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National Palliative Care Week: Holding space for life, comfort and connection
12 May 2026
National Palliative Care Week: Holding space for life, comfort and connection
12 May 2026
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12 May 2026
Newsletter - May 2026
10 May 2026
Newsletter - May 2026
10 May 2026
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10 May 2026
The change making a big difference at Loreto
25 March 2026
The change making a big difference at Loreto
25 March 2026
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25 March 2026
The 7 Cs of hospice care: guiding compassionate end-of-life support
10 March 2026
The 7 Cs of hospice care: guiding compassionate end-of-life support
10 March 2026
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10 March 2026
Newsletter - March 2026
8 March 2026
Newsletter - March 2026
8 March 2026
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8 March 2026
Winners are definitely Grinners.  Congratulations!
16 February 2026
Winners are definitely Grinners. Congratulations!
16 February 2026

Our CEO, Evan Robertson, coached the Wagga Vipers under 18’s to a win!

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16 February 2026
The myth of ageing: Elaine’s story of staying active, connected and living life  her way
10 February 2026
The myth of ageing: Elaine’s story of staying active, connected and living life her way
10 February 2026
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10 February 2026
The importance of caring for our ageing
2 February 2026
The importance of caring for our ageing
2 February 2026
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2 February 2026
Extreme heat and older people: how to stay cool, safe and well during Riverina heat
26 January 2026
Extreme heat and older people: how to stay cool, safe and well during Riverina heat
26 January 2026
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26 January 2026
Newsletter - January 2026
11 January 2026
Newsletter - January 2026
11 January 2026

In our January newsletter you can read more about Valerie, Sam, Kate and the Board of Directors.

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11 January 2026
Staff Long Service - 270 years of combined service at The Forrest Centre
11 January 2026
Staff Long Service - 270 years of combined service at The Forrest Centre
11 January 2026

In December we recognised many of our staff for their long service at The Forrest Centre.

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11 January 2026
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11 January 2026
Christmas Lights Tour
11 January 2026

Forrest Home Care clients took a tour of Christmas lights!

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11 January 2026
Christmas entertainment at Loreto Home of Compassion
11 January 2026
Christmas entertainment at Loreto Home of Compassion
11 January 2026

We recently enjoyed a concert with special performances by Greg and Penny.

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11 January 2026
Planning ahead: what to consider in the new year about Aged Care options
28 December 2025
Planning ahead: what to consider in the new year about Aged Care options
28 December 2025
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28 December 2025
Staying socially connected when friends and family travel
25 December 2025
Staying socially connected when friends and family travel
25 December 2025
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25 December 2025
Christmas, through the eyes of our team
23 December 2025
Christmas, through the eyes of our team
23 December 2025
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23 December 2025
Christmas memories at Loreto: small moments that stay with us
22 December 2025
Christmas memories at Loreto: small moments that stay with us
22 December 2025
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22 December 2025
Eating, moving and ageing well in the festive season
21 December 2025
Eating, moving and ageing well in the festive season
21 December 2025
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21 December 2025
Christmas Joy at Loreto Home of Compassion
16 December 2025
Christmas Joy at Loreto Home of Compassion
16 December 2025

Santa has called in, we have been doing craft, and students have played games and entertained us. What a marvelous time we are having in the lead up to Christmas.

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16 December 2025
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
8 December 2025
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
8 December 2025

Decorations are up and excitement is building as Christmas approaches.

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8 December 2025
Sr Helen speaks of her experience with End-of-Life care
20 October 2025
Sr Helen speaks of her experience with End-of-Life care
20 October 2025

Sr Helen is on the Board of Directors of The Forrest Centre and has over 50 years’ experience caring for others.

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20 October 2025
Complete renovation of the hairdressing salon at Loreto Home of Compassion
16 October 2025
Complete renovation of the hairdressing salon at Loreto Home of Compassion
16 October 2025

We are excited to unveil our fully renovated hairdressing salon at Loreto Home of Compassion.

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16 October 2025
Memorial Doves at Mary Potter Nursing Home
1 October 2025
Memorial Doves at Mary Potter Nursing Home
1 October 2025

Our memorial art has been erected, remembering those residents who passed away over the past 12 months.

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1 October 2025
Ageing well: The psychology of growing older with purpose
23 September 2025
Ageing well: The psychology of growing older with purpose
23 September 2025
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23 September 2025
Have you ever considered having a camel as a pet?!
18 September 2025
Have you ever considered having a camel as a pet?!
18 September 2025

Welcome to the September newsletter.

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18 September 2025
Walking beside Lyn: A husband’s story for Dementia Action Week
17 September 2025
Walking beside Lyn: A husband’s story for Dementia Action Week
17 September 2025
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17 September 2025
Great results at the Wagga Wagga Show!
15 September 2025
Great results at the Wagga Wagga Show!
15 September 2025

Congratulations to residents of Loreto Home of Compassion on their success in exhibiting at the Wagga Show!

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15 September 2025
We are looking for a Facility Manager at Mary Potter Nursing Home
14 September 2025
We are looking for a Facility Manager at Mary Potter Nursing Home
14 September 2025

Could you be the right fit for The Forrest Centre. We are looking for a dynamic Facility Manager at Mary Potter Nursing Home to lead our team in providing excellent, compassionate care for our residents. Expressions of interest close on 22 September 2025.

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14 September 2025
Curious about Aged Care? Find the solutions at the Wagga Wagga Seniors Expo
7 September 2025
Curious about Aged Care? Find the solutions at the Wagga Wagga Seniors Expo
7 September 2025
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7 September 2025
A listening presence: Pastoral Care for our non-religious residents
25 August 2025
A listening presence: Pastoral Care for our non-religious residents
25 August 2025
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25 August 2025
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The Forrest Centre
Lewisham Avenue,
Wagga Wagga, NSW, 2650,
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The Forrest Centre
Mary Potter Nursing Home

Address
Lewisham Avenue,
Wagga Wagga. 2650
Phone: (02) 6932 3011
Fax: (02) 6925 1830
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Loreto Home
of Compassion

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33 Bardia Street,
PO Box 842
Wagga Wagga. 2650
Phone: (02) 6971 5715
Fax: (02) 6931 3708
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11 Chaston Street
PO Box 842
Wagga Wagga. 2650
Phone: (02) 6932 3009
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