Many residents of aged care homes remember Queen Elizabeth’s coronation and the celebration of her Platinum Jubilee has brought back many fond memories. Residents and carers at Moran Sylvania have taken celebrations one step further with what looks like a visit from the Queen herself…and her corgis! Keeping the dream alive is Queen Elizabeth look-a-like […]
We celebrated International Nurses Day in May and whilst this important day is recognised on the birthday of the world’s most famous nurse, Florence Nightingale, Moran Aged Care chooses to not only recognise our wonderful nurses but also all team members who provide care and services to our residents. Said Nelly Banag, Moran Kellyville General […]
When ‘Old People’s Home for 4 Year Olds’ screened on ABC recently to great acclaim, we along with Discover My World Early Learning Centres knew we had our programs right. The intergenerational program has been running for many years at Moran Engadine to bring the youngest and oldest generations together in shared experiences like gardening, […]
General Manager Moran Roxburgh Park, Darinka Rozanic, shares her own story of choosing aged care for her mother Sandra. The decision to place a parent into residential aged care is never easy with lots of adjustment needed for both the resident and their family. I have worked in residential care for more than 20 years […]
In honour of World Radio Day (13 Feb), former 2GB Radio presenter and Moran Sylvania resident, Glenn Wheeler OAM took to the air wearing the original radio headset that he used for many years. Glenn took the opportunity to reminisce about his days on-air and connect with enthusiasts around the world. Glenn Wheeler AO is […]
What keeps some couples attracted to each other for decades? Love, romance, duty, family? Three couples at Moran Kellyville boast long-lasting relationships and shared their stories with the Hills Independent Magazine for their Valentine’s Day special. Thank you to Beatrice & George, Teresa & Frank and George & Diane – may they enjoy many more […]
The life of former Moran Kellyville resident Maureen Tarrant was recently honoured with the opening of a memorial garden on the grounds of the Home, reflecting Maureen’s lifelong passion for beautiful gardens. A jacaranda tree, planted by Maureen’s family on her birthday, is a colourful feature in the garden. Maureen’s family have kindly agreed to […]
18 months ago we introduced Diane and George Refalo who had decided to relocate permanently to Moran Kellyville after short and successful respite stays. We recently caught up with Diane to see how they were going. “We came to the decision to move to Moran when we found ourselves needing more support with our care. We […]
Moran Health Care Group is a proud supporter of the Moran Arts Foundation and commends their strong commitment to the arts in Australia. The Moran Arts Foundation have named Vincent Fantauzzo, Andrew Greensmith and Michael Vale joint winners of the 2021 Doug Moran National Portrait Prize, Australia’s richest art prize. The winners were named at a […]
Moran Kellyville resident Evelyn Frangeskakis dedicated many years to volunteering and found her own joy in helping others. Evelyn, affectionately known as ‘Frankie’, worked as the first interpreter at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Her work made a meaningful impact on the lives of many and especially the hospital’s CALD patients (those from countries where English […]