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Sue Hampson has been a volunteer at Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care since 2011, and she says volunteering in aged care has many benefits. She currently volunteers once a week by helping out in the on-site Kiosk, and said she’s proud to be a volunteer …

Mary Mann has an irresistible personality, and her approach to life is something we all envy. Born on 15 January 1926 in Ireland, Mary met her late husband Ron, in Egypt in 1953. He served in the Grenadier Guards, an infantry regiment of the British Army …

Peter is a devoted regular at the  Oakfield Rise Health and Fitness Centre . You can find him pumping iron, running on the treadmill, and pushing his limits to achieve his fitness goals. And boy, does he have some ambitious goals to conquer! Recently,  …

You will struggle to meet many others who had a bigger impact on the South Australian retail sector than Geoff Coles AO. The Carmelite Retirement Living resident rose through the ranks of iconic retailer John Martins, and held roles that include Managing …

Colin Lienert has plenty to write about, and thankfully he has the will and creativity to keep writing. The Bellevue Court Residential Care resident and former pig farmer has already written an autobiography and written for the All Australian Pig Breeders …

Pearl Supported Care resident, Walter Girschka, has made a new friend and gained some friendly competition in the game of Chess.* He’s been playing against 11 year-old Pearl Volunteer, Tommy Hill. Tommy visits every second Saturday to ensure he doesn’t …

Running concurrently with the Tokyo games, Southern Cross Care Residential Care homes held their own opening ceremonies for the SCC Games. Torches were carried - at a distance - through each wing of the homes so everyone could participate despite COVID …

Bellevue Court Residential Care is using technology to help engage residents and bring back memories through the power of games. In mid-May, they received their Brain Trainer Plus console, thanks to the Para Region Branch of The Knights of the Southern …

Give your tastebuds a trip to Bombay with this delicious recipe from our very own Dietitian, Bonnie Sanderson. Chicken is a great source of protein, potatoes provide carbohydrates for long lasting energy and yoghurt is a source of calcium to keep your …

How long have you been with Southern Cross Care? I have worked for Southern Cross Care for just over two years.   Why did you want to become a Dietitian? I grew up immersed in country sport, homegrown food and outdoors adventures which helped develop my …