Over Christmas we pushed ahead with our Virtual Choir program which been beneficial in managing the current COVID specific challenges .The virtual choir is another way of connecting residents socially while also improving wellbeing and mental health. camdencourier.com.au/story/7055039/…

Whiddon has now doubled its capacity in the beautiful town of Kyogle which means we are now providing care to twice as many residents and employing twice as many people from within the local community. Great to have our official opening this month and share the day with everyone.

Whiddon cares for 1,800 residents in our homes. 1,000 of our residents are still waiting to receive their COVID vaccination. Half of our homes don’t even have a vaccination schedule. Employees are not even on the radar! abc.net.au/7.30/calls-for…

We know loneliness is bad for our health & can make us more vulnerable to physical & mental health issues. We've joined w/ Ending Loneliness Together to address the growing problem of loneliness among Australians: bit.ly/39S2Vpi #isolation #endingloneliness #agedcare

The Mysterious Case of the Missing Husband” was filmed on location at Whiddon Redhead, involving our team and starring numerous residents. COVID won’t slow us down! The film will soon be released to the public during the NSW Seniors Festival (we will share it with you soon after)

We’ve launched Everyday Heroes to shine a spotlight on the people in aged care who should be so proud of the beautiful outcomes that they are responsible for. To find out more or to nominate a Whiddon Everyday Hero, visit: bit.ly/2QIMNQs #agedcare #recognition #Whiddon

Happy 104th May! To celebrate Mays incredible birthday and 5 inspiring years with Whiddon, May became our 1st honorary team member! This recognises her continual involvement in all things Whiddon. So at the next opportunity, raise a glass to May and the inspiration she brings!

A residential aged care provider in Sydney's south-west is trialling 10 minute COVID-19 rapid tests. The 2-week trial at Whiddon Aged Care, which started this week, will test the effectiveness of the rapid PCR tests for over 800 employees. Chris Mamarelis abc.net.au/radionational/…

We're thrilled to be LASA Excellence in Age Services #Awards finalists in 3 categories. #Whiddon in the Organisation Award, Michael Monteleone for Next Gen Young Leader & Rebecca Elks for Rising Star. We're proud to be finalists, & of Michael, Rebecca & our entire team!

Happy #AgedCareEmployeeDay! We are proud to have created this national day and thrilled to see it celebrated so widely across the nation now. To every single aged care employee - you are true hero - this day is for you!

We're proud to partner with Pantonic Health in a trial using Rapid PCR technology that can accurately detect COVID through samples taken onsite, in just 90 minutes. We hope to see these devices approved, funded and available in all aged care services across the nation.

Aged care providers are asking the Commonwealth to support new PCR tests that deliver results in 90 minutes. CEO of Whiddon, Chris Mamarelis, said the devices eliminate the need to wait for lab test results and can reduce workforce shortages. abc.net.au/radionational/…

There's a new push for rapid PCR COVID-19 tests to be rolled out in aged care homes. The shoebox-sixed kit allows swabs to be processed on-site rather than at a lab and provides results in 90 minutes with 99.1% accuracy.

ON NOW: Aged Care provider Whiddon CEO Chris Mamarelis on why Aged Care facilities need rapid PCR tests listnr.com/podcasts/austr…

Aged Care providers are calling for Rapid PCR Tests to help control covid outbreaks Whiddon CEO Chris Chris Mamarelis says the implementation of Rapid PCR Tests means workers could get back to work in 90 mins rather than waiting up to a week for PCR results omny.fm/shows/australi…

Big tick for rapid PCR test. Details here ow.ly/bCya50HXhjY Chris Mamarelis

Finally a chance to celebrate our incredible team! Smiles, laughs and sunshine and a lot of people just happy to see each other under normal conditions! No it’s not over yet, but we sure as hell can take the time to thank and celebrate the achievements of our amazing people !

At 105, May Harrison may be Australia's oldest COVID survivor. But experts warn risk of reinfection is real abc.net.au/news/2022-05-2…

Beautiful stuff - thank you Glenwood PS for your beautiful video and well wishes to your grandbuddies on our 75th Anniversary - it means a lot!!

Some Aged Care operators have labelled last week's Fair Work ruling that will see workers pay increased by 15%, "insulting and disappointing". There's no deadline for the increase & there are concerns it won't stop staff leaving the sector. Chris Mamarelis abc.net.au/radionational/…