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Gimbawali Place: a constellation of stories, a community of belonging

Date: 15/08/2023
Category: News
Subcategory: Community Housing

Description: Gimbawali Place: a constellation of stories, a community of belonging

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Resident testimonial: What’s it like living in an aged care home?

Date: 31/07/2023
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: BaptistCare Cooinda Court resident, Elizabeth, spoke with us about life in a residential aged care home, how she’s handled the change, and what advice she’d offer to anyone considering this lifestyle choice.

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How BaptistCare at home has supported 101-year old Josef to keep up with this very unique hobby.

Date: 25/07/2023
Category: News
Subcategory: Home Care

Description: At 101 years young, BaptistCare at home client Josef has an incredible talent for crafting beautiful models – often with a Dutch twist that harks back to his childhood in Rotterdam, Holland.

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The Gracewood Community celebrates as finalist in Urban Development Awards

Date: 21/07/2023
Category: News
Subcategory: Retirement Living, BaptistCare

Description: The Gracewood Community's third and final stage is a finalist in the Retirement Living category as part of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) NSW Awards for Excellence.

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Madge celebrates 100 years!

Date: 20/07/2023
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: In August Madge Miller, a long-time resident at BaptistCare Aminya Village turned 100. Madge grew up in Liverpool, England and was adopted at the age of six into a family of nine children. She fondly remembers enjoying a lovely childhood.

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BaptistCare’s largest housing development unveiled

Date: 20/07/2023
Category: News
Subcategory: Community Housing, BaptistCare

Description: BaptistCare’s largest social and affordable housing development was officially opened this week by Minister for Housing and Homelessness, the Hon Rose Jackson MLC, on the site of the organisation’s birthplace in Carlingford.

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What are the exit fees in a retirement village?

Date: 11/07/2023
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: Retirement living communities are an increasingly popular lifestyle choice for Australians, but there’s often a question mark that hangs over the cost – and in particular, the exit fees. Here’s how they work.

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Celebrating NAIDOC Week

Date: 03/07/2023
Category: Stories
Subcategory: BaptistCare

Description: Why do we celebrate NAIDOC Week?

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Chaplaincy – the power of presence

Date: 30/06/2023
Category: News
Subcategory: BaptistCare

Description: Every day, Don Watson transforms the lives of those society sees as “the least, the last and the lost” by expressing the love of Christ in his role as Chaplain at Sydney’s Forensic Hospital.

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Made with love at Bethshan Gardens

Date: 22/12/2025
Category: News
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Description: Residents’ handmade knitted gifts bring comfort to babies and families in Gosford hospital.

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Christmas spirit was in full force at the Karingal Aged Care Home community celebration

Date: 19/12/2025
Category: News
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: There was a five metre Santa, carols and even snow at the Karingal Aged Care home Christmas celebration.

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BaptistCare to acquire Keyton’s Western Australian retirement village portfolio

Date: 12/11/2025
Category: News
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: BaptistCare is pleased to announce that we have entered into an agreement to acquire Keyton’s portfolio of retirement villages in WA.

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Made with love at Bethshan Gardens

Date: 22/12/2025
Category: News
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Description: Residents’ handmade knitted gifts bring comfort to babies and families in Gosford hospital.

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Christmas spirit was in full force at the Karingal Aged Care Home community celebration

Date: 19/12/2025
Category: News
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: There was a five metre Santa, carols and even snow at the Karingal Aged Care home Christmas celebration.

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BaptistCare to acquire Keyton’s Western Australian retirement village portfolio

Date: 12/11/2025
Category: News
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: BaptistCare is pleased to announce that we have entered into an agreement to acquire Keyton’s portfolio of retirement villages in WA.

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Why aged care is important

Date: 28/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: Discover why residential aged care matters – supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing so your loved one can live well every day.

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Sensory activities for elderly people: a practical guide to boosting wellbeing

Date: 20/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: Our senses connect us to our world. A favourite song, a fragrance, the warmth and softness of a pet’s fur – these small things can spark joy, calm the mind and stir cherished memories.

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Home on The Grange

Date: 07/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: The Grange is a premium retirement village in Wagga known for its resort-style amenities, exceptional architectural design, and peaceful locale. Hear from two couples who currently live at The Grange: Colleen & Lance, and Malcom & Deb.

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Why aged care is important

Date: 28/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: Discover why residential aged care matters – supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing so your loved one can live well every day.

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Sensory activities for elderly people: a practical guide to boosting wellbeing

Date: 20/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Aged Care Homes

Description: Our senses connect us to our world. A favourite song, a fragrance, the warmth and softness of a pet’s fur – these small things can spark joy, calm the mind and stir cherished memories.

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Home on The Grange

Date: 07/01/2026
Category: Stories
Subcategory: Retirement Living

Description: The Grange is a premium retirement village in Wagga known for its resort-style amenities, exceptional architectural design, and peaceful locale. Hear from two couples who currently live at The Grange: Colleen & Lance, and Malcom & Deb.