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Regis Insight Newsletter – Summer 2019

The Summer 2019 edition of Insight is now live!

Live Well With Regis

Regis prides itself in offering residents daily plans to help prevent, treat and promote overall health and independence. We understand that residents want to continue with their life and strive to push their boundaries. This is why at Regis we developed our Wellness Checks Initiative

Food is Life

Food plays a powerful role in our lives and, in many ways, is at the centre of how we socialise and connect. As well as these deep social and cultural aspects, food also plays a critical role in improving nutrition, health and well-being; something which is fundamental in the aged care industry.

Regis East Malvern Premium Aged Care with Hotel Style Services

Regis East Malvern, is a modern state-of-the-art aged care facility boasting spacious contemporary apartments with quality furnishings and modern suites complemented by hotel style personal services…

What I Like

At Regis, we know that comfort and care go hand in hand. That’s why, as one of Australia’s largest aged care providers; we always offer the pinnacle of care and support. Hear from our residents directly to find out what they like about their life at Regis.

Regis Pet Therapy – The Benefits

Being around animals makes most of us happy and life is no different in aged care – that’s why Regis has always welcomed friendly animals into our homes to improve residents’ health and well-being.

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Regis Celebrates Nurses on International Nurses Day 2019

Regis Celebrates Nurses on International Nurses Day 2019

Regis Hornsby, Welcome to Country ceremony

Regis Hornsby held a Welcome to Country ceremony hosted by Uncle Laurie, a local Guringai man…

The Thursday ‘Chop Chop’ group at Regis Cranbourne

The Thursday ‘Chop Chop’ group at Regis Cranbourne has been running for over a decade …

Port Coogee Interactive Wildlife Experience

Regis Port Coogee celebrated Australia Day with an interactive wildlife experience held in the facility gardens …

Moorabbin Aviation Museum visit

Regis Dandenong North residents had an enjoyable day trip to the Moorabbin Aviation Museum …

Sizzling Seniors

Sizzling Seniors is one of the enthusiastically attended groups at the Regis Day Therapy Centre – Nedlands …

Indonesian cultural visit to Regis Tiwi

Regis Tiwi was delighted by a cultural visit arranged by the Indonesian Consulate …

Botanica: Village Among the Oak Trees

Regis residents had an exclusive preview of Botanica: Village Among the Oak Trees …

Motorcycle visit, Regis Hurstville

Regis Hurstville resident Phillis’ son brought his motorcycle collection for residents and staff to enjoy …

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award participants volunteer at Regis

Local students have chosen to complete the community service component of their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with Regis …

volunteer Alan made a special visit to Regis Tiwi

Over the holidays a timely visitor was seen at Regis Tiwi …

Samoys visit Regis Blackburn

egis Blackburn welcomed a troop of Samoys for their third annual visit …

Coogee Beach Surf Lifesaving Club Nippers

Regis Port Coogee has been supporting the Coogee Beach Surf Lifesaving Club Nippers …

Lepines horses at Regis Blackburn

In the lead up to the holidays, the Lepines horses made their annual visit to Regis Blackburn …

Service Excellence – Recognising Regis People Supporting Customers and Families Finalist

Service Excellence – Recognising Regis People Supporting Customers and Families category is one of the most prestigious and difficult awards to win…

Bring your Dog to Work Day

On Friday, the Melbourne Support Office enjoyed ‘Bring your Dog to Work Day’…

Clinical Excellence Award Finalist

Pavithra, Clinical Support Team Member is one of the finalists in the Outstanding Clinical Excellence Award…

102nd birthday at Regis Dandenong North

Anastasia celebrated her 102nd birthday at Regis Dandenong North last week…

Halloween Celebrations

Regis sites across the country have been busy dressing up and decorating their homes for Halloween…

Regis Bunbury Farmyard Day

The Regis Bunbury team played host to a petting zoo…

Volunteer of the Year Finalist

The Volunteer of the Year Award recognises the vital role that volunteers play in our resident’s quality of life…

Golfing Greats at Regis Birkdale

Golfing greats at Regis Birkdale have built a mini-golf course…

Regis Birkdale, Bulimba and Wynnum Host a Visiting Chef

Every month Regis Birkdale, Bulimba and Wynnum host a visiting chef for an interactive cooking show…

Regis Milpara Cooking Demonstration

This week Chef Andrew from Regis Milpara came out of the kitchen to share the cooking experience with residents…

Where Generations Meet

Regis Armadale has initiated a “Generations Meet” program with Kids Time Early Learning Centre Caulfield North.

Supporting those in Need

Regis Salisbury aged care facility staff joined the local community to help a local in need.

Myrtles Potting Shed

Regis Wynnum officially opened “Myrtles Potting Shed” on 25th May 2018 in honour of Myrtle, a former resident who loved orchids and pottering.

Sippy Downs Visit to Buderim Equestrian and Pony Club

Over recent months the residents, families and staff of Regis Sippy Downs aged care facility have developed a connection with the members and horses of the nearby Buderim Equestrian and Pony Club.

Talented Solo Violinist Performs at Armadale

Regis Armadale welcomed the talented Havah Klajn, a solo violinist to perform a mini concert to Regis aged care facility residents as well as her grandparents who were in the audience.

Care Home Welcomes Kinder Kids

Regis’ intergenerational programs focus on building meaningful and fun friendships with the youth and the elderly from our care homes.

Regis Cranbourne Relay for Dementia

Regis Cranbourne recently put on their collective walking shoes for a relay at the Cranbourne care home.

Celebrating 58 years of marriage – Vonda & Leon

A couple married for 58 years, Vonda and Leon recently renewed their vows in a ceremony held at Regis Tasmania- Eastern Shore aged care home. They were joined by a small group of their closest family and friends…

Regis Welcomes Students from Intergenerational Program

Regis believes in welcoming the local community into our facilities with a variety of programs including the much loved inter-generational programs…

Cruising to Mooloolaba

Regis Sippy Downs aged care facility organised a fantastic day cruise for residents, destination The Wharf Mooloolaba.

Celebrating Our Residents – Dr Kandasamy Arunachalam

The first impression one gets from meeting Dr Kandasamy Arunachalam (Aru) is one of deep inner strength and peaceful inner balance.

Regis Wishes You a Scary All Hallows’ Eve…

Trick or Treat? Halloween or All Hallows’ Eve as it’s sometimes called, is a 2000 year old Celtic festival that young and old still take a morbid delight in worldwide…

Gorgeous Greyhound Steve Visits Regis Greenmount

Gorgeous greyhound Steve is bringing a smile to the faces of residents at Regis Greenmount aged care home as part of our Therapy Dog Program.

Community Family Fun Day at Wynnum

Regis Wynnum was happy to host a Family Fun Day for community and family members. The event brought together numerous individuals…

Foodies Delight – 31 Days of Culture

Staff and residents at Regis Cranbourne recently celebrated 31 Days of Culture. The initiative by Cranbourne lifestyle team saw staff and residents dress in traditional…

A Social Heart & Personalised Care

Lifestyle staff at Regis Fawkner care home support residents with a variety of lifestyle activities to choose from whether its arts, bingo, day trips or simply a leisurely stroll…

Winning Team at Gatton

Residents at Regis Gatton aged care home are known to have green thumbs so when Lockyer Valley Regional Council held a Garden Competition…

The 100 Exhibition

Students from 100 schools were paired with centenarians from across Melbourne who participated in the 100 Exhibition an art project…

Let’s Talk Pirate Today – Regis Greenbank

Ahoy me hearties! Regis residents along with some enthusiastic staff from Regis Greenbank aged care home organised a fundraiser for International Let’s Talk Like A Pirate Day.

Aged Care Residents Visit Brisbane City Hall

Regis Yeronga aged care home recently organised a day trip to City Hall in Brisbane. Resident’s were excited by the chance to tour City Hall learning the history of the building…

Beamz Aged Care Lifestyle Initiative Gatton

Residents at Regis aged care facility in Gatton connect with ‘Beamz’ music therapy program  twice week and are excited to make music with this new technology.

Celebrating Our Residents – The Brydens

Regis is celebrating International Day for Older Persons 2017 by sharing stories from some of our remarkable residents! Here’s a little insight into the lives of John & Lesley Bryden…

Celebrating Our Residents – Trainer Barry Miller

Regis Sandgate- Griffith resident Barry Miller is just one of the fascinating people residing at this aged care home Brisbane…

Celebrating Our Residents – Mrs Phyllis Blackmore

A resident at Regis Hollywood Village, Mrs. Phyllis Blackmore is a gentle soul living at this retirement living community in Perth, WA since 1991.

A high tea party with new friends

Regis Sippy Downs and Regis Kuluin care homes teamed up with their local RSL to throw a spectacular high tea.

Aged Care Homes Start Family Support Café Initiative

Regis’ initial trial of the Esprit Café at Regis North Dandenong in 2016 was met with an overwhelming positive response. The Esprit Café invites people into a warm and inviting setting in an aged care home to have a cup of coffee.

Celebrating A Year of Care – Regis East Malvern

Regis East Malvern recently celebrated its birthday with activities and celebrations marking the day the aged care home opened its doors one year ago…

Regis Port Stephens Ladies Gala Day

Regis Port Stephen recently sponsored their 9th Ladies Gala Day at Horizon’s Golf Resort in support of community palliative care services…

Bob’s Brush with Creativity

Robert is a resident at Regis Sandgate aged care facility in Brisbane. After retiring some 23 years ago ‘Bob’ started painting as a way to express himself creatively…

Lino Printing Class at Regis Kingswood

The lino printing class at Regis Kingswood is taught by an enthusiastic artist and volunteer Marika. The weekly class uses a particular technique to create art…

Residents at Shenley Manor Celebrate French Culture

Regis Shenley Manor aged care facility in Camberwell recently hosted a French themed cheese and wine event. Guests were entertained by a solo violinist…

Students Adopt a Grandparent at Regis Hornsby

Students from Abbotsleigh Junior School in Upper North Shore of Sydney have become a much love part of Regis Hornsby with the community Adopt-a-Grandparent initiative program.

Ageing with Attitude – Regis Port Stephens

Ladies Audrey and Maize (99 years old) from Regis Port Stephen’s have a bit of fun at a special photo shoot for the newly developed Regis Port Stephen’s Calendar initiative.  

Aged Care Residents Celebrate Ekka

Queenslanders recently celebrated the 140th annual Royal Queensland Show locally known as ‘Ekka’ which attracts some 400,000 visitors each year…

PARO creator Mr Shibata Visits Melbourne Aged Care Home

Regis Dandenong North recently welcomed Mr Takanori Shibata the creator of PARO the therapeutic robotic harp seal. PARO is an advanced interactive robot…

Care Home Hosts Biggest Morning Tea

Regis Sandringham aged care lifestyle team recently organised a Biggest Morning Tea as part of the Cancer Council Australia annual fundraiser…

Aged Care Inter-facility Lifestyle Activities Melbourne

Regis Frankston and Regis Cranbourne facilities in Melbourne are proud to announce Cranbourne as the deserving winner from Regis’ aged care lifestyle ‘Sports Day’ initiative…

The Art of Flower Arranging Not Lost

Regis Bunbury aged care residents have been treated to fresh flowers over winter. The WA based aged care facility has initiated this ongoing program which has become a favourite…

Aged Care Home Celebrates with High Tea

Every year, Alawarra Lodge in Blackburn South celebrates the Queen’s Birthday and this year residents decided to mark the occasion with a High Tea…

Brass Band a Hit with Aged Care Residents

Regis Armadale recently hosted an afternoon with one of Melbourne’s premier entertainment groups- the ‘Huffers & Puffers’ brass band.

Lilian Celebrates a Special 100 Years Young Birthday

Regis’ aged care facility Regis Cranbourne celebrated a special birthday this month with resident Lilian Dahlenburn turning 100 years young.

Avid Music Lovers Embrace Music Therapy Classes

Regis Burnside Lodge residents are avid music lovers. As such the music therapy class at the Adelaide based aged care…

Regis’ Residents Build Friendships – Intergenerational Program

Students from Orchard Grove Primary School have given their green fingers a workout to help residents of Regis’ aged care facility Alawarra Lodge…

Care Home Transforms to Rock n Roll Diner

Regis Kuluin hosted a Rock ‘n’ Roll themed event for residents recently with Regis’ marvellous staff transforming the facility café into a classic America diner.

Aged Care Sports Day Initiative – Melbourne

Regis’ aged care facilities Regis Cranbourne and Regis Frankston in Melbourne have recently started an inter-facility sports day.

Eileen Explains What Home Care Means to Her

Regis Home Care ensures my husband and I am comfortably living at home with as little stress as possible…

Aged Care Art Installation Regis Embleton

Regis Embleton aged care facility recently started an art project with residents, volunteers and community members creating a unique art installation with an animals of flight theme.

Adelaide Aged Care Art Therapy Project

Residents from our aged care facilities in Adelaide attended a celebratory art exhibit featuring works of art from Regis’ art therapy project at Regis Marleston.

Aged Care Fundraiser Regis Bulimba

Regis Bulimba aged care residents, visitors and staff started a fundraising initiative 3 weeks ago for Bowel Cancer Awareness month.

Aged Care Centre East Malvern Hosts Vintage Car Show

Recently the local Malvern Alfa Romeo Vintage Car Club held a small car show for our aged care centre Regis East Malvern. Residents marvelled at the beautifully restored Alfa Romeo cars from various eras on display.

Aged Care Lifestyle Program Sees Residents Visit Bribie Island

Residents at Regis Caboolture in Queensland enjoyed a day of leisure and adventure visiting Bribie Island for an aged care lifestyle outing.

Aged Care Residents Boat Ride Through Crocodile Infested Waters

Regis Whitfield aged care facility in Cairns recently arranged a lifestyle outing at the infamous Hartley Creek Crocodile Farm. Hartley Farm is an eco-adventure attraction with teeth…

Residents Get Animated in Lifestyle Puppetry Group

Regis partnered with allied health care specialist Health Strong at the start of the year to utilize a resource kit to promote engagement and well-being.

Aged Care Community Opens Gallery for a Day

Regis’ aged care home Greenmount’s recent inaugural art show allowed residents an opportunity to showcase their artistic flare to family and the local community members.

Aged Care Resident Elsie Discovers a Love for Art at 95

Elsie started Art Therapy classes at Regis Shenley Manor 5 years ago when an art therapy student gave Elise, then aged 95, a colouring book on the Maya and Inca civilization.

Aged Care Home Family Fun Day

Regis Frankston residents were delighted to invite family and friends over to share in a day of family fun. An afternoon tea was held at the aged care facility accompanied by lively entertainers the Mason Brothers.

Aged Care Intergenerational Program Rallies for a Good Cause

Recently residents from Port Macquarie attended the Teddy Bear Picnic hosted by St Columba Anglican School.

Home care is vitally important to my wellbeing – Brian

Regis’ Home Care assists the local communities providing essential in-home care options for older Australians. Brian Butt is one of Regis Home Care Darwin clients who needed a little extra help when leaving hospital last year.

Port Macquarie aged care residents receive a cool treat

The music of the ice cream van during the long hot summers of youth is a sound that is familiar to many. The residents of aged care facility Regis Port Macquarie, on the NSW Central Coast…

Residents take a day trip to Mount Lofty in SA

Regis aged care residents at Regis Marleston in South Australia enjoy nothing more then a good scenic drive.

Food for all seasons at Regis aged care homes

At Regis we know how important nutritious and wholesome food is to the dining experience as well as catering to residents dietary needs. As such, Regis has a dedicated National Catering Team…

ANZAC Day Memorial Service at Regis Port Stephens

ANZAC Day commemoratory services are held across Regis’ aged care facilities every year to remember the sacrifice of Australian’s and New Zealanders who served and died in wars, conflict and peacekeeping operations.

Aged Care Home Hosts a Community Twilight Fete

Dusk at Regis’ aged care home in Greenbank Queensland brought together the local community as well as some novel market delights with a vibrant evening fete hosted by Regis Greenbank.

Chad Morgan entertains at Regis Caboolture

Residents at aged care facility Regis Caboolture, on the Sunshine Coast, were thrilled to have recently been entertained by country music legend Chad Morgan.

A remarkable life ‘Mary Callaghan’

Our aged care facility Regis Whitfield in Cairns, Queensland has marked the 100th birthday of a remarkable woman Mary Callaghan…

Aged care home hosts fair to support Bourke Street Fund

Regis aged care home in Blackburn held a Community Fair to raise money for the Bourke Street Fund supporting families who lost loved ones during the tragedy. Regis Blackburn welcomed families, friends and community…

Meet ‘Bill’ a musical soul living in aged care

Bill Flynn, a resident at Regis Sandgate-Musgrave recently agreed to an interview to impart some wisdom, some history, and some of his passion for music…

Aged care residents find their own rhythm

Victorian aged care facility Regis Shenley Manor has found a musical way to spend mornings with an interactive music session held at the facility on a monthly basis. The session starts off with the facilitator…

Residents get creative with self expression, exploring new image-making abilities

Residents at aged care facility Regis North Fremantle embrace self expression with a new arts lifestyle program designed to explore emotions through artistic expression.

Meet Amy one of Regis’ in-home support carers giving back

Amy Stewart is one of Regis’ Home Support Workers in our newly launched service in Cairns (QLD). As someone who personally knows the importance of receiving in-home care for a loved one, Amy is now ready to give back…

Aged care residents dance their way to Italian Fiesta

Every second Wednesday Regis Ringwood aged care home welcomes residents, families, staff and local Italian community members to the dance floor. The theme is an Italian Fiesta style event with traditional folk music, vibrant dance moves and palpable jubilation from attendees.

Music to Regis’ ears

Residents at Regis Wynnum were enthralled watching a performance from Ormiston Pipe & Drum Band at a mini-concert held at the aged care facility last month…

Batik Painting Workshop Comes to Aged Care Facility in Darwin

Aged care residents at Regis Tiwi in Darwin were treated to a workshop to learn the painting style of Batik…

Redlynch aged care home creates a new program for dementia care

Regis has a new initiative, enhancing aged care living in the Dementia Specific Unit at Regis Redlynch. Redlynch offers a variety of aged care lifestyle programs for residents and they recently embarking on a journey…

Aged care residents break out the green for St Patrick’s Day

Regis residents around Australia celebrated St Patrick’s Day with a mix of Irish music, traditional nibbles and Guinness.

Aged care resident Mrs Lam shares her experience at Regis Hurstville

Ying Lam has been a resident at Regis Hurstville since March 2016. In the past 12 months, we have seen this determined and optimistic woman grow stronger, which shows that age isn’t a barrier to living a full life…

Animals provide companionship to residents in Regis aged care facilities

Our aged care homes have always welcomed friendly animals to help bring joy and reduce anxiety and stress in our resident’s daily lives. Volunteers generously give their time…

Aged care residents jubilantly celebrate Chinese New Year

This month Regis aged care facilities celebrated the Chinese New Year with events typifying traditional Chinese cultural celebrations…

Aussie wildlife visit aged care residents at Regis Macleod

To celebrate Australia Day Regis Macleod aged care facility had a visit from Vince at Aussie Wildlife Displays who brought along a fascinating selection of…

Art Therapy at Regis Brighton

Residents in the dementia specific unit at Regis Brighton learn how to improve their concentration through painting mandala circles. The word “mandala” comes from the classic Indian language of Sanskrit, meaning “circle.”

New Regis Home Care Services Eastern Metro Melbourne & Cairns

Regis is one of Australia’s largest aged care providers with 53 facilities nationally. Our focus has always been to provide high quality aged care services and we have gained a vast amount of expertise in this area.

Bestselling Author Visits Regis

Residents at our aged care facility, Regis Gatton were delighted to welcome one of Amazon’s bestselling authors last week. C.T. Mitchell is an acclaimed author of mystery, thriller and suspense novels.

A Season of Festivities at Regis

Our Regis residents’, staff, resident families, volunteers and local communities celebrated the festive season with eclectic Christmas events held at Regis facilities across Australia. Our amazing lifestyle staff organised…

Regis East Malvern Celebrates with Opening Ceremony

The official opening of our new aged care facility Regis East Malvern took place Thursday, 27 October. The cocktail event took place within the huge gallery foyer of the superb state-of-the-art residence.

A Special Performance for Mum

World renowned conductor and violinist for the Johann Strauss Ensemble, Russell McGregor performed a special concert at Regis Armadale on Wednesday 27th July. The residents were delighted by…

Regis North Fremantle – Open Day 14 July

Regis North Fremantle located in Western Australia will open in doors on Thursday, 14 July. This new state-of-the-art aged care facility provides a range of Club Services while catering to…

Regis Lakeside has a new valued member of the family, PARO

Regis Lakeside has a new valued member of the family, PARO. This robotic seal or ‘carebot’ as they are commonly referred to was first introduced on a trial basis…

Minister attends Art Therapy book launch at Regis Shenley Manor

The MP for Hawthorn, John Pesutto, attended the Art Therapy book launch at Regis Shenley Manor in Camberwell, Victoria. The art featured in the book showcased resident talent with the creative concept by resident John Sweet…