Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week 2023. The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, urges all Australians to use their power, their words, and their actions to create a more just, equitable and reconciled country for all. At Southern Cross Care (WA) we know our country’s past cannot […]
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Home Care clients and families invited to join discussion group
Home Care clients and families invited to join discussion groups How will research be conducted? Research will be conducted in two stages which will include discussion groups, telephone interviews and an online survey. Stage 1 – Discussion Groups The discussion groups will be held at the SSC Tony Quinlan Respite Centre, the SCC Donovan Respite […]

Aged Care|Media release
Housing the Elderly Homeless at Villa Pelletier
For most of us, having a roof over our heads, a full fridge and access to a shower is a given, but unfortunately it is something many people go without. These basic needs shouldn’t be a luxury. Everyone deserves safe and secure housing, no matter their age, demographic or financial status. Sadly, elderly people […]

Aged Care|Events|Residential Care
Connect the 40%
We know that as people get older they can become lonely due to change in lifestyle, loss of independence and mobility, and even a lack of connection with family and the wider community. But did you know up to 40% of older people living in residential aged care homes do not receive regular visitors? In […]

Events, Volunteers
Consumer Advisory Committee
Expressions of interest are now open for Southern Cross Care (WA)’s new Consumer Advisory Committee We are seeking interested clients, residents, carers and family members to join our Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC). Nominations are now open! Would you like to be a part of improving the aged care, mental health and retirement living sectors? Would […]

Aged Care|News
Nominations for the 2023 WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards are now open!
Nominations for the 2023 WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards are now open! We are inspired by the work our extraordinary nursing staff do to provide the best care for our residents and think we have many worthy recipients. Our nursing staff not only play a vital role in responding to the health needs of […]

Care Advice|Southern Plus
Accessing home care – the ‘how to’
As you age, living independently in your own home can become more difficult. If you’re finding it harder to do the things you used to, support at home might be just what you need. Home care refers to the wide range of services that support the independence of over 65s to age well in the […]

Aged Care|News|Residential Care
Scenario Exercises in our Residential Homes and Community Centres
As part of SCC’s efforts to prepare for a COVID-19 outbreak under the direction and guidance of our skilled incident management team, led by Matt Helstrip, we have been recently completed Incident Management Training and Scenario Exercises at our residential aged care homes and Community Options Centres. This training will ensure that our staff have […]

Aged Care|Events|Volunteers
Volunteers Thanked for Their Continued Efforts
Volunteers are the mainstay of many organisations and at Southern Cross Care (WA), our volunteers prove every day how special they are in their role of helping to make a real difference to the lives of our residents and clients. We value all our volunteers and as a gesture of thanks for their generosity of […]

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Children Share Words of Care and Comfort
To celebrate International Day of Older Persons 2021, staff and students at Goldfields Child Care Centre put together a collection of care packs and artworks to put a smile on the faces of our Victoria Park Nursing Home residents in Kalgoorlie. Each year the students usually present a sing-along concert to the residents, followed by […]

Aged Care|Mental health|News|Southern Plus
Pets Providing Companionship for SCCWA Residents and Clients
Ageing can be a challenging stage for many older Australians, with isolation and a loss of social interaction being a common experience. Many studies have shown that pets can be a source of companionship that benefits seniors in countless ways. This companionship has proven to ‘cheer up’ lonely seniors and enhance their quality of life. […]

Aged Care|Media release
Keeping Safe in a COVID-19 World
While we have been lucky in Western Australia to have avoided community spread of COVID-19, we can’t afford to be complacent. It is a good time to remind everyone to follow the health advice – maintain physical distancing wherever possible, practise good hand hygiene and stay home if sick and get tested. Remember to also […]