Retirement Living resident, Mrs Josephine ‘Josie’ Wilson, is happily sharing her talent with the community at Resthaven Bellevue Heights. Having joined the Resthaven community back in 2014, Josie soon found an opportunity to not only bring joy to those around her, but to herself. ‘I have been a classical pianist since I was 5 years … Continued

On ANZAC Day, we have the opportunity to show our respect for the many sacrifices and contributions made by veterans and their families to our country and our way of life. As the veteran community ages, a proportion have complex care needs that require additional, more intensive support. When a veteran has a need, support … Continued

On 3 August 1930, Mr Neil Player Pearson was born in Pinnaroo, South Australia, spending much of his life serving in the Royal Australian Air Force. Mr Pearson’s daughter, Dian Naraniecki, shares his story with us on Anzac Day, through adapted notes from her father’s journal, reflecting on his time in service. ‘He typed it … Continued

On 21 April, resident, Mrs Margaret Young, celebrates her 100th birthday with family at leafy Resthaven Leabrook. Mrs Young was born in the Memorial Hospital in Adelaide in 1922. ‘I grew up with three brothers and one sister, and my father was a doctor.’ She enjoyed school, excelling in her English studies. ‘I graduated high … Continued

On 15 April, Resthaven Community Respite Services client, Mrs Joan Richardson, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends. Growing up in Prospect with her parents and three siblings, Joan remembers the hardship of the Great Depression. Times were difficult then – hard work meant everything. Joan’s father worked for the Railways and no … Continued

On Mother’s Day, we recognise the important work that many local communities provide to women everywhere. The Zonta Club of Fleurieu Peninsula is just one of many clubs in Zonta International, who believe in supporting women’s issues and advocating for women’s rights. Resthaven Chiton Retirement Living resident, Marg Dent, has been a proud ‘Zontian’ since … Continued

It is nearly Easter, and we are in the season of  Lent. The colour for Lent is purple, which is symbolic of a time of reflection and prayer. I encourage staff, residents, volunteers and families to put on some reflective music, and enjoy a time of peace and relaxation, free from worries. As Easter approaches … Continued

Easter is time of celebrating new life and renewal, of life coming out of death. This is especially pertinent at this time, with nations brutally at war overseas, and devastating natural disasters here at home. All this on top of our third year of a global pandemic. As the days lengthen, the mornings are dark, … Continued

Elaine Crettenden enjoys her time volunteering with Resthaven Bellevue Heights, and her long association with the organisation stretches back to 1986, when her late husband, Ron, was appointed as a member of the Resthaven Board. ‘Ron and I were married in 1982,’ Elaine explains. ‘Before meeting him, I was a single mother, and worked full-time … Continued

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with the United Nations’ World Parkinson’s Day recognised on 11 April each year. Occupational Therapist, Ros Wren, with Mr Bill Day Resthaven provides ongoing support to clients who live with the disease, and Resthaven Northern Community Services is making impressive strides. Occupational Therapist, Rosalind Wren, recognised a need for a … Continued