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Keeping connected

Discover inspiring stories about keeping connected, social programs and the incredible stories of older people in our communities. From HenPower, a program about keeping chickens in aged care, and VintageBites, a social cooking program, to stories about meeting Prince Philip in World War II.

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November 12 2024 Keeping connected

Pathway To Permanent Residency For Aged Care Workers

Author’s note: The information in this blog is accurate as of May 2025 and is subject to change based on government policy and workforce availability. At Whiddon, we’re not just passionate about providing quality aged care – we’re also committed…

aged care volunter helping older woman with groceries

July 16 2024 Ageing concerns, Keeping connected

Why Volunteering In Aged Care Is More Important Than Ever

In an industry that is rapidly undergoing changes, the significance of volunteering for aged care...

Ken Weeks, smiling and holding his can of personalised Heinz beans.

October 13 2023 Keeping connected

Whiddon & Heinz Australia Celebrate the Nation’s Oldest Man, 110-Year-Old Grafton Resident Kenneth Weeks

In celebration of the 110th birthday of Australia’s oldest known living man, Heinz Australia has produced...

Friends fishing together

April 07 2021 Keeping connected

Tackling loneliness in Australia

We have all felt lonely before and have had times in our lives when we...

A resident and carer enjoying some coffee during Chat, Stories and Tea, Whiddon's cognitive therapy program.

March 19 2019 Keeping connected

Marie’s tailor-made week strikes the right note

It’s been 52 years since musical duo Kevin and Marie went on their very first...

Whiddon Narrabri resident, Ron, smiling with two grader operators as part of Whiddon's Best Week initiative.

February 13 2019 Keeping connected

Ron’s Best Week – Tailor Made Aged Care

Ron's story is the first of our blog posts about MyLife, a model of care…

Aged Care Transport Services

May 24 2018 Keeping connected

Aged Care Transport Services Help Older People Stay Connected

Aged care transport services are available and offered by aged care providers to help older…

Aged Care Nurse

May 07 2018 Keeping connected

Celebrating Australia’s Incredible Nurses

To celebrate International Nurses Day 2018, we're sharing the inspiring stories of nurses working in…

loneliness older Australians

March 20 2018 Keeping connected

Tackling loneliness and social isolation for older Australians

Loneliness and social isolation present serious health and well-being challenges for older Australians - explore…

Bill and Hazel's wedding photograph.

February 13 2018 Keeping connected

A Valentine’s Love Story

Bill and Hazel's story is one of everlasting love. In May this year the inspirational…

February 02 2018 Keeping connected

Neville’s story: Rural community hero honoured by Order of Australia Medal

Temora rural community hero Neville Thompson received an Order of Australia medal for his contributions…

Home Care

December 17 2017 Keeping connected

A Day With Kathryn, Home Care Worker

As a home care worker, Kathryn spends time with those who need a little extra…

December 11 2017 Keeping connected

Tom’s Trip of a Lifetime

Family means the world to Tom and having his wife and best friend pass away…

December 04 2017 Keeping connected

Italian inspired VintageBites helps aged care residents stay connected

Creative ageing program, VintageBites, brought a little piece of Italy to aged care residents at…

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