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Chanelle Wilkins is the Facility Manager at The Ashley in Reservoir. She was asked to share her story with Explore Careers on her 20 year journey working in the health and aged care sectors. I’ve worked in the Health Care sector, mainly aged care, for over 20 years. My first job after raising my family&hellip;

Our McKenzie People: Chanelle, Facility Manager

2022 marks 80 years since The Battle of the Coral Sea, a naval battle that took place when America became aware of Japan’s plan, Operation Mo, to isolate Australia and New Zealand from its allied United States in WW11. Arthur White ( Bill as he prefers) was only 19 years of age when this battle&hellip;

Thoughts & Memories: Bill

“I grew up in Wales, always ate healthy, I didn’t drink or smoke and I always worked hard.” These are the words of Bribie Cove resident, Gwendoline (Gwen) Moore, explaining why she believes she has reached the age of 110 years old. It’s actually quite surprising how many people in Australia are over the age&hellip;

Thoughts & Memories: Gwen

McKenzie team member Loretta Farmer, a PCA at Charlesbrook, shares her rewarding story, showing that caring for others becomes so much more than just a job. Several days ago I was meal assisting Sue*, who was dining at the same table with residents Barbara*, Joan* and Cath*. As I was assisting Sue, I decided to&hellip;

Our McKenzie People: Loretta, PCA

Patricia Bryant, resident at Heritage Lodge, takes us back in time sharing her miraculous stories of willpower, reminding us of the indescribable family bond that inspires and motivates us in the hardest of times. Born in Sydney, Pat lived with her family at Guildford. At the age of four, her family relocated to Hurstville. Pat&hellip;

Thoughts & Memories: Pat

Donald Swanton, resident at Newman’s on the Park, reveals his incredible story sharing his passion and immense skill behind being an Australian Motor Racing Pioneer. Born on the 3rd of March 1930, Don grew up in Highton Grove, Balwyn, right next door to Camberwell Grammar, the school where he began his education journey in 1936.&hellip;

Thoughts & Memories: Don

Beth had spent years working in hospitality and travelled abroad, “job-hopping” between different employers. Eventually, she felt disillusioned with the hospitality industry. “I was working every weekend, most nights or double shifts …” she says. “All my friends and loved ones were living these fabulous lives while I was slogging it out in a kitchen,&hellip;

Our McKenzie People: Beth, Chef Manager

Hi, my name is Christina and I have been a Lifestyle Coordinator for two and a half years at Bribie Cove. I never planned on being a Lifestyle Coordinator. My path was assisting aged care residents with rehabilitation as a Physio Aide. It was while I was working for another company that quite a few&hellip;

Our McKenzie People: Christina, Lifestyle Coordinator

Bribie Cove resident, Rose has recently celebrated her 100th birthday. She shares with us some words of wisdom and memories of her life leading up to this milestone birthday. What are some of your best memories? ‘The day I married the boy next door is my best memory. His name was Harry. Another memory was&hellip;

Thoughts & Memories: Rose

There are many benefits of using Virtual Reality (VR) technology in aged care. Previously, McKenzie Aged Care have had Dementia Australia conduct education sessions with our staff of an interactive, multisensory world of a person living with dementia. The experience was aimed at increasing empathy by enabling participants to understand the environmental elements that are friendly&hellip;

Benefits of Virtual Reality in Aged Care

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Our McKenzie People: Chanelle, Facility Manager

18/11/2022

Thoughts & Memories: Bill

03/10/2022

Thoughts & Memories: Gwen

19/08/2022

Our McKenzie People: Loretta, PCA

21/07/2022

Thoughts & Memories: Pat

18/07/2022

Thoughts & Memories: Don

09/06/2022

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