Respect Aged Care

07/04/2026

🐦 Cooinda welcomed local Indigenous artist Jessica Leffley from Bird Girl Creations for an art session with residents.

Residents worked with charcoal, paint and pastel to create Australian native bird artworks. Jess’s guidance was fantastic as she very patiently talked residents through the process, while discussing the stories behind her work. Jess also shared her published children’s book and kindly gifted a copy to residents.

A proud Wiradjuri woman and primary school teacher, Jess draws inspiration from native birdlife - sees her birds as her friends, she talks to them as she peers outside her studio window admiring the Black Cockatoos, King Parrots and Satin Bowerbirds that sing to her while she creates.

Jess’s work has been showcased at locations across Australia, with many pieces being snapped up nationwide.

Residents were so engaged throughout the session and really enjoyed trying their hand at something new.

06/04/2026

Some more Easter fun from Costa House 🐣

The craft group was busy revving up for Easter, making baskets, threaded eggs and crosses, and everyone was very proud to see their colourful work laid out together.

The team also held an Easter raffle, with a few very happy winners on the day. Great work 😊

05/04/2026

🐰 Easter is one of those times of year that brings a little extra warmth to our homes and services and this year is no different.

Across our communities, teams have been busy planning Easter celebrations, activities and special moments for the residents and clients in our care.

From egg hunts to festive morning teas, it's a wonderful reminder of why the work we do matters so much.

To everyone working across this long weekend - thank you. The commitment and care you bring, especially on days when most people are at home with their families, does not go unnoticed.

And to those taking a well-earned break - we hope you get to switch off, spend time with the people you love and come back refreshed.

Here are some lovely photos from all the fun at Wellington Views (TAS), Lyrebird Village (VIC), Fred French (TAS), Cooinda (NSW), Autumn Lodge (NSW) and RM Begg (VIC).

04/04/2026

🐰 Eliza Purton Home has been full of colour and creativity

The team’s been busy decorating Easter bonnets and cupcakes, and residents have loved it. Plenty of ideas shared, helping hands, and everyone adding their own touch.

What we have at Eliza Purton Home is pretty special. It’s a real community. Great to see everyone out of their rooms, getting involved, having a chat and enjoying each other’s company.

03/04/2026

🐰 Here's a few Easter snaps from across our homes - Masters Lodge (QLD), Mt St Vincent (TAS), The Terrace Retirement Living (VIC), Coroneagh Park (TAS), Wattleglen (VIC) and Maleny Erowal (QLD)🐣

Each home and village has done Easter a little differently this year, which is great to see! Craft groups getting to work, paint and sip sessions, egg hunts, high teas and lunches, raffles and lovely visits from students at local schools and preschools.

Most importantly, the Easter Bunny has also been making the rounds, and somehow never running out of chocolate. 🥰

02/04/2026

Residents and staff at Baw Baw Views welcomed students from Albert Street School in Moe, who gifted residents handmade crocheted blankets. They were beautifully made by a talented knitting group based in Traralgon.

Students piled into each room and personally gave them to residents, alongside a special note.

This was such a beautiful gesture. Residents felt genuinely cared for, and the kids got to see just how much their kindness meant to everyone.

As a big thank you, some of our team took the students to the in-house corner store to stock them up with chocolate 😊

Thanks to the school/parents for allowing us to share these lovely photos.

02/04/2026

The Autumn 2026 edition of our Respect magazine is here, and it's filled with stories, faces and moments that make Respect so special. From our amazing 100 Club residents to generational friendships, it's a great read.

A special mention to Beverly, our resident at Master's Lodge, who features on the front cover!

Read here 🍁 https://indd.adobe.com/view/171cf44b-8cb5-493f-9009-4d0c1ca8cde0

The Autumn 2026 edition of Respect’s Magazine is now out.

01/04/2026

Gippsland Classic Car Club rolled into the car park at Lyrebird Village with an amazing line-up of nearly 20 classic cars on display.

Residents wandered out to take a closer look, with a few jumping in the driver’s seat and chatting about the cars they used to own back in the day. They checked them all out before declaring the winners (in their book!).

Big thanks to the club members for putting it together, a great show of community spirit.

01/04/2026

Morning tea with the Mayor ☕

Ingham Lodge had the pleasure of welcoming Mayor Ramon Jayo of Hinchinbrook Shire for a relaxed morning tea and a good old-fashioned chat.

It was a wonderful opportunity for residents and staff to connect with the Mayor in a warm and informal setting, sharing stories and a cuppa. We thank Mayor Jayo for taking the time to visit and look forward to staying connected with our local community.

31/03/2026

At Eliza Purton Home, craft activities start with a simple question – what will we do with everything we make? But the value goes well beyond the finished piece.

Our art sessions give residents a sense of purpose and achievement, especially when they know their work will be enjoyed by others. The hands-on tasks also help keep fine motor skills and coordination active, and just as importantly - the time together around the table brings great chats, laughter and connection.

Elisha, Social Care Coordinator at Eliza Purton, says: “There’s something special about making things to give away. It lifts everyone’s mood, builds a sense of belonging and often brings back memories of past Easter traditions for our residents.”

Everyone has been busy decorating Easter cartons and filling them with treats for the market stall. They loved designing each one, and knowing that their handmade gifts will bring a smile to a child this Easter makes it even more fulfilling 😊

What a lovely way to share kindness with the community, well done everyone!

30/03/2026

Fred French residents have had a few a spectacular lunch outings recently, visiting the Newstead Hotel, Riverside Hotel, Country Club, and Maple Cafe.

It's always great to get out and about in the community and it was lovely to see everyone so happy, relaxed, and engaged. The meal sizes did NOT disappoint, and a few plates definitely won the battle against finishing everything!

A big thank you to all our staff for their support in making these outings possible.

27/03/2026

Here’s a snapshot of some of the fun our residents at Baw Baw Views have been enjoying lately...

☀ Residents have been making the most of the beautiful surroundings with morning walks through the botanical gardens next door.

🌻 Our Monday craft group, led by volunteer Linda, has been busy creating sunflowers and Easter egg trees. A few of the gentlemen have also enjoyed scenic bus drives, which have been a big hit.

🎣 Everyone has been having fun with a new fishing game, with plenty of laughs along the way. Resident Bill also hosted a slideshow of his photos from the Baw Baw Ranges, which everyone enjoyed.

👩🏼‍🍳 Janene, our General Manager, continues to run weekly “Master Chefs” sessions, with residents getting involved in making pasta and other delicious dishes.