‘I wouldn’t say this unless I really meant it,’ says Mrs Jones*, ‘I’ve been so completely satisfied with Resthaven.’ Mrs Jones, whose husband is supported by daily in-home visits from fully qualified Resthaven Marion Community Services staff, says, ‘They come and get [my husband] dressed, give him a shave, and do his hair.’ ‘Then I … Continued

Resthaven Paradise & Eastern Community Services staff recently received a lovely letter of thanks from a very happy client, who says, ‘We would like to thank you for the dedication and joy you put into caring for your clients while they are at respite care every week.’ ‘You definitely show concern for their welfare.’ ‘The … Continued

Mr Graham Marshall is visiting his wife of 66 years, Val, at Resthaven Port Elliot, and ‘couldn’t be happier’ with the support she receives. ‘As far as I’m concerned, Resthaven is number one,’ he says. ‘Val had two lots of respite here before moving in permanently, and she really enjoyed it.’ ‘I thought, if Val … Continued

Barbara has come a long way since she first approached Resthaven Marion Community Services for support more than four years ago. ‘Barbara first came to us for physiotherapy to help with her arthritis,’ says Manager, Deb McDonald. ‘After a few weeks, she heard about our “Wellness on Wednesday” group, a group specifically for older people … Continued

As Mr Fred Mogel blew out the candles on his 84th birthday cake, he reflected on the positive changes to his life since attending the Lane Cottage Program through Resthaven Community Respite Services. ‘I’m very, very lucky that I got here, as a year ago, I had my doubts,’ he says. ‘I am thankful to … Continued

Recently, the team at Resthaven Leabrook were contacted by the nephew of a resident, who wanted to express their thanks for their care of his Aunt*. ‘As the nephew of one of your residents, I feel the need to let you know of the appreciation felt by our family for the genuine care provided by your facility. … Continued

Resthaven receives much positive feedback from our customers, and this is just one story. Recently, the team at Resthaven Marion were contacted by the wife of a resident, who wanted to express their thanks for their care of her husband, John*. ‘I am impressed by the friendliness, and caring attitude, of all staff members involved … Continued

The daughter of former Resthaven Malvern resident, Nancy*, recently contacted the home to thank staff for the high quality care and support of her mother. ‘I sincerely wish to thank the management and staff of Resthaven Malvern for the care of my mother and uncle,’ says Janet*. ‘I have been involved with Resthaven for 12 … Continued

Murray Bridge clients, Mr Malcolm and Mrs Janice Burgess, are a great example of Resthaven’s range of services working together to provide positive outcomes. ‘One of the great things about Resthaven is our wide range of services,’ says Resthaven Murray Bridge, Hills and Fleurieu Community Services Manager, Cecelia Oxborrow. ‘People are able to be supported … Continued

“The staff of this aged care service are to be commended. No words can describe the respect, the compassion, the willingness, the care and attention and the love you showed our mother. You enabled our parents to stay together, in their own home, to sleep side by side for all of those years. Your gift … Continued

‘People need to know there are good stories in aged care,’ says Sue Fox, daughter of the late Doug and Jill Greer. ‘I really want to publicly thank everyone who was involved in caring for both mum and dad during their time with Resthaven, but also let new residents and family understand that their aged … Continued

Resthaven’s Community Respite Services provide high quality short term care to older people, giving carers a break from their caring role. ‘Being a carer can be both enjoyable and rewarding – however, it can also be tiring,’ says Carole Matthews, Resthaven Community Respite Services Manager. ‘Issues carers may experience include physical and mental tiredness, losing … Continued