St Basil's Victoria

St Basil's Victoria St. Basil’s Homes for the Aged in Victoria Nursing Home

🌸🐣 Happy Orthodox Easter from all of us! Χριστός Ανέστη! (Christ is Risen) ✝️Today we celebrated Orthodox Easter a speci...
12/04/2026

🌸🐣 Happy Orthodox Easter from all of us!
Χριστός Ανέστη! (Christ is Risen) ✝️

Today we celebrated Orthodox Easter a special time of hope, renewal, and togetherness. Our home was filled with warmth and tradition as residents, families, and staff shared in the joy of the day.

From traditional lamb and red eggs and family visits, it was a beautiful celebration of culture, community, and connection.

Wishing all our residents, families, and friends a joyful and blessed Orthodox Easter.

Continuing Orthodox Easter Traditions ❤️🐣Today, our residents came together to dye eggs, continuing the beautiful tradit...
09/04/2026

Continuing Orthodox Easter Traditions ❤️🐣

Today, our residents came together to dye eggs, continuing the beautiful tradition of Greek Orthodox Easter.
With care and joy, the eggs were dyed a rich red, symbolising new life and the resurrection of Christ. It was a meaningful experience filled with conversation and the sharing of cherished memories. 🥚✨

These special moments help keep traditions alive, bringing comfort, connection, and a strong sense of culture within our community.

We came together to honour the beautiful Orthodox tradition of decorating the Epitaphios. 🌸With love, care, and a strong...
08/04/2026

We came together to honour the beautiful Orthodox tradition of decorating the Epitaphios. 🌸

With love, care, and a strong sense of faith, they carefully arranged fresh flowers, creating a truly meaningful and peaceful tribute. This special ritual brings back cherished memories and keeps our cultural and religious traditions alive within our community. ✝️

Moments like these are a reminder of the importance of connection, reflection, and shared heritage. 💙

Making koulourakia 🍪 is a cherished part of Orthodox tradition ✝️, lovingly passed down through generations. These butte...
08/04/2026

Making koulourakia 🍪 is a cherished part of Orthodox tradition ✝️, lovingly passed down through generations. These buttery, slightly sweet, egg-flavoured biscuits, often topped with sesame seeds, are prepared for important religious celebrations, symbolising joy, blessings 🙏, and the sweetness of faith.

The process is just as meaningful as the result — families gather together, share stories, and strengthen cultural and spiritual connections. Each batch represents more than a recipe; it is a continuation of heritage, love ❤️, and devotion.

In Orthodox homes, koulourakia are often made in preparation for holy feast days, offered to guests as a sign of hospitality, and shared within the community as an expression of unity and celebration 🎉.

🌿🐣 A Special Day of Celebration 🌿🐣Today at St Basil’s, we shared a beautiful day of togetherness as some of our resident...
05/04/2026

🌿🐣 A Special Day of Celebration 🌿🐣

Today at St Basil’s, we shared a beautiful day of togetherness as some of our residents celebrated Easter, while others marked the meaningful occasion of Palm Sunday.

Our dining room was filled with warmth, laughter, and tradition as residents gathered to enjoy a delicious meal, good company, and festive decorations. Moments like these remind us how important it is to honour the diverse traditions and faiths within our community.

For those celebrating Easter, we wish you a joyful and peaceful day filled with hope and renewal.

For those observing Palm Sunday, we wish you a blessed day as you begin Holy Week.

At St Basil’s, every celebration is an opportunity to bring our residents together, create meaningful moments, and share in the spirit of community. 💛

🇬🇷💙 Celebrating Greek Independence Day 💙🇬🇷Today we proudly celebrated Greek Independence Day, a day that holds deep mean...
25/03/2026

🇬🇷💙 Celebrating Greek Independence Day 💙🇬🇷

Today we proudly celebrated Greek Independence Day, a day that holds deep meaning for many of our residents, families, and staff. 🇬🇷✨ It is a time to honour the courage, resilience, and rich cultural heritage of Greece.

Days like today are truly special, bringing back cherished memories and creating meaningful moments for everyone in our community.

Χρόνια Πολλά to all those celebrating today! 🇬🇷💙

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As part of our Armchair Travel to Italy, pizza making was a must! 🍕Everyone had a wonderful time preparing their own piz...
11/03/2026

As part of our Armchair Travel to Italy, pizza making was a must! 🍕

Everyone had a wonderful time preparing their own pizzas, choosing toppings, and enjoying the delicious results together. A fun and tasty way to bring a little bit of Italy to the day!

☀️ Soaking up some sunshine with our lovely residents today! Nothing beats a bit of fresh air, laughter, and warm rays t...
05/03/2026

☀️ Soaking up some sunshine with our lovely residents today! Nothing beats a bit of fresh air, laughter, and warm rays to brighten the day. 🌿💛

🎶 A Beautiful Morning of Music & Togetherness 🎶Last Friday, we were delighted to welcome the Harmony Choir to our home. ...
04/03/2026

🎶 A Beautiful Morning of Music & Togetherness 🎶

Last Friday, we were delighted to welcome the Harmony Choir to our home. Their uplifting voices filled the room with joy, smiles, and a wonderful sense of harmony.

Our residents loved singing along, clapping, and soaking up the warm community spirit. Thank you to the choir for sharing your talent and making our day so special. 🎵

🌟 We’re Hiring: Cleaner – Join Our Caring Team! 🌟St Basil’s Aged Care Home is looking for a reliable and friendly cleane...
04/03/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring: Cleaner – Join Our Caring Team! 🌟
St Basil’s Aged Care Home is looking for a reliable and friendly cleaner to help us keep our home safe, clean, and welcoming for our residents.

What we offer:
✅ A supportive and friendly workplace
✅ Training and development opportunities
✅ Employee benefits including salary packaging
✅ Making a real difference in the lives of our residents

Your role:
Cleaning resident rooms, communal areas, and offices
Ensuring infection control standards are maintained
Supporting a positive and safe environment for residents and staff

Requirements:
Reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented
Previous experience in cleaning or aged care is a plus

💌 Apply now: Send your resume to reception@stbasilsvic.org.au

Join us at St Basil’s and be part of a team that truly cares! ❤️

A little retail therapy goes a long way. 🛍️Our residents enjoyed a fun Kmart Day, browsing the aisles, sharing laughs, a...
25/02/2026

A little retail therapy goes a long way. 🛍️
Our residents enjoyed a fun Kmart Day, browsing the aisles, sharing laughs, and finishing off with a lovely coffee together. ☕💙

We were delighted to welcome a group of wonderful school children into our home this week 😊Our residents thoroughly enjo...
23/02/2026

We were delighted to welcome a group of wonderful school children into our home this week 😊

Our residents thoroughly enjoyed spending time with the students, sharing stories, laughter, and taking part in fun activities together. From arts and crafts to games and meaningful conversations, the visit was filled with genuine connection and joy.

These intergenerational moments are so special, they strengthen our sense of community, create lasting memories, and remind us of the value of learning from one another across generations.

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24/36 Lorne Street Fawkner
Melbourne, VIC
3060

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