News & Events Archive

mecwacare Announces Purchase of Pascoe Vale Gardens Retirement Village

We are delighted to announce that mecwacare has completed the purchase of Pascoe Vale Gardens Retirement Village, located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne.

Learn more

mecwacare Matters

Newsletter

Subscribe to mecwacare Matters, a quarterly publication packed with the latest news about daily life at mecwacare.

Learn more

Enjoy 3 Weeks of Respite, Pay for 1

Transition smoothly into permanent care with mecwacare’s free respite offer for eligible clients. Book now — terms and conditions apply!

Learn more

Respect, safety and action: Protecting older Australians from abuse

At mecwacare, we stand with our community to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – a global call to end the abuse, neglect and mistreatment of older people.

Learn more

Understanding the New Support at Home program

The Australian Government is introducing the new Support at Home program from 1 November 2025. This will replace Home Care Packages (HCP) and Short-Term Restorative Care.

Learn more

Celebrating our volunteers

In celebration of National Volunteer Week 2024, mecwacare hosted a heartfelt Volunteer Appreciation Morning Tea at the prestigious Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club on Tuesday the 21st of May.

Learn more

Mother’s Day Celebrations 2025

The lead-up to Mother’s Day has been full of festivities across our aged care homes, with residents and loved ones coming together to celebrate.

Learn more

International Nurses Day 2025

On International Nurses Day, Anne McCormack, CEO of mecwacare, reflects on the vital role of nurses in aged care and the importance of supporting their wellbeing.

Learn more

ANZAC Day at our aged care homes

On ANZAC Day, we honour those who served and remember the courage, sacrifice and bonds that live on.

Learn more

O’Mara House Connecting Community Mother’s Day Market

Enjoy an afternoon of live music, food, and entertainment for the whole family at our Mother's Day Market!

Learn more

Budget response – mecwacare welcomes aged care funding, calls for clarity and bipartisan support

View mecwacare's response to the government’s aged care funding and reform commitments.

Learn more

International Women’s Day 2025

This International Women’s Day, we recognise the importance of taking meaningful action to advance gender equality.

Learn more