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Social Activities Galore: Our communities Set to Keep Up the Momentum this Autumn

Baw Baw Views, Bayview Haven, Cooinda, Coroneagh Park, Eliza Purton, Lyrebird Village, Mt St Vincent, Woodhaven | 11 March 2025

Pictured above: Happy faces! Residents at Lyrebird Village pay a visit to the Myuna Farm. Sure, the sun may have set on a memorable summer full of events and activities, but our residents are continuing to enjoy a busy social calendar well into the autumnal months. Here is just a special snapshot of what’s...

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Community Gift Strengthens Local Ties with Cohuna Village

Cohuna Village

4 March 2025

Like many of our homes, Cohuna Village in Victoria was built by community hands. Even before its first brick was laid, local groups advocated for its construction, before fundraising and public...

Local Partnership Brings Smiles to the Faces of St John’s Residents

St John's

27 February 2025

A special project driven by our team at St John’s aged care home in Wangaratta, Victoria, and the local Men’s Shed is having a uniquely positive impact on the lives of residents living with...

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Respect and Bayview Haven Marks Name Change with Community Donation

19 February 2025

Respect and Bayview Haven are pleased to announce Jess Hancock as the winner of its recent name-change competition after she provided the inspiration for the local aged care home’s new name. ...

Respect Shares the Love this Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day | 14 February 2025

Love is in the air today, across each of Respect’s aged care communities, as residents and staff come together to mark another memorable Valentine’s Day. Beyond the traditional gifts of roses...

Food in Focus: St Ann’s Residents Enjoy New Opportunity to Get Involved

St Ann's | 7 February 2025

Fifteen residents at St Ann’s—our home in Hobart, Tasmania—recently enjoyed taking part in a special food focus group designed to introduce Respect’s brand-new seasonal menu and provide...

Respect Draws on Community Feedback to Unveil New Name for Portland Home

Bayview Haven | 24 January 2025

Respect is delighted to share the news that our aged care home in Portland, Victoria, will now officially be named Bayview Haven, following widespread community consultation and a public vote. The...

Respect Way Inspires Staff to Take a New Approach to Social Care

Alcheringa, Coates, Respect Way, Woodhaven | 22 January 2025

Across each of Respect’s aged care communities, we know just how important a vibrant and engaging calendar of social activities is for resident wellbeing. From inspiring inclusion and group...