Meet Lynette, one of our wonderful staff at Forrest Community Services in Griffith. Lynette has come to us all the way from South Africa!
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It’s Dementia Action Week (16-22 September), and there’s no better time to talk about dementia care.
Contrary to common belief, dementia is not a normal part of getting older, and it isn’t just one specific disease but rather refers to a number of different medical conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease.
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While there is no single ‘right time’ for older people to get in some at-home care, there are signs that it could be time to start weighing up your options so you can make considered decisions.
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What a great bunch of characters you can meet in this edition of the newsletter!
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Social Activities participants at Forrest Community Services in Wagga had a great day competing in their own Olympic Games!
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Recently the residents at Loreto Home of Compassion enjoyed participating in their own version of Olympic events!
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We take a holistic approach to caring for our residents who have memory deficits and behavioural changes.
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For anyone else with a loved one approaching their senior years, Doug suggests starting the Aged Care conversation early.
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Clinical care refers to medical and healthcare services provided to people. The Forrest Centre’s approach to clinical care is people-first.
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With some assistance from Forrest Community Services, Margaret continues to lead an active life in Tumut.
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If you are caring for another, it is essential that you take care of yourself. Consider these ideas for practicing some self-care while caring for older loved ones:
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Val Donnelly tells us that ageing is a privilege that is creeping up on her!
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Today we had a bus tour to Gurdwara Singh Sabha (Sikh Temple). We had 8 of our beautiful customers attend a tour of the temple.
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I’m sure you will enjoy reading the July Forrest Centre newsletter and getting to know some of our people a little better.
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30 June 2024 marks 20 years since The Forrest Centre officially acquired Loreto Home of Compassion. The Sisters of Compassion have an outstanding history of caring for the elderly in our community. Sr Rae Berry shares some of her thoughts about her time at Loreto.
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Do you want to eat healthier? Feel better? Perhaps it’s time to consider sugar alternatives
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Our regular musician, Jeremy, was joined by two student from TRAC to entertain our residents at Loreto. A great afternoon of signing was enjoyed by many.
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Our wonderful staff member Sharon, organised a fundraising raffle and tea parties for Can Assist.
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Advanced care planning is an important aspect of end of life preparation.
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