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Faces of Baptcare: Judy Pryse

Centenarian, Shirley McAllister, continues to inspire with her humour, independence and love of life at BaptistCare Durham Green.

Baptcare Wyndham Lodge Italian Club

Centenarian, Shirley McAllister, continues to inspire with her humour, independence and love of life at BaptistCare Durham Green.

Foster Care Week 2024 | Spotlight on foster carers Tara and Peter Krakowski

Tara (50 years old) and Peter (58) are the parents of two adult children – a daughter (28 years) and son (31 years) and also currently looking after five kids aged 10, 9, 6, 4 and 3. They have been foster carers for over 12 years, most recently with Baptcare. While our ...

Resident Spotlight | Colin Peasley shining on!

We are always delighted to learn more about our residents’ lives. They are so often filled with excitement, joy and adventure – and it truly reminds us how rich a person’s life is and continues to be – when they join one of our residential aged care communities.Colin Pe...

Meet Suraj | Hospitality Manager Residential Aged Care

Centenarian, Shirley McAllister, continues to inspire with her humour, independence and love of life at BaptistCare Durham Green.

A night of hope: Halo Ball 2025 raises record funds for women and children

The Halo Ball, an annual event on the BaptistCare calendar, raises much-needed funds for women and children escaping domestic and family violence. Expertly guided by Natarsha Belling, over 550 people were wowed with showstopping performances and challenged by the heartb...

Courage and connection at Camp Yurrebilla

Camp Yurrebilla is an annual camp that brings together children and young people from Baptist Care SA's Out of Home Care program along with young people from Aboriginal Family Support Services.Held at Mylor Adventure Camp, the camp provides an amazing opportunity for th...

Self-care and empowerment at Wright Place

Homelessness can take a heavy toll on a woman’s sense of self-worth, often leaving her confidence and dignity deeply shaken. To remind each woman of her inherent worth and beauty, Baptist Care SA recently hosted a Self-Care Spa Day at Wright Place, a women-only crisis a...

Bridging now to next at WestCare, South Australia

During National Reconciliation Week in South Australia, the WestCare Centre – a safe place where people from all walks of life are welcome – held a community barbecue to celebrate our shared histories, cultures, and achievements.  This year’s theme, ‘Bridging Now to Nex...

Bringing music to the heart of WestCare

Music has the power to bring people together, offering comfort, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.In March, Baptist Care SA's WestCare Centre community experienced that magic firsthand with a deeply moving concert from the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO).  We welc...

More than a match – how Date-Ability sparked a true friendship

George* wanted to find love. He had gained confidence and learned to live independently with support, and now he was ready to take the next step, meeting the woman of his dreams.As a car enthusiast, avid key collector, and active member of his community, George’s life w...

Beats, belonging and a break from the everyday

An afternoon of live music at Base 10 Youth Centre in Reynella, South Australia, gave young people doing it tough a rare opportunity to relax, connect and express themselves – at a time when safe, positive spaces matter more than ever.  The event brought together partic...

Understanding Alzheimer’s disease

In this article, you’ll discover:The difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia – and why understanding the terms matters.Key statistics that show the scale of Alzheimer’s disease in Australia and around the world.How BaptistCare at home can help, with support at home ...

Move More for a Stronger Heart this World Heart Day

The theme of this year’s World Heart Day is “Don’t Miss a Beat”. It is a call to look after your heart health today, so that you can enjoy more tomorrows.Much of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is preventable, according to the World Heart Federation, and daily movement is ...

Supporting your loved one’s decision-making

For families, friends and carers, supported decision-making is about creating an environment that helps your loved one confidently make choices for themselves. In practice, it means keeping their voice at the heart of every decision.

National Carers Week: Extra support for carers through BaptistCare at home

Caring for a loved one can be challenging and at BaptistCare at home, we know how important it is to feel supported. Alongside day-to-day care services through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP), we also offer additional programs i...

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Swapping his stethoscope for his Smith violin: Meet the GP bringing medicine and music to BaptistCare Yallambee

When Dr Guido Hanly finishes his rounds at BaptistCare Yallambee Aged Care home in Mundaring, WA, he has one more important thing to do before heading home.Putting down his stethoscope, he reaches for his Smith violin and prepares to put on a show. When the COVID pandem...

Stay Steady, Stay Confident: Simple Tips to Prevent Falls at Home

Look Around with Fresh Eyes It’s easy to miss the little things that can trip you up — a rug that slips, a step that’s uneven, or clutter in a hallway. Taking a walk through your home and spotting these hazards is the first step toward staying steady.