Resident Stories Archive

Where care is family

Susan is the Clinical Care Coordinator at the John Atchison Centre (JAC), and this year her personal and professional worlds gently intertwined when her mother, Santi, became a resident.

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A lifetime of service

Joy, a resident at Pascoe Vale Gardens, was awarded the Order of Australia (OAM) for her tireless service to veterans’ widows and their families.

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Making a difference in Ballan: Kylie’s journey at mecwacare

With the support of her mentors and team, Kylie has been able to take on new challenges while making a real difference in her community.

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Barry celebrates 80 years

Turning 80 is a milestone worth celebrating, but for Barry at mecwacare's Ballan residential home, it also marked 22 years of belonging to a close-knit community.

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Finding confidence through volunteering

After long-standing struggles with bullying and anxiety at school, Braydon found confidence and a sense of belonging through volunteering.

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All aboard: A trip down memory lane

A group of residents from mecwacare Flora Hill embarked on a city historic tour aboard the iconic Bendigo Tram.

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mecwacare in Uganda

Louise Mayall is a carer through and through. It was her desire to share compassion and show love to everyone that led her to Uganda in September 2024.

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Bridging generations at Squires Place

mecwacare Squires Place has partnered with Guardian Altona North to launch an intergenerational program that connects our aged care residents with kindergarten children.

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Creating lasting friendships through volunteering

Daphne receives regular visits from Gurveer, a volunteer through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS).

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Keeping clients connected

Graeme's level of independence and connection to his local community has been strengthened since he started receiving home care services from mecwacare.

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