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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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Centenarian Bill is a super expert in his field - a big fish in a tiny sea

Centenarian Dr. William (Bill) Richardson renowned in his field, was asked to commence his last piece of research at the age of 94.
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Centenarian Beth Watts spent many of her years tied to the town clerk

Centenarian Beth Watts from Bedford Heights Estate has many stories to share about the major events in regional Victoria over the past century.
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Long life is in Edna’s genes - and she has always made the most of it

Centenarian Edna Boughen credits her longevity to good genes.
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By all accounts centenarian Jeff is a true gentleman

Centenarian Jeff Uphill is a cherished resident at Onkaparinga Lodge Residential Care.
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A century of service: Cyril Rothall’s life story

Centenarian Cyril Rothall's life is filled with adventure and excitement.
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Volunteer Carmel has surpassed an incredible 45 years of service

Carmel Windebank received a special Length of Service award for her 45 years of dedicated volunteering.
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The Haywoods have a story or two to tell about travelling in classic cars

The Haywoods, Gilbert and Heather have a unique holiday passion.
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Pearl's resident veteran and centenarian

Colin Heard is the oldest surviving veteran in the NT, with an interesting life story.
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Richard Mann is one of our men’s health champions

International Men’s Day is held annually on 19 November and the 2024 theme is Men's Health Champions. Richard Mann is Southern Cross Care’s very own champion.
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Celebrating our constellation of stars

Here is the long-awaited list of our 2024 Southern Stars Awards winners.
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Off to Market

Carmelite Residential Care partnered with Tony & Mark's, a family-operated gourmet grocer, to host a fantastic Fresh Produce Market Day!
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Meet our buzzer beater Sophie

Having reached double digits at age 10, Sophie signed up to be a volunteer - becoming Southern Cross Care’s youngest ever.