Southern Cross Care News

Nicole’s Journey and our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion  Today, we celebrate World MS Day, a Global Day of Action to raise awareness for the multiple sclerosis (MS) community and campaign for everyone affected by MS. The 2024-2025 theme, Diagnosis, focuses on advocating for early and accurate diagnosis, highlighting the barriers people face, and sharing personal […]

For Phil and many people like him, living with schizophrenia is a constant battle that affects every part of his day.  Diagnosed with schizophrenia as a teenager, Phil openly speaks about the challenges he faces living with the condition, which he describes as a “cruel disease.”   “It’s not easy, but I’ve learned to live with […]

This week is National Volunteer Week and is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering. It celebrates the diverse passions and talents everyone brings to volunteering. This year’s theme is ‘Something for Everyone,’ highlighting that there is a place for everyone in the world of volunteering.  Over the past year, we have been fortunate to have […]

In appreciation of her incredible dedication to the Cockburn community, Success Village resident Maureen has been named the 2024 City of Cockburn Senior Community Citizen of the Year.  Volunteering at the Cockburn Seniors Centre, Maureen lends a helping hand and brings joy to visitors at the centre four days a week.   Whether greeting visitors in […]

As we celebrate International Nurses Day, I would like to take this opportunity to thank our extraordinary nurses at Southern Cross Care (WA). International Nurses Day is celebrated on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing. On this significant day, we recognise the invaluable contributions that nurses make to our communities and […]

It’s amazing how a leisurely outing, interaction with those around you or a chat over coffee can effortlessly brighten your day. At Southern Cross Care (WA), we believe those joys should never fade away, no matter your age. Did you know the services available to you as part of your Home Care Package can include […]

You may have heard the saying ‘laughter is the best medicine’, but did you know a daily dose of laughter has many health benefits and can be a great form of aerobic exercise? Faulkner Park Village resident Janni Goss says her life changed for the better when she decided to prioritise her health and wellbeing […]