Latest Stories
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ANZAC Spirit Across Mayflower
Anzac Day has become core to the identity of Australia itself. Each year, the Mayflower community commemorates Anzac Day with formal services at our aged care homes. Last year when our traditional services...
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Orthodox Easter Baking at Reservoir
Mayflower Reservoir residents have been busy, preparing for the biggest day on the Orthodox calendar – Easter Sunday. Red dyed eggs are a traditional favourite, along with Koulourakia – festive biscuits...
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Home Care Package Level 2: What to Expect
With thanks to Australia’s ‘My Aged Care’ program, senior Australians can continue living comfortably in the familiarity of home - with top-quality support and care. The Home Care Packages Program includes...
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Kaluki Fun
There’s nothing better than a good game of cards to get your mind going. Meeting in the retirement village lounge, a group of ladies from Mayflower Brighton get together each Thursday for a friendly game...
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10 Tips for Choosing Home Care Package Providers
Need help choosing a My Aged Care Home Care Package provider? For an older person who wants to live independently but needs some extra support at home, a home care provider that accepts government funding...
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Introducing La Perla Wine Bar at Mayflower Brighton
We have some exciting news for our Brighton foodies. Café Perla at Mayflower Brighton is extending its operating hours on Thursdays, as it transforms into a boutique wine bar for Mayflower residents,...
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The Great Beanie Giveaway
Debbie has been busy knitting and crocheting to bring joy to Mayflower employees. During this pandemic, Debbie has found she has had a little extra time on her hands, which inspired her to do something...
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Easter Eggstravaganza
You are never too old for a visit from the Easter Bunny! Easter is double the fun at Mayflower Reservoir with celebrations for both the Western Easter and Orthodox Easter. Our latest Easter party brought...
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Join our Brighton Gift Shop Team of Volunteers
Your opportunity to join the Mayflower Gift Shop team is finally here! Our beautiful Gift Shop at Mayflower Brighton is in urgent need of some more amazing volunteers to help keep it running. Pictured...
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Lifestyle Program Delivers More Choice
Mayflower has updated its lifestyle program to ensure that resident choice is first and foremost in everything we do. Every day we encourage residents to choose an activity that they would like to do...
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This Little Birdie Sings
Mayflower Brighton residents have been enjoying the company of a new feathered friend - the aptly named, ‘Birdie’. Tasked with ‘pet-sitting’ Birdie, all involved have loved everyone moment spent with...
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A Very Happy Greek Independence Day
Everyone was eager to put on their dancing shoes, as they celebrated the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence. It was on 25 March 1821, when Greece officially declared its independence and began the...
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It’s Time to Care About Aged Care
On March 1, the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety released its Final Report. The Report is seen as a watershed moment for our industry, providing a once in a generation opportunity to...
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Shopping Service Brings its Own Rewards
Mayflower is fortunate to have a wonderful team of staff who enjoy going above and beyond to bring happiness to residents’ lives. Gift Shop Manager, Nicole, is one of these staff. Nicole was recently...
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Seeking enthusiastic and caring Environmental Services Assistants
Mayflower’s environment services team play a key role in residents’ lives - helping to keep our homes looking spic and span – with a warmth and energy that makes us proud. We are now looking for enthusiastic...
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7 Simple Tips for a Successful Marriage
Rex and Lorraine know what it takes to make a marriage work, and have now been married for 53 years. The warm and lively couple sat down with us to share their best tips and advice for a long and happy...
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Looking for Someone Creative to Provide Lifestyle Support
At Mayflower, we want to make every day better for our residents by providing genuine, individually tailored support, lifestyle choices and care. We achieve this through our remarkable people. We are...
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What’s Included in a Home Care Package Level 1?
Could you or an elderly loved one use some help around the home? Are you wondering whether you might qualify for a Home Care Package? The government’s My Aged Care Home Care Package program provides funding...
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