This month Barb celebrated a significant milestone in her life – turning 90 – and she believes that keeping active is the key to her longevity.
Discover how a little support can make a big difference during Dementia Action Week. Learn more about understanding, supporting, and communicating with those living with dementia.
Helping residents come to terms with grief is an important part of what we do. Recently our Reservoir home said farewell to Josef, dearly loved partner of Janis
Listening to music provides stimulation for your mind, your soul and your body. It can bring tremendous joy and happiness and help to maintain bonds with those you love.
Small groups of gentleman gathered and chatted over a glass of wine, reminisced about the good ol’ days, their fathers, and special moments with their children.
Frank runs a poetry reading session every Tuesday. A group of poetry enthusiasts gather around the fireplace to hear him read inspiring and interesting Australian poems. Everyone then takes a turn to discuss the poem it means to them.
Discover the latest edition of Grapevine, Mayflower's quarterly newsletter. Get insights from our CEO, resident stories, and aging tips.
R U OK? Day is Australia’s national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, “Are You OK?”. While we have all been going through a strange and unsettling time, loneliness and feeling a sense of significant isolation from loved ones can be particularly distressing for older Australians and their families.
Mayflower’s physio and allied health team has been handing out Legacy Week bears to our aged care residents who have a connection with Australia’s defence force services.
Brighton Residents Delight in Special Surprise: Flowers & Chocolates Bring Joy. Lifestyle Team Spreads Smiles with Personal Deliveries. See the Happiness.
If you have a loved one living with dementia, and are having trouble figuring out what to do, there is a new helpful tool that has just been launched.
Discover Café Perla: a beacon of joy in challenging times. Robbie and Perla serve up delicious meals with passion and dedication, delivering comfort to our Mayflower community. Explore our vast takeaway menu!
After many years working in the the bridal industry, Teresa wanted a complete career change. Before that point, she’d never considered aged care, but she couldn’t be happier with her choice.
Our staff take part in one-on-one PPE (personal protective equipment) training and refresher training, to help keep both residents and staff safe. This important training has been held across our residences, and serves to remind staff, residents and loved ones we take safety seriously.
We have noticed something good going on in our community. People are finding new ways to give to others, signifying better times are ahead.
Dancing and movement are good for body and mind. And, thanks to neuroplasticity, it also helps build brain mass and build cognition that truly lasts.
Join us in honouring the amazing aged care workers on Aged Care Employee Day. Say #ThanksForCaring to our dedicated team at Mayflower and across Australia!
Param, an aged care nurse at Mayflower, shares his journey from India to Australia and his dedication to providing personalized care.
Yelena is a passionate nurse, with an unexpected life story. Yelena has a degree in Mining Electrical Engineering which she completed in her home country of Turkmenistan (former USSR), located in Central Asia.
Garry is a personal care assistant, working within our Reservoir residence, once you get to know him, you will know why so many of our residents love him too.
We are delighted to announce the latest (and cutest!) member of our Mayflower Family: baby Anaya Arora.
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