raising two daughters.
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Senior Home Care Assistant Melissa shares the secrets of quality home care

Senior Home Care Assistant Melissa emphasises that effective communication is crucial for delivering quality home care.
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Your local Home Care team in Melbourne is compassionate and understanding

Southern Cross Care's dedicated Home Care team in Victoria is providing compassionate, goals-based, person-centred care to clients.
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Avid adventurer Iris settled in Darwin and is now a centenarian

Centenarian Iris Palmer has a love of adventure.
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Marjorie is a dancing queen who graces the halls of her Residential Care home

Centenarian Marjorie Thomas, at 100 years old, attributes her long life to dancing, emphasising the importance of movement and social interaction.
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The queen of The Pines Health & Fitness Centre is a caring soul

At 104 years old, Vera Pearce continues to live independently and maintains a regular exercise routine, supported by Southern Cross Care.
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From Blackburn to Bedford Heights, centenarian Irene has always had a passion for sewing

Centenarian Irene Mirtchin turned her work in dressmaking into a lifelong passion.
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Centenarian Alice is Liverpool Football Club’s oldest dedicated fan

Centenarian Alice McNicholl at 109 years old, is the oldest member of the Southern Cross Care community.