Aged Care worker is having conversation with the resident

We’re National Finalists in the 2016 Aged Care Hospitality Awards!

Date: 21 September 2016
Whiddon’s industry leading approach to food, dining and hotel services has been recognised in the 2016 Aged Care Hospitality Awards with two services and three staff members named National Finalists.
Narrabri Memory Walk

Successful First Memory Walk for Dementia Awareness

Date: 13 September 2016
The Whiddon Group Narrabri hosted their very first Memory Walk on Sunday 11 September to raise awareness during Dementia Awareness Month (September 1 - 30).

Our new aged care home is now open in Grafton

Date: 11 September 2016
Whiddon's new aged care home on Crown St in Grafton has opened its doors and welcomed residents into their new home and staff into their new workplace...

An Egg-cellent award for our HenPower program!

Date: 31 August 2016
Whiddon are delighted to share the egg-cellent news that our trial of the HenPower Program in residential aged care homes has been awarded a 2016 Better Practice Award. HenPower is...
The Australian Business Awards, from which Whiddon was awarded the Employer of Choice award in 2016.

Whiddon recognised as Employer of Choice in 2016 Australian Business Awards

Date: 22 August 2016
Whiddon is honoured to have been named an Employer of Choice in the 2016 Australian Business Awards. The award recognises Whiddon’s commitment to learning and development, innovation and ...
Resident engages with object

New Project Helps People With Advanced Dementia Engage

Date: 8 August 2016
Whiddon's residential aged care homes have been participating in an new dementia research project with UTS. The project aims to help people with advanced dementia engage by creating...
CEO - Chris Mamarelis

Ageing Population Needs More Carers – The Australian

Date: 8 August 2016
Whiddon CEO, Chris Mamarelis, talks aged care and disability workforce growth and the role of brand, innovative approaches and workplace culture...
Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy trial shows positive benefits for dementia

Date: 10 July 2016
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy is a revolutionary, non-medication based program based on regular and structured social groups that is proving to be as effective as medication in slowing cognitive de...

Grafton serves up Biggest Morning Tea

Date: 15 June 2016
The team from our Grafton home are delighted with the success of their Biggest Morning Tea which raised over $800.00.

Award-winning food in aged care

Date: 9 June 2016
At Whiddon, we recognise that positive and enjoyable dining experiences are essential for our residents’ fulfilment, wellbeing and general nutrition.