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Volunteer Kyra Little and her gorgeous dog Pumpkin are favourite visitors at Oakfield Lodge Residential Care.    They visit once a week, with Kyra visiting an extra day by herself to help residents take part in activities.  Kyra began volunteering over a …

At Southern Cross Care we have been supporting more than 2,000 residents and clients over the past eight years to create original artworks for the prestigious South Australian Living Artists Festival (SALA).  We’re doing it again in 2024 with our new SALA …

Clifford Wright loves footy and keeps a well-stocked bar fridge next to his electric recliner chair for the games.   “You can’t watch the footy without a beer in your hand,” Cliff punctuates like a true footy fan.  The catch? Cliff has lived and worked …

Neil Cooper stepped out of a light aircraft above Adelaide at 15,000 feet for a “fantastic” adventure he’ll remember forever.    Neil had toyed with the idea of skydiving for some time, deciding in 2024 it was time for action.  To get ready for the jump, …

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Respite services support carers to take a break, with quality short-term day and overnight care options!   What is Respite Care? At Southern Cross Care, we know how important it is for both carers and their loved ones to have some time to rest and …

Clients, volunteers and staff have worked hand-in-hand to bring Willow Fern Cottage’s outdoor space to life.    Last year, Willow Fern Cottage was granted $10,000 from the Southern Cross Care Community Foundation to build a garden that would involve …

Tim leads discussion on Men’s Health one workshop at a time   Tim McKeough has been a dedicated Physiotherapist with Southern Cross Care Health & Fitness for several years. He's been helping his colleagues develop professionally by hosting educational …

Colin Heard recalled the day he signed up in 1942.  It was around the time of the Battle of the Coral Sea - and he joined with three other young men from Naracoorte. “It was a pivotal day and I remember the wireless said ‘America has won the war’,” Mr …

Decreased lung function is a normal part of the ageing process, but there are steps we can take to help maintain good lung health.   What lowers lung capacity? Various factors can contribute to reduced lung capacity over time. Ageing is often the primary …