If there is one thing that we all aspire to, its dignity as we age. In our minds, we don’t really feel any different, apart from hopefully picking up a little wisdom along the way. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem as though our bodies got the memo. As the years march by, there are things that … Continued

The Resthaven Mount Gambier community has farewelled Chaplain Dianne Bailey-Walters — though it is very much a case of ‘bye for now’, not ‘bye forever’. While Dianne officially retired from her role at the end of 2025, she remains a familiar and welcome presence at the home, continuing to volunteer with Caring Canine Companions and … Continued

A modest church picnic in the 1950s proved to be anything but ordinary for Resthaven Paradise residents Mr Kevin and Mrs Rhonda Green. The pair knew each other from the Maylands Methodist Church, where they both attended and played sports, but the picnic was a chance to get to know each other a bit better. … Continued

A blind date in 1967 brought together Resthaven Paradise residents Mrs Noelene and Mr Colin Hawker— and they’ve been inseparable ever since. ‘We were set up by a girl I worked with, Jan, whose husband, Cedric, worked with Colin,’ Noelene says. ‘I had met Cedric before, and he was such a lovely man. I thought … Continued

When Ron Jeffree was picked up from work by a friend one night in 1953, little did he know that he was about to meet his future wife. The car pulled up, and sitting in the back seat was a young lady by the name of Joyce. She was 16 years old and was working … Continued

Resthaven Bellevue Heights Retirement Living resident Mrs Josephine (Josie) Wilson has spent a lifetime delighting audiences with her piano playing. Whenever her late husband, former Mayor of Whyalla Keith Wilson, spotted a piano while they were out, he would proudly announce, ‘Oh, Josie will play!’ ‘Wherever we went he would have me playing something,’ Josie … Continued

If you have driven past Resthaven Leabrook lately, you will have noticed the building works that are going on at the site. The major refurbishment of the Mortimer wing has recently been completed, with both staff and residents excited to experience the upgrades. The lounge and dining area has been demolished to make way for … Continued

Stephanie Karagiannis, Resthaven Project Officer, has made it her mission to encourage as many people as possible who are living with dementia, and their carers, to take part in fully funded retreats under the Staying at Home in Regional SA (SAHRSA) Program. Stephanie Karagiannis The program supports carers of people who are living with dementia … Continued

When Resthaven Paradise resident Mrs Marjorie Ware required an x-ray recently, she was pleasantly surprised by the whole process. Rather than needing to attend a hospital (and endure the waiting around and transport challenges that are a part of it), the x-ray machine came to her! Leigh Bauer-Nason, Managing Director of Ultra Mobile Radiology, performed … Continued

When Jack Ellison’s mum spotted a Facebook post calling out for young people looking for work, it sparked an opportunity that slotted in perfectly with Jack’s busy university schedule and sporting commitments. Successfully applying for the role of Housekeeping Services Assistant at Resthaven Mitcham, Jack found that not only did the roster suit him to … Continued

Resthaven Leabrook resident, Mrs Mary Reschke (nee Veale), is celebrating her 100th birthday this month, marking a lifetime shaped by strong community ties and meaningful relationships. Born in Gawler on 23 January 1926, Mary was raised in the town she would call home for most of her life. She had one older half-brother, Patrick, who was … Continued

Resthaven’s commitment to supporting older individuals to age well and boost their wellbeing continues to go from ‘strength to strength’ (pun intended) with Wellness and Social Engagement Lead, Sekai Nhapi, and Allied Health Lead, Michael To, working together to benefit clients. The pair are introducing contemporary programs into Resthaven’s Community Service sites that are designed … Continued

Home maintenance and large gardens can become a burden over time. For people seeking to downsize, retirement living might be just the option. Instead of purchasing the property outright, you pay a ‘licence to occupy’ the premises. This amount is then refunded when the resident leaves, after deducting a deferred management fee, which can range … Continued

A fire on Saturday, 10 January 2026, at the former TAFE building adjacent to Resthaven Limestone Coast Community Services office at 17 Gordon Street, has resulted in the office being closed temporarily due to the ash and other residue from the fire. Resthaven Community Services offers in-home care and support services as well as respite … Continued

By Rev. Steve Blackett Chaplain, Resthaven Marion, Aberfoyle Park and Bellevue Heights Resthaven is committed to providing spiritual care to residents across all its residential aged care sites – and not just with a religious approach. Spiritual care supports a person’s inner wellbeing and addresses universal human needs such as meaning, belonging, connection and hope. … Continued

Grabbing opportunities with both hands, Aleen George began a student placement with Resthaven as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in early 2025 while completing her Certificate III in Individual Support. Her dedication and skills stood out, and she was hired into Resthaven’s relief pool as a PCA soon after. However, not one to rest on … Continued

Resthaven announces the retirement of Mark Porter, who is stepping down after 20 years of dedicated service on the Resthaven Board and 13 years as Board President. Mark Porter Resthaven also proudly welcomes Stephanie Rozokos as the new Board President on 1 January 2026, marking an exciting new chapter in its governance. Mark joined the … Continued

Dressed in a crisp blue-and-white striped shirt with impeccable tailoring, Resthaven Bellevue Heights resident, Mr Raymond (Ray) Mercure, is quietly showcasing his favourite hobby and a skill he has refined over the past few years: sewing. ‘I’ve always been creative,’ Ray says. ‘I used to buy shirts from Charles Tyrwhitt in London, but I felt … Continued

The redevelopment of Resthaven Westbourne Park has continued this year, with Stage 2 achieving practical completion in September 2025. Stage 2 accommodates 26 resident rooms over two levels, and residents have moved into these new spaces and are enjoying their new accommodation at the residential aged care home. Demolition of old rooms in the Hampton … Continued

Bearing striking images, colours and patterns, the kiln-fired pots and vases of Resthaven Mount Gambier resident, Mr Trevor Pitt, are nothing short of works of art. Reflecting the sometimes-harsh Australian landscape and vivid colours of South Australia, Trevor developed his own techniques to make the pots, sealing them with glaze on the inside, then dry … Continued