The idea sprouted from the seeds of collaboration with the local Goulburn Baptist Church successfully securing a Connect Grant from the Association of Baptist Churches of NSW & ACT. As the world emerged post-pandemic in early 2022, there was a lot of searching for w...
For the last five years, the Macquarie Sewcialites have met and sewn each week at BaptistCare Kintyre Living, but they’ve never hosted their own quilt and craft show. Until now! Like all great ideas, when the thread was pulled the workings of a perfect plan started to...
It was an incredible line up of talented, dedicated and caring employees who were honoured for their wonderful work across NSW, WA and the ACT. It was a delight to recognise the incredible work of those who deliver on our promise and consistently demonstrate our values....
As the festive season rushes towards us, it's crucial to recognise that many families grapple with food insecurity all year-round, and the holidays can intensify their challenges. The stress and burden of not having enough to eat can cast a shadow over what should be a ...
Following the success of last year’s inaugural BaptistCare at home calendar, the team have returned with another beautiful publication to adorn your walls in 2024. Featuring twelve stunning new photographs taken by BaptistCare at home clients and employees alike, the c...
This 10-year agreement with one of Australia’s fastest growing energy retailers, Flow Power, will enable BaptistCare to deliver care for vulnerable Australians in a more environmentally sustainable way. Utilising a PPA (Power Purchase Agreement), BaptistCare will purch...
Julie and Bryan had always enjoyed a fulfilling career in hospitality, managing motels and caravan parks around the country. They knew what made a place feel like home. So when they came across the beautiful Kintyre Living Retirement Village in their hometown of Dubbo, ...
Download this article as a printable PDF. Moving into a retirement community is an exciting time, with all the wonderful benefits that retirement living offers just around the corner – a strong sense of community and engaging social scene, beautiful amenities right on y...
What do you get when you put seventeen BaptistCare homes to the test in a rigorous Christmas cake cook-off? There’s a whole lot of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs involved of course – but also a great deal of fun, laughter, storytelling, and a bit of friendly competition...
Loneliness can pose a significant risk in older age, especially around Christmas. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, around 20 per cent of older Australians experience social isolation, with the rates increasing during the festive season. If this is you, ...
Download this article as a PDF. While the festive season is a time of joy and connection, it can also bring challenges for those impacted by dementia. There is the mental strain of additional socialising – either with visitors in your home, or out and about at Christm...
Aged care nursing offers a range of benefits such as flexible shifts, continuing professional development opportunities, and the chance to make an ongoing difference in the lives of aged care home residents.
It was difficult to pick the top 10 stories from our BaptistCare community across NSW, ACT and WA of the year. So much has happened, and you can look back at our stories in our blog archive, but here are ten of the best stories of 2023. Extending the reach of our careT...
Download this article as a PDF. Making the decision to move into residential aged care is never easy – and then there are the costs to try and navigate. It can often seem overwhelming. Let us help you understand what fees are involved in our comprehensive guide to resid...
It was only a few months ago that the doors of our shiny new home care office opened up in Orange, NSW, and yet the BaptistCare at home team is already making a significant impact within the community. BaptistCare social club clients were recently treated to a very spe...
I’ve been a local person in Parkes nearly my whole life. I was born in Junee and moved here with my family when I was just four years old. Before retirement, I worked as a nurse in the old Parkes hospital. I was there for around 15 years before moving into aged care n...
From tax benefits and clear development pathways, to wellbeing support and a generous recognition program, there are many great reasons to work for BaptistCare. We believe that our people thrive when they are shown love, respect, reliability, and empowerment. And the r...
Wondering how to get started in aged care? With a range of different pathways on offer, including fully-funded traineeships and a focus on transferrable skills, your new career could be closer than you think. Download this article as a printable PDF. If you’re interes...
Download this article as a PDF. When it comes to in-home care and support for senior Australians, you've probably heard many different names and acronyms– ‘HCP’, ‘CHSP’, ‘My Age Care’, ‘ACATs’. Trying to get your head around all the information can be tricky, and you ...
Download this article as a PDF. If you’re considering applying for government-funded home care, you may be wondering whether you are eligible and what services might be available to you. In summary, the bulk of home care costs in Australia is subsidised for eligible se...