It cannot be underestimated just how much of an impact nurses make to our world. According to the World Health Organisation, nurses are the “backbone of healthcare provision,” with over 29 million providing vital care to people worldwide. In Australia, nurses are the ...
As winter approaches, it becomes an increasingly dangerous time for those experiencing homelessness. Cold and rainy nights pose additional health and safety risks for those sleeping rough or without a permanent place to call home. The cost of living continues to rise, p...
Content warning: This article includes details about domestic violence that some readers may find confronting. Download this article as a PDFThe situation in Australia is alarming right now, as a woman loses her life to domestic and family violence every four days. In N...
It may surprise you to learn that in Australia, only a small proportion of people die suddenly. Most people’s lives will draw to a close over varying periods of time, with predictable signs and symptoms as the body begins to shut down. This common trajectory offers an o...
Our Ashfield social club is a well-loved community facility providing short day-care and long day-care respite for local people in need. We’re here to give carers a well-deserved break so they can take the time to run errands, visit friends or do some shopping.
BaptistCare clients, their families and carers have access to and receive the best possible end-of-life care, based on their individual needs. This care places the person at the centre, where their preferences, values, beliefs and dignity are respected.
Personalised support focused on education, advocacy and connection to services for people with a life-limiting illness.
BaptistCare is proud to have one of its residential aged care homes selected for this year’s highly anticipated Trainer Mentor program with the Maggie Beer Foundation.BaptistCare Orana residential aged care home, located on the beautiful Central Coast of New South Wales...
In 2024, BaptistCare celebrates 80 years of care. Our history is our people and their legacy.
Thanks to the volunteer’s vision and some neat handiwork by her husband and a neighbour, Mrs Elbers upcycled book trolley is bringing hours of reading pleasure to residents of BaptistCare Graceford Residential Care in Byford.Romance, mystery and Australian-based stories...
The Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme is part of the Commonwealth Government’s initiative to enhance the lives of older people living in residential aged care homes.
BaptistCare is delighted to announce it has entered into an agreement to acquire Walter Skelton Village, located in Padstow Heights.The village in Southern Sydney is owned and operated by Eventide Homes (NSW). It comprises 59 independent living units, and four employees...
In this article: What causes older people to fall?Why do falls lead to residential aged care?What are allied health services? How can allied health services prevent the risk of falls? How to manage a fear of falling.
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It’s an old stereotype that’s proven difficult to shake – the nursing home that’s a cold, sterile, hospital-like environment in which older people are left feeling isolated, bored, and bereft of home comforts. Charting a path in the opposite direction, "home-style" age...
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In the heart of our community, there are stories of resilience that often go unheard. Stories like that of Steve*, a 70-year-old who faced the harsh reality of homelessness. His tale is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the difference a single act of kindnes...
This year two award dinners were held, one in NSW and one in WA, to honour the wonderful work of BaptistCare teams and individuals in NSW, ACT and WA. Bringing together the BaptistCare Executive Leadership team, dedicated staff and volunteers for the Shine Awards in NSW...
We are pleased to announce that BaptistCare NSW & ACT has entered into an agreement to acquire the Tulich Family Communities located in Prestons, Menangle, and Dubbo. This includes the retirement villages and aged care homes within Blue Hills, Durham Green, and Kint...
Representatives from the BaptistCare leadership team travelled to the UK and France to take a look at the advanced social housing and innovative aged care systems. The SAGE study tour allowed the team to see how these two nations are approaching models of housing, commu...