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Referral form for Home Modifications

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BaptistCare at home Social Club in North Ryde provides much-needed cultural connection for local seniors

 BaptistCare at home’s North Ryde social club in Sydney is providing essential social support and cultural connection with two weekly cultural groups, bringing together local seniors in Armenian and Chinese South African communities.Both social clubs are facilitated by ...

BaptistCare Glendale Lodge Aged Care Home

Welcome to Glendale Lodge, where care truly feels like home.Designed with our signature people-first approach, Glendale Lodge is a brand-new aged care home which offers a warm, nurturing environment that centres your well-being. Located in the serene Elderslie area of S...

BaptistCare teams pitch AI innovations to tackle real world challenges

BaptistCare recently held a Hackathon, affectionately called the Taco-thon, to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and our team’s unique knowledge of the aged care sector can solve real-world challenges. Teams were formed from within the BaptistCare IT departments ...

BaptistCare employee nominated for HESTA award for inventing a revolutionary new bed

When Tracy Burling was unable to find a bed for a reasonable price that could turn a resident to prevent bed sores, she decided to invent one herself.Burling Turn Assist beds are now sold across Australia and Tracy was nominated for the Individual Leadership in Aged Car...

Annual Report 2024

From partnering with Maggie Beer, acquiring services from another home care provider and opening new home care hubs, to officially opening the last of 500 Social and Affordable Housing Fund (SAHF) homes with the NSW government, and welcoming the first residents into our...

BaptistCare celebrates 80-year legacy of love

This October, BaptistCare hits the impressive milestone of 80 years of care. As a leading not-for-profit care organisation, BaptistCare continues to transform lives by expressing the love of Jesus, a mission that began in 1944.This month, over 100 BaptistCare sites acro...

Final planning approval granted for BaptistCare Carlingford Seniors Living Village

BaptistCare is future-proofing housing for seniors in Western Sydney with final approval granted for the construction of its Carlingford Seniors Living Village. The Village will feature approximately 130 independent living units for retirees, 96 aged care rooms and a re...

Angelina still full of beans as BaptistCare’s longest-serving care partner

Nearly 25 years ago, Bunbury resident Angelina Lurvink was pouring cappuccinos as a café owner. Today she’s enjoying coffee and chats with local seniors as BaptistCare’s longest-serving care partner in Western Australia.Mrs Lurvink swapped hospitality for aged care afte...

Three important steps to enter an aged care home

Navigating major life changes like loved ones entering residential aged care can be an emotional and overwhelming time, particularly when there are health concerns and fears of the unknown. Below, you will discover clear steps to enter an aged care home and the informat...

BaptistCare residents find joy in Shore School student visits

A beautiful, ongoing relationship has started between students from the Shore School in North Sydney and residents at BaptistCare aged care homes in Macquarie Park. Each week, a small group of Year 5 and 6 students volunteer at BaptistCare homes, engaging with residents...

8 must-have home modifications for seniors

Download this article as a PDFIn this article:What difference can home modifications make?What are the must-have home modifications for seniors? How do I pay for home modifications?How to find an approved home modifications supplierIf you’re considering making a few cha...

What are the early signs and symptoms of dementia?

Download this article as a PDF In this article: What are the early signs and symptoms of dementia?How can you tell the difference between dementia and normal ageing?The benefits of early detectionWhat dementia support services can you receive at home? In 2024, it’s esti...

Generosity Shines at the 2024 BaptistCare Halo Ball

The event, a flagship on the BaptistCare calendar, raises much-needed funds for women and children escaping domestic and family violence. Each year, the fundraising target grows to ensure BaptistCare HopeStreet can continue its life-changing work. The 2024 Halo Ball was...

How to reduce loneliness in aged care

Download this article as a PDF.Loneliness is defined as the feeling you have when you experience less companionship, social contact, or quality relationships with other people than you would like (AIHW 2024).We have all experienced loneliness in our lifetime; however, a...

BaptistCare Yallambee grants a heartwarming gift for a resident's 85th birthday

When BaptistCare Yallambee Residential Care in Mundaring WA started a 'Make a Wish' program, they weren’t expecting one of their octogenarians would ask for a tattoo.But that’s exactly what New Zealand-born Pamela Mohi asked for in celebration of her 85th birthday on Fr...

BaptistCare Caloola Dedication and Opening Event

Caloola Official Opening Program Board GreetingsRobert Dunn, BaptistCare Board ChairCaloola: Built on rich history andguiding us into our future. Charles Moore, Chief Executive OfficerMayoral AddressDallas Tout, Mayor Wagga Wagga City Council Prayer and Blessing Patrici...

Annual Report 2024 - Financial Summary

A summary of our financial performance.

2024 Chair and CEO Report

Welcome to BaptistCare’s 2024 Annual ReportWe are pleased to share with you the highlights of our year.With hard work, passion, and a heart for others, 80 years ago BaptistCare began creating places of hope for those most vulnerable in our communities, and today our mis...

Respite care at home: everything you need to know

Download this article as a PDF If you are caring for an elderly loved one, you’ve probably heard the term “respite care” at some point or another. What many people aren’t aware of is the wide range of respite care services that you can receive in and around your home. F...