Aged care news

Whiddon report reveals almost half a million Aussies 65 and over crave more social contact.

VintageBites is Whiddon's new creative ageing program that aims to create a sense of community and combat social isolation and loneliness for older people.

Our residents in Wee Waa are reaping the benefits of some generous donations from the Weeronga Hostel Committee and Artie Hall Campdraft with the purchase of a new lifter for less mobile residents and a wonderful memorial garden.

Located in the heart of the Glenfield community and just 20 minutes from Liverpool and Campbelltown city centres, our newest residential care home is part of a vibrant aged care community at Whiddon.

On 3 July 2015 Lee-ann Irwin will step down as CEO of The Whiddon Group after 4 years in the role and more than 16 years with the organisation. Current CFO and DCEO, Chris Mamarelis, has been appointed as the new CEO.

A family from Bathurst have donated a Men's Shed to Whiddon's Kelso home. Whiddon Kelso, formerly known as Ilumba Gardens, now has a Jim's Shed, thanks to the legacy of the late Jim Nisbet.

Alison Paas has always enjoyed flying, so when the opportunity came up for her to make it part of her work, she promptly took it.

New research from Whiddon looks into the causes and impacts of loneliness and social isolation among older Australians and exposes the shocking statistics.

Whiddon Kelso’s, previously known as Ilumba Gardens, aged care community is bustling with activity as the aged care home prepares to open a new wing.

Not-for-profit aged care provider, The Whiddon Group Grafton, were delighted to receive 36 new residential licenses in the 2014 Aged Care Approvals Round.