Eldercare News
2019
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Eldercare receives Defence Force Reserves Award
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17 April 2019
Eldercare has received a state award for its ongoing commitment to supporting employees who serve with the Australian Defence Force Reserves. Read More
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Eldercare holds advance care planning information session
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5 April 2019
Eldercare hosted its first Advance Care Planning Information Session this week at its residential facility in Glengowrie to coincide with Advance Care Planning Week. Read More
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Inclusion policies launched for Harmony Week
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25 March 2019
Eldercare has marked Harmony Week 2019 with the launch of two new policies that reflect its commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisational culture. Read More
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Celebrations to mark Trowbridge House refurbishment
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20 March 2019
Residents, volunteers and staff celebrated the $1m refurbishment project of Eldercare’s Payneham residential care facility Trowbridge House yesterday. Read More
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Eldercare marks International Women’s Day
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13 March 2019
Residents and staff celebrated International Women’s Day last Friday with a range of events held at Eldercare’s residential care facilities. Read More
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Student placement program commenced this week
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8 March 2019
Allied health students from the University of South Australia began field practice placements at several Eldercare residential care facilities this week. Read More
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Resident Bob Rowe celebrates his century
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27 February 2019
Eldercare resident Bob Rowe celebrated his 100th birthday last week surrounded by family who flew from overseas and interstate to mark the event. Read More
2018
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Santa Claus comes to Eldercare Elanora
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19 December 2018
Elanora’s very own ‘Santa’ Don Beinke is bringing the joy of Christmas to residents, volunteers and local school children. Read More
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‘Mo’ growing success at Sash
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6 December 2018
A resident and volunteer from Eldercare residential facility Sash Ferguson in Mt Barker combined their ‘mo’ growing talents to raise more than $1,300 for Movember. Read More
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Eldercare recognises White Ribbon Day
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22 November 2018
Residents and staff across Eldercare will be hosting fundraising and awareness events this week in support of White Ribbon Day this Friday. Read More
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Eldercare staff donations ‘in the bag’ this Christmas
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19 November 2018
Eldercare employees are supporting Share the Dignity’s ‘It’s in the Bag’ to help women experiencing homelessness and poverty this Christmas. Read More
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Eldercare Cottage Grove uses art to honour Remembrance Day
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7 November 2018
Media Release: Eldercare Cottage Grove will commemorate Remembrance Day by displaying an art installation created in honour of fallen servicemen and women. Read More
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Eldercare recognised for employer excellence
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5 November 2018
Eldercare attended the SA Community Achievement Awards last week where the organisation was a finalist for the Employer Excellence in Aged Care Award. Read More
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The Village celebrates milestone birthday with open day
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29 October 2018
Eldercare hosted a community open day at The Village in Maitland yesterday in celebration of its 40th birthday. Read More
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‘Zoo-per’ thank you event for volunteers
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16 October 2018
Eldercare volunteers from across South Australia came together for a celebration lunch event at Adelaide Zoo last Friday to acknowledge their contribution. Read More
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Renovation underway at Eldercare Trowbridge House
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10 October 2018
Work commenced this week on the $1m refurbishment of Eldercare’s residential aged care facility Trowbridge House located in Payneham. Read More
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Eldercare a finalist for aged care employer award
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3 October 2018
Eldercare has been nominated for the Prime Super Employer Excellence in Aged Care Award in the 2018 South Australia Community Achievement Awards. Read More
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Fun activities add meaning to Dementia Awareness Month
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28 September 2018
Residents, staff and volunteers at Eldercare’s residential care facilities hosted an array of special events throughout September in support of Dementia Awareness Month. Read More
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New wheelchair allowed Eldercare resident to join fun run
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18 September 2018
Eldercare Oxford resident Ian North is celebrating after successfully completing his first 6km City to Bay Fun Run event. Read More
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Fun bet turns fairytale romance for Shirley and Allen
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12 September 2018
What started out as a dare amongst friends ended up being a life changing moment for 17-year-old Shirley Close from Crystal Brook. Read More
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Eldercare represented at national aged care summit
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3 September 2018
Eldercare’s commitment to ending violence against women will be in focus at this week’s Aged and Community Services Australia (ACSA) National Summit. Read More
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Thumbs up for diversity
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23 August 2018
Residents of Eldercare Evanston Park, together with family and staff members, have created a work of art that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Read More
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Staff embrace 'gift of giving' for Christmas in July
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20 August 2018
Staff from Eldercare’s Head Office recently volunteered at residential aged care facility Oxford in Hove to help residents celebrate Christmas in July. Read More
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Resident artists flourish at Sash Ferguson thanks to new facilities
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3 August 2018
A purpose-built art studio has been established at Eldercare’s Mount Barker residential aged care facility Sash Ferguson enabling residents to pursue their creative interests. Read More
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Eldercare victorious at industry awards
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30 July 2018
Eldercare enjoyed success at the 2018 Aged and Community Services Australia State Awards last Friday night winning a major category. Read More
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Eldercare Site Operations Manager named White Ribbon Ambassador
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2 July 2018
Eldercare Manager Ryan Midgley has joined a team of men committed to ending violence against women following his appointment as a White Ribbon Ambassador. Read More
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Eldercare a finalist in aged care awards
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29 June 2018
Dementia Excellence Program Facilitator Tanya Liddell and Eldercare’s Integrated Wellbeing Model have been named finalists for two aged care industry awards. Read More
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Eldercare donates to Parkinson’s SA
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11 May 2018
Eldercare’s Day Therapy Centre has donated $225 to Parkinson’s SA after the two groups hosted a joint community event focused on understanding Parkinson’s. Read More
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Eldercare commemorates the ANZACs
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27 April 2018
Eldercare residents and staff have marked ANZAC Day this week with events held across the organisation. Read More
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Day Therapy Centre raising Parkinson’s awareness
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3 April 2018
Representatives from Eldercare’s Day Therapy Centre and Parkinson’s SA will host a community event next month focusing on understanding the condition. Read More
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Tribute to women crafted for International Women’s Day
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29 March 2018
An artwork created by residents and staff has been unveiled at Eldercare Cottage Grove in celebration of International Women’s Day. Read More
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Eldercare exceeds fundraising goal for Dementia SA
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21 March 2018
Eldercare employees and their families raised almost twice their target amount for this year’s Dementia SA Memory Walk and Jog at Glenelg. Read More
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Power makes Eldercare a ‘port’ of call on YP visit
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14 March 2018
Black, white and teal was on display at Eldercare Elanora when players and representatives from AFL team Port Adelaide recently visited the Stansbury facility. Read More
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White Ribbon Workplace Accreditation success for Eldercare
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2 March 2018
Eldercare is among 21 organisations across Australia to achieve White Ribbon Workplace Accreditation in recognition of its efforts to end violence against women. Read More
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Holdfast Bay Deputy Mayor officially opens Oxford redevelopment
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28 February 2018
Holdfast Bay Deputy Mayor Amanda Wilson has today officially opened Eldercare’s $4.3m redevelopment of Oxford. Read More
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Eldercare 'steps out' for dementia awareness
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1 February 2018
Eldercare will be raising valuable funds for Dementia Australia when it enters a team in this year’s Memory Walk and Jog at Glenelg on Sunday 18 March. Read More
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Eldercare welcomes new Board Chair
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15 January 2018
Ernst & Young Executive Director James Lawes has been elected as the new Chair of the Eldercare Board. Read More
2017
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Eldercare supports Defence Force Reserves
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14 December 2017
The Australian Defence Force accepted Eldercare as a Supportive Employer in 2017 in recognition of the leave benefits the organisation provides volunteer Reservists. Read More
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Eldercare celebrates Australian Ageing & Wellness Services launch
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29 November 2017
Media Release: SA aged care alliance to export know-how to China Read More
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Eldercare ‘Picnics in the Park’ during FEAST
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27 November 2017
Eldercare staff met with members of the LGBTI community at the annual FEAST Festival Picnic in the Park event held at Pinky Flat on the weekend. Read More
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Eldercare represented at domestic violence summit
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21 November 2017
Senior manager Ryan Midgley has attended a domestic violence summit in Sydney to hear how other organisations are supporting victims of domestic violence. Read More
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Churchill Fellowship awarded to Eldercare dementia care specialist
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17 November 2017
Eldercare Dementia Excellence Program Manager Sarah Jamieson was presented with a 2017 Churchill Fellowship at Government House last night. Read More
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National Stroke Week at Eldercare Day Therapy Centre
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15 September 2017
Eldercare’s Day Therapy Centre in Hendon hosted its first community event last week to educate locals about stroke treatment and prevention. Read More
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Eldercare residents using art to raise dementia awareness
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12 September 2017
Media Release: Residents, staff and volunteers at Eldercare Evanston Park are collaborating on an art installation in September as a show of support for Dementia Awareness Month. Read More
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Online course on dementia trialled by Eldercare staff
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11 August 2017
Eldercare has collaborated with Flinders University on the development of a free online course which helps carers better support people living with dementia. Read More
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Eldercare working towards White Ribbon Accreditation
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1 August 2017
Eldercare is in the final stages of preparing its application to become a White Ribbon Australia accredited workplace. Read More
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Eldercare volunteer and residential care facility named finalists for industry awards
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9 June 2017
Volunteer Denise Farnden and Eldercare The Lodge at Wayville have been named finalists for Aged and Community Services (SA/NT) Awards for Excellence. Read More
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Builders awarded for work on The Lodge and Allambi
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23 May 2017
Two project managers from Marshall and Brougham have been awarded for their expertise overseeing Eldercare’s residential aged care projects at Wayville and Glengowrie. Read More
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Volunteer contributions recognised
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17 May 2017
Eldercare volunteers, staff and residents recently marked National Volunteer Week (8-14 May) with site-based celebrations held across the organisation. Read More
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Eldercare explores the power of music on resident wellbeing
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1 May 2017
Eldercare has commenced a trial investigating the effects of music on resident wellbeing at its residential aged care facility in Seaford. Read More
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Eldercare in Singapore for Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards
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27 April 2017
Eldercare attended the 5th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards in Singapore last night where the Dementia Excellence Program was a finalist for a major award. Read More
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Redevelopment of Eldercare Oxford underway
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26 April 2017
Eldercare’s redevelopment of its residential aged care facility in the beachside suburb of Hove started today. Read More
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Generous donation enhances dining experience at The Lodge
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29 March 2017
Residents at The Lodge are benefitting from an improved dining experience following a $10,000 donation by former Unley Mayor Richard Thorne. Read More
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Eldercare ‘getting active to beat dementia’
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17 March 2017
A team of Eldercare employees will participate in Alzheimer’s Australia SA’s Memory Walk and Jog on Sunday 26 March to raise money in the fight against dementia. Read More
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Eldercare celebrates International Women’s Day
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15 March 2017
Eldercare residents and staff marked International Women’s Day last week with site-based celebrations held across the organisation. Read More
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Eldercare celebrates Allambi redevelopment
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28 February 2017
Eldercare’s redevelopment of its Allambi residential aged care facility in Glengowrie was officially opened today. Read More
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Unley Mayor officially opens The Lodge redevelopment
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22 February 2017
Unley Mayor Lachlan Clyne has today officially opened Eldercare’s multi-million dollar redevelopment of The Lodge. Read More
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Eldercare’s dementia program a finalist for Innovation Award
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1 February 2017
Eldercare’s Dementia Excellence Program has been selected as a finalist for the Best Dementia Care Philosophy Award at the 5th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards. Read More
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Eldercare’s approach to dementia care featured in The Advertiser
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11 January 2017
Eldercare’s Dementia Excellence Program has been featured in a newspaper article about the shift towards person-centred care in the aged care sector. Read More
2016
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Eldercare ‘Shares the Dignity’ this Christmas
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23 December 2016
Eldercare has taken part in Share The Dignity’s ‘It’s In The Bag’ initiative to help women who are experiencing hardship this Christmas. Read More
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Eldercare wins Alzheimer's Australia SA Dementia Care Excellence Award
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2 December 2016
Eldercare won the Alzheimer's Australia SA Dementia Care Excellence Award at the 2016 South Australian Community Achievement Awards last Friday. Read More
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Eldercare supports White Ribbon Day
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1 December 2016
Eldercare employees came together last Friday in a show of support for White Ribbon Day. Read More
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Eldercare at FEAST Picnic in the Park
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10 November 2016
Eldercare hosted a promotional stall at the 2016 FEAST Picnic in the Park on Sunday November 6. Read More
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Eldercare Chief Executive joins Chiefs for Gender Equity
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2 November 2016
Chief Executive Jane Pickering has been appointed to a new business leadership group that aims to improve gender equity in South Australia’s workforce. Read More
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Eldercare’s VR trial on 7 News Adelaide
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21 October 2016
Eldercare’s trial of virtual reality technology at Evanston Park was featured on 7 News Adelaide last night. Read More
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Eldercare a finalist for Dementia Care Award
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12 October 2016
Eldercare has been selected as a finalist for the 2016 Alzheimer's Australia SA Dementia Care Excellence Award. Read More
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Eldercare volunteers celebrated at Adelaide Oval
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10 October 2016
Eldercare has recognised the dedication of its volunteers from across the Greater Adelaide and Yorke Peninsula regions with a tour and luncheon at the Adelaide Oval. Read More
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Eldercare recognises long-serving employees
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19 September 2016
Eldercare has celebrated its long term employees with Staff Service Award presentations held across the organisation’s 13 aged care sites. Read More
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Eldercare’s Gary Campbell on the importance of dignity and respect in dementia care
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7 September 2016
Eldercare's Gary Campbell has had his latest blog post published by the Aged Care Channel to coincide with Dementia Awareness Month (September 1 – 30). Read More
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Eldercare residents ‘Embrace’ positive body talk
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3 August 2016
What’s one word you would use to describe your body? Read More
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Eldercare’s Gary Campbell: blogging for better dementia understanding
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7 June 2016
Eldercare Enrolled Nurse Gary Campbell is helping continue the conversation about dementia care with his latest blog post published by the Aged Care Channel (ACC). Read More
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Ceremony marks handover of Minlaton Hostel for the Aged to Eldercare
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22 April 2016
A special ribbon cutting ceremony was held today to celebrate the official handover of the Minlaton Hostel for the Aged to Eldercare. Read More
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Pictorial care plan implementation begins
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28 January 2016
Eldercare has this week commenced the roll out of pictorial care plans across the organisation in a move that's aimed to enhance the internal communication of resident health information to front line staff. Read More
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Minlaton aged care facility transfer reaches completion
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21 January 2016
Eldercare will officially become the new owner of the Minlaton Hostel for the Aged from next Wednesday 27 January 2016. Read More
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Retire in style at Elanora Villas
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12 January 2016
Eldercare will unveil plans for its proposed premium retirement living development, Elanora Villas, at an on-site open day in Stansbury on Saturday 16 January. Read More
2015
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Pictorial Care Plan Project winners announced
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4 December 2015
Eldercare has selected a winning set of UniSA student pictogram designs which will be used to enhance the internal communication of resident care information to front line staff across the organisation from next year. Read More
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Age is no 'mo' barrier to raising awareness of men's health
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18 November 2015
Staff and residents at Eldercare's aged care facility Acacia Court in Hendon have relinquished their razors this month for Movember to increase awareness about men's health. Read More
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UniSA and Eldercare: mastering the 'art' of communication
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16 November 2015
Final year UniSA Communication Design students will this week present a range of proposed pictogram images to Eldercare that are designed to improve the way resident care information is conveyed to front line care staff. Read More
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Acceptance speech leads to guest blogging opportunity for Eldercare nurse
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16 September 2015
Eldercare Enrolled Nurse Gary Campbell has this week added another skill to his list of talents becoming a guest blogger for the Aged Care Channel (ACC). Read More
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Marj Buttery: Mum knows best on the secret to living a long life
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14 September 2015
Eldercare Seaford resident Marj Buttery says she made it to her 100th birthday by adopting her late mother's philosophy to life. Read More
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Eldercare volunteers celebrated
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26 August 2015
Eldercare volunteers have been acknowledged for their contribution at a special morning tea and movie event this week at Wallis Cinema in Mitcham. Read More
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Eldercare chaplain honoured with Australian Defence Medal
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20 August 2015
Eldercare Evanston Park Chaplain Rev. Kim Thoday has been awarded an Australian Defence Medal in recognition of his service to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Read More
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'Guardian' watch pilot study expected to bring greater independence to Eldercare retirees
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13 July 2015
Residents at Eldercare retirement living sites across South Australia have today commenced a one month pilot study of a new mobile-based personal safety device designed to enhance retirees' independence and wellbeing. Read More
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Eldercare Wayville and Glengowrie expansions on track for 2016 completion
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9 July 2015
The redevelopments of The Lodge at Wayville and Allambi at Glengowrie are progressing well with construction underway at both residential aged care facilities. Read More
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Eldercare enrolled nurse named 'Best Employee' at 2015 ACS Gala Awards
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6 July 2015
Eldercare Enrolled Nurse Gary Campbell has celebrated a double victory at this year's 2015 Aged and Community Services Gala Awards for Excellence (SA & NT) winning two prizes including the 'Employee Award' for his commitment and dedication to the care... Read More
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Trowbridge House volunteer celebrated for community service
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2 July 2015
Trowbridge House residents, staff and volunteers joined together for a special event this week to celebrate volunteer Pam Horsnell. Read More
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Royal baby celebrated at Sash Ferguson
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9 June 2015
Residents at our aged care facility in Mount Barker are excited to have received a letter from Kensington Palace in London thanking them for celebrating the new Royal baby. Read More
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World War II: Reflections Project
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1 June 2015
Eldercare salutes Sash Ferguson residents Lesley Keane and Maurice Hennessy who appeared in 'Today Tonight's' recent story about the World War II 'Reflections Project'. Read More
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Eldercare volunteers recognised for outstanding service
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14 May 2015
Four Eldercare volunteers have received the 'Premier's Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Volunteer Service' to coincide with 2015 National Volunteer Week celebrations. Read More
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Groundbreaking ceremony for $24.5 million redevelopment celebrated at Glengowrie
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6 May 2015
A sod turning event at Glengowrie yesterday marked the start of the $24.5 million redevelopment of Eldercare's residential aged care facility Allambi. Read More
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Nepal earthquake: a message from Eldercare Chief Executive Jane Pickering
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27 April 2015
"On behalf of Eldercare, I wish to express our sympathy and support to members of the local Nepalese community affected by the devastating earthquake in Nepal on the weekend. Read More
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Allambi redevelopment at Glengowrie to start this week
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20 April 2015
Residents, families and staff are set to benefit from a major redevelopment of Eldercare's residential aged care facility at Glengowrie which begins this week. Read More
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Enjoy great entertainment discounts for a good cause
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10 April 2015
Purchase your 2015 - 2016 Entertainment Book or Entertainment Digital Membership through Eldercare and help raise money for resident activities. Read More
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Recycling: a sustainability success story for Eldercare
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7 April 2015
Eldercare has emerged as a leading recycler within Australia's aged care sector following a successful partnership with the State Government and waste management industry. Read More
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Explore our latest retirement living BEST BUYS
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2 April 2015
Our communities are all located close to shopping, public transport and essential services so you can enjoy an affordable retirement lifestyle in a premium location. Read More
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Sod turning ceremony signals start of multi-million dollar Eldercare redevelopment
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30 March 2015
The Mayor of Unley Lachlan Clyne today turned the first sod on the $11 million redevelopment of Eldercare's residential aged care facility - The Lodge - at Wayville. Read More
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Building works begin at The Lodge
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2 March 2015
Work began today on the redevelopment of Eldercare's Wayville residential aged care facility The Lodge. Read More
2014
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Medirest wins catering awards for two Eldercare sites
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19 August 2014
The quality of the catering services at Eldercare' s residential aged care facilities was acknowledged at the recent 2014 Restaurant & Catering South Australia Awards for Excellence. Read More
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Tasting Australia challenges the industry to improve food in aged care
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30 April 2014
Chefs and industry experts assembled at the Tasting Australia Think Session held on April 29 to raise awareness about food in aged care and how it can be improved. Read More
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Leanne Horton: 25 years of change
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31 March 2014
Leanne Horton has seen many changes in the aged care industry since she commenced her career with Eldercare 25 years ago. Her current role at Eldercare is Resident Fees and Funding Officer. Read More
2013
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Eldercare and leading chefs looking at ways to ensure residents enjoy a 'good food life'
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3 December 2013
The future of food in aged care was the topic for discussion at a two-day thinktank held in November in Adelaide.
Leading Australian chefs Maggie Beer, Simon Bryant and Peter Morgan-Jones joined several representatives from Eldercare, along with... Read More
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Eldercare's Action Learning Program seeing positive results
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13 November 2013
Eldercare's Sustained Success program is continuing with sites working on their chosen ALE (Action Learning Exploration). Topics are varied, ranging from clinical issues such as wound care and continence management, through to environmental and space... Read More
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Streamlining student placements
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18 September 2013
Coordinator Student Placements Jodie Luke, has streamlined the placement process for University of South Australia (UniSA) students across Eldercare's 12 residential aged care sites. Read More
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Artful Lodger goes solo
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9 September 2013
Artist and Eldercare resident Paula Hancock says her love of art has added "10 or 20 years" to her life. Read More
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Natalie Lewis a finalist in ACSA Awards
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19 June 2013
Congratulations to Natalie Lewis, who was a finalist in the 2013 ACS (Aged & Community Services) SA & NT Awards. Read More
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Eldercare launches the Sustained Success Program
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9 June 2013
In 2010 Eldercare embarked on a journey to discover a new vision and set of work values. Read More
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Eldercare Allambi residents get knitting for Fringe Festival
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14 March 2013
Eldercare Allambi residents recently visited the Greg John's Rhythm Sculpture on the Glenelg foreshore. Read More
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Eldercare's new Head Office
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10 March 2013
Eldercare moved to a newly-refurbished building at Eastwood in March 2013. Read More