Southern Cross Care News

March 8, 2024

Uncategorized

Celebrating inclusion on International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is about celebrating women’s achievements and advocating for women’s inclusion and equity. The theme this year is Inspire Inclusion. At SCC (WA), we Inspire Inclusion every day by working to create an environment that celebrates inclusion and recognises the unique contributions each person brings to our community. Through awareness, flexible working options, […]

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December 22, 2023

Events|Residential Care

Crafty Christmas Competition winners announced!

Our residential care home teams have been hard at work with our residents, their families and volunteers to create a Crafty Christmas, filling their homes with hand-made decorations to celebrate the festive season.  As well as promoting connection and a sense of community, the winners took out prize money to spend on an event or […]

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December 1, 2023

Aged Care|News

Expressions of Interest for Chair of the Consumer Advisory Committee 2024

Our promise to our clients, residents and families The vision for Southern Cross Care (WA) is to transform our sector and the experiences of the people we care about.  We are implementing the principles of co-design, partnering with our clients and residents to design care and services that meets their needs. By engaging with our […]

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December 1, 2023

Aged Care, Dementia

Supporting dementia clients through Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

Over 33,000 West Australians live with dementia. Southern Cross Care (WA) is working to slow the progression of the disease for its clients and support the dementia community through its new Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) program. Run in partnership with the dementia support service Memory Nurture, the 16-week CST program has involved residents living at […]

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November 28, 2023

Connect the 40%|Housing the Homeless

Gift a moment of joy to residents like Stewart this Christmas

Meet Stewart, one of our long-term residents at Villa Pelletier. Stewart was a helicopter engineer in his former life. When he expressed to our pastoral care team how much he missed flying, we reached out to gift-giving platform Connect the 40% platform to make his wish come true. Thanks to a generous donation from a […]

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October 30, 2023

Aged Care|Events|Residential Care

Creating intergenerational connections to reduce isolation 

Intergenerational visits between children and aged care residents are not only a heart-warming initiative but one with profound benefits for both the elderly and the young. The simple joy and laughter that children bring naturally uplifts the mood of older people, often diminishing feelings of loneliness or boredom.    In celebration of International Day of the […]

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October 20, 2023

Care Advice|Health and wellness

Five essential tips for managing Osteoporosis  

Osteoporosis is a medical condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterised by decreased bone density and weakened bones, which can lead to an increased risk of broken bones. Living with osteoporosis can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to control your life. This World Osteoporosis Day, Physiotherapist and Manager of […]

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October 15, 2023

Carers

National Carers Week 2023 | A Million Reasons to Care

National Carers Week, celebrated from Sunday, 15 October to Saturday, 21 October, is a special time for us here at Southern Cross Care (WA) (SCC (WA)). It’s a time when we recognise and celebrate the tireless efforts of unpaid carers and the services that support them.   Our extraordinary carer communities provide vital support to those […]

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October 11, 2023

Health and wellness|Southern Plus

World Arthritis Day | Five helpful tips for managing Arthritis 

Arthritis is a leading cause of pain and dysfunction worldwide. In honour of World Arthritis Day on October 12, Physiotherapist and Manager of our Health and Wellness Centre, Mary-Ann Monteath, has gathered some essential tips to help you manage and relieve arthritis symptoms.  1. Understand your condition  Knowledge is power, particularly when it comes to […]

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October 7, 2023

Events|Mental health

Celebrating our impact this Mental Health Week 2023 

October is a significant month for mental health awareness, with the celebration of Mental Health Week from 7 to 14 October, including World Mental Health Day on 10 October.   At Southern Cross Care (WA) (SCC (WA)), we understand the importance of mental health and the role it plays in our overall well-being. That’s why we’re […]

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August 8, 2023

Events|Residential Care

Oldest Southern Cross Care resident Lillian turns 107

Born on 7 August 1916, Lillian is our oldest resident at Southern Cross Care (WA). She grew up in England and immigrated to Australia with her husband in the early 1950s. On arrival in Australia the couple moved to Melbourne and lived in the Camberwell and Box Hill area. Lillian now lives at SCC (WA)’s […]

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August 7, 2023

Aged Care|Careers

Celebrating our extraordinary people this Aged Care Employee Day

At Southern Cross Care (WA), our people are at the heart of our organisation. Today, and every day, they make an extraordinary impact to the lives of the clients and residents we care for – and for that, we say a heartfelt thank you. From nurses to personal care workers, allied health professionals to lifestyle […]

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