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Inside our June 2026 edition, Bishop Peter explores the idea of becoming all that we are called to be. We share our journey towards meaningful reconciliation as Newcastle Anglican prepares to launch its first-ever Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Two young people who are being supported through Samaritans Student Accommodation discuss how it has helped them […]
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He made international headlines when he sneezed on King Charles during His Majesty’s visit to Canberra. He has met celebrities such as Guy Sebastian and Jimmy Barnes, politicians, and media personalities. More importantly, Hephner the alpaca brings comfort and joy to both young and old. He recently attracted plenty of pats and smiles during visits to two of […]
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A fearless pursuit of excellence has been the cornerstone of a nursing career that now spans more than five decades. Enrolled Nurse Sharon Fear recently celebrated her incredible 50-year milestone at Anglican Care’s McIntosh Court. After joining the dementia-specific residential aged care facility in 2022, she quickly formed a strong bond with both residents and […]
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Leonie Doig filled her working days by caring for others, forming lifelong friendships and sharing laughs along the way. Leonie initially joined Anglican Care as a volunteer at C.A. Brown with the goal of buying a new fridge for her young family. Fast forward 41 years, and a few fridges later, she has retired from […]
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Every week in Anglican Care facilities, exercise programs are helping keep residents safe About 30% of people aged over 65 fall each year in NSW, with 37% of injury-related deaths being caused by falls. According to the NSW Fall Prevention and Healthy Ageing Network, regular exercise reduces falls by 23%. It’s one of the reasons […]
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Since the beginning of the year, we prepared for the introduction of the Aged Care Act 2024 and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, which took effect from 1 November 2025.
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Growing up in Newcastle, Gary has been able to use a variety of Anglican Care HomeLife services to ensure he can maintain the life he wants. One way Gary’s managed this is by visiting Alkira Respite and Day Therapy Centre twice per week.
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Community and family are at the heart of the home, according to Barb and Frank. Barb, and her husband Frank, continue to live in their home into their 90s. The couple are both receiving HomeLife care services to ensure they can stay at home for longer.
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Changes to mood, feelings of less, frustration, isolation, agitation, depression and anxiety: dementia may often go hand in hand with mental health challenges and feelings of isolation.
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