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    Baby chicks promote wellness and capture new beginnings

    Easter celebrations mark the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolised through new beginnings. At Resthaven Bellevue Heights, residents have been experiencing this first-hand with the arrival of the ‘Henny Penny Hatching’ program. Watching chicks emerging from their shells brings delight to residents at the home. Mrs Helen Thorp (pictured right) kept chickens for many years and … Continued

    Finding ways to contribute

    At Resthaven, we recently held an award night to celebrate staff and volunteers who had gone above and beyond in their role. It was wonderful to be involved in an event that recognised and acknowledged people who had made a difference to the lives of others. One of the highlights of the evening was seeing … Continued

    Make your wishes heard with an Advance Care Directive

    For Karen Gregory, Resthaven’s Palliative Care Advanced Practice Nurse, Advance Care Planning Week (March 18–25) is a timely reminder that everyone over the age of 18 should have an Advance Care Directive. ‘Talking about death and dying is not always easy’, Karen says. ‘But these conversations are extremely important. There might be a time in … Continued

    Leadership Excellence: Sonia’s strategic transformation of Resthaven’s workforce

    Over the past three years, Manager Workforce Strategy, Sonia Hunter, has emerged as a dynamic leader. She has contributed to shaping Resthaven’s workforce and organisational culture in the face of challenges such as the Royal Commission, a global pandemic, and ongoing government reforms. Late last year, Resthaven nominated Sonia in the ‘Emerging Leader’ category for … Continued

    Continued growth in the Fleurieu leads to expansion of Resthaven services

    Every day, Resthaven shares the lives and wisdom of older people and their carers, opening doors to the full range of aged care service options available. Services are provided throughout metropolitan Adelaide, the Adelaide Hills, Murraylands, Riverland, Fleurieu Peninsula, lower Barossa region and the Limestone Coast of South Australia. Executive Manager Community Services, Mel Ottaway, … Continued

    Resthaven staff and volunteers shine at the inaugural Resthaven Excellence Awards

    Resthaven’s commitment to delivering high-quality residential and community aged care services was on show last Friday, 1 March when the inaugural Resthaven Excellence Awards took place. Held at the new Wolf Blass Centre, Morphettville, the awards recognise and reward the contribution of Resthaven volunteers and employees who live the Resthaven values – trust, dignity and … Continued

    Mrs Gladys Jones — the Pearl of the Pacific

    With mementos of her life carefully positioned around her room at Resthaven Marion, Mrs Gladys Jones is something of an international citizen. Born in Fiji, the great-granddaughter of a Tongan princess, Gladys has on display a Fijian fan, made from the fibre of coconut trees, an Irish cross to signify her Irish Catholic upbringing, as … Continued

    Proactively manage your ageing with new information sessions

    This year, Resthaven is running a series of free sessions to bring older South Australians the information they need to best manage potential health concerns. ‘As we get older, a number of health issues can arise,’ Mel Ottaway, Resthaven Executive Manager Community Services and Retirement Living says. ‘By staying well informed, we all have an … Continued

    Community-minded Lloyd Mattner looks on the sunny side

    Always one to have his ear to the ground, Resthaven Aberfoyle Park resident Mr Lloyd Mattner, 92, has special inside knowledge when it comes to the solar installation that is currently taking place on the roof of the aged care home. His grandson, Chris Mattner, is the CEO of CME Solutions, the company that was … Continued

    Dementia respite program a ‘game-changer’ for carer, Cherie-Lee

    Resthaven’s ‘Staying at Home in Regional South Australia’ program has been a ‘game changer’ for family carer, Cherie-Lee Lindsay. Cherie -Lee is the primary carer of her father, Mr Bill Kable, who lives with dementia. Cherie-Lee explains, ‘When I first read about the Staying at Home program, I thought it was perfect for us, as … Continued

    What has changed since the Royal Commission?

    The end of February marks three years since the release of the final report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. So, what has changed and what does this mean for older Australians? One of the most significant initiatives was the release of 80,000 home care packages over two years in 2021-22 … Continued

    Volunteer for ‘happy’ connections

    ‘Happy Hour’ is a much-loved social event held at Resthaven Mount Gambier each Friday afternoon, and one where more volunteer support is welcomed. ‘Seeing the connections shared between residents and volunteers is heartwarming,’ Mount Gambier Acting Lifestyle Coordinator Shelley van der Linde says. ‘We would love volunteers to join us for Happy Hour, as well … Continued

    A change of plans leads to love for Ian and Meredith

    In 2008, when Mr Ian Ottway received the news that he would have to alter the plans for his upcoming holiday to Western Australia, little did he realise that Cupid’s arrow was about to strike. ‘I was living in Albury, Victoria, and I had a phone call to say the particular coach holiday that I … Continued

    Pardeep Singh Dhot appointed as Senior Manager Residential Services

    Resthaven is pleased to announce the appointment of Pardeep Singh Dhot to the position of Senior Manager Residential Services. Pardeep has an impressive depth of experience within the organisation, where he was first appointed as a Relieving Clinical Nurse in 2017. He has also worked in the positions of Relieving Care Coordinator and Relieving Manager … Continued