What we’ve been up to recently
The high tea for our volunteers was held on Tuesday 16th May, and we received lovely feedback from our volunteers, that they had enjoyed the morning …
How to counter the downsides of ageing (but it’s best if you start early)
It may seem like there are many downsides to ageing – and of course, like anything, there are certainly some elements of ageing that may not be …
What an aged care facility will take away from you
Moving into an aged care facility is a big decision, and one that can be fraught with emotion. All too often, older people are very focused on what …
Welcome to new staff members
We are thrilled to announce that FRC has garnered significant interest from new employees seeking to join our team. This influx of interest is a …
What we’ve been up to in April
Well, April was a very busy month in Leisure and Lifestyle! On 5th April we were visited by the Ag school with their animals, and residents …
Does FRC provide furnished or unfurnished rooms?
The short answer – whatever you like. Having your own furniture, pictures and trinkets is the ideal way to make your room the comfortable and familiar …
The link between volunteering and quality of life
National Volunteer Week is held in Australia from 15 – 21st May 2023, and is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering. During this week, …
PALM – Pacific Island Labour Mobility
Finley Regional Care have recently recruited three additional staff through the PALM (Pacific Australia Labour Mobility) Scheme, and welcome our …
What we’ve been up to in March
Well, the Cinema has been running and attendance has remained fairly constant. The shop has been running twice weekly. Bus outings have been enjoyed …
Can you walk your way to good health as you age?
We all know that exercise is good for us, and is vitally important for ageing well (in fact, exercise can help fight off all these diseases). But does …
Modifiable dementia risks that you can start changing now
When it comes to dementia, the statistics are alarming. Around the world, approximately 24 million people are affected by dementia, with cases rising …
How to tell if your brain is healthy – and how to slow the clock on brain ageing
The brain, like every other part of your body, undergoes changes with age – sometimes mild, and sometimes more drastic. As you get older, you may …
