Latest Stories
-
Brighton Welcomes New Family Member
Last week we received the most wonderful news. Brighton Lifestyle Assistant Puneet, along with wife and Reception Staff member Rubani, proudly welcomed their first child – Aria. Little Aria arrived February...
Read more
-
Our Summer 2021 Grapevine is Now Available
Grapevine is Mayflowers quarterly newsletter in magazine format, packed with a message from our CEO, photos and stories of our residents and information to help you learn more about ageing and aged care. The...
Read more
-
Ready To Go For a Spin
Our New Dutch Trike Has Arrived, and We Can’t Wait to Take it for a Spin! There’s nothing quite like the feeling of hopping on a bike and getting some fresh air, feeling the sun on your face and the wind...
Read more
-
Meet Norma
Norma has a long history with Mayflower, and feels that she’s living in a pretty special place, with her best friend next door and wonderful support from her home care team. Not many of our residents...
Read more
-
What Does a Level 3 Home Care Package Include?
Have you or a family member recently been approved for a Level 3 Home Care Package? Are you just beginning to explore your options? Either way, you might be wondering what this type of care package means. Commonly...
Read more
-
COVID-19 Vaccine
New Fact Sheet Available - COVID-19 Vaccination in Aged Care The Federal Government has announced the intention to roll-out the COVID-19 vaccine to all Australians with the first phase of the roll-out...
Read more
-
Good Ol’ Aussie Cricket Fun
Australia Day on January 26th is the day to reflect on what it means to be an ‘Aussie,’ and to celebrate all the wonderful things we love about our beautiful country: our diverse and beautiful land, a...
Read more
-
Meet Max
Max moved to Mayflower Brighton in 2017 with Gail, the love of his life. Max and Gail met in 1970 and there were happily married for 49 years, enjoying an incredible time together. Sadly, Max lost Gail...
Read more
-
Handyperson Needed at Mayflower Brighton
Are you handy? Mayflower Brighton is looking for a volunteer to help us keep our facilities in good condition by undertaking various odd jobs, light gardening and maintenance. Tasks may include general...
Read more
-
Our Local Bonsai Doctor
“Mental activity is just as important as being physical, this is why I keep busy,” Maurice loves Bonsais, Sausage Dogs, and his Mayflower Home Care Team, but nothing comes close to his wonderful wife...
Read more
-
Maria Reaches New Milestone
Maria Bernardo understands the importance of quality care, and has recently achieved 10 years of service working for the Mayflower community. Maria became part of the Mayflower family in 2010 as a Registered...
Read more
-
Christmas Across Mayflower
Christmas is such a special time of year to so many of our residents, so to cap off what has been a difficult year, our teams went to town to make it as special and lively as can be! Residents across...
Read more
-
Dress Shoes a Real Winner
Annie has historically found it difficult to find adequate footwear to accommodate both function and fashion, which we ladies know is very important. She had just one pair of shoes that were comfortable,...
Read more
-
Spiritual Care – and Making Great Friends
Our Brighton aged care home usually hosts regular chapel services. However, as COVID-19 restrictions arrived, our local clergy were no longer able to pay their regular visits. Recognising the need for...
Read more
-
Trio Create Delightful Wall Hanging
Over Spring a trio of ladies got busy creating this lovely wall hanging, and have gladly just finished it. Brighton residents Marj and Kathleen along with lifestyle assistant Malliga worked together to...
Read more
-
Meet Annie
Annie is a lover of the arts and travel, with a long and distinguished nursing career. She is also a firm believer that finding a career that you love, is key to a happy life. Annie arrived in Australia...
Read more
-
Connecting Through Language & Music
Delli is no stranger to playing keys and has recently found solace in playing the organ in the Hyde lounge. Delli’s mother-tongue is Russian, and with almost no vision, due to macular degeneration, she...
Read more
-
New Board Chairman for Mayflower
Mayflower Deputy Chair, Anthony Mutton has been elected as Mayflower’s incoming Board Chairman. Mr Mutton has served as a Mayflower Board Member for more than 15 years and brings strong knowledge and...
Read more