Royal Freemasons switched on
A second mini-series of “Royal Freemasons – Homes that Care” went to air on Channel 31 in September 2014. The new series followed on from the success of the first mini-series, which boasted a viewing audience of almost 90,000 across three time slots. The second series also aired over three time slots, putting staff, customers […]
Black-tie birthday celebration for Redmond Park
Royal Freemasons’ first premium retirement living service, Redmond Park, has blown out the candles on its fifth birthday cake. To celebrate the anniversary, a cocktail party was held on 5th October. Residents, staff and guests attended the black-tie event, hosted by Facility Manager, Natalie Webb, and catered by staff. Resident Judy Jans took centre stage […]
Customer Mentor Program
This new program in development aims to provide peer support to customers as they enter care whether that be at home, in an independent living setting or residential care. This builds on early outcomes from the ‘Transitions into Aged Care’ research led by Deakin University with participation from Royal Freemasons and the existing resident buddy […]
Care, Success and Growth – our Year in Review
At the heart of our One Mission is a simple promise: to ensure that our customers live a secure, dignified and rewarding life. In 2013-14 we built on that long-standing tradition by introducing a range of new, client-focused initiatives, particularly in the areas of quality care and accommodation. We improved the quality of our care […]
Celebration of Life Program
The ‘Celebration of Life Program’ was developed to celebrate the lives of the residents who have died during the previous year. It is about remembering and honouring them with their families and those individuals who have touched their lives during their stay at Royal Freemasons. Staff also grieve the relationships that are lost as it […]
Coppin Centre Aged Care Apartments
The top floor of the main building of the Royal Freemasons aged care facility, Coppin Centre in Melbourne, is undergoing a major refurbishment. The unprecedented demand for high quality, ageing-in-place services in the area of inner Melbourne is driving this refurbishment project which involves a building program comprising: Relocation of Day Therapy from Level 3 […]
The advantage of staying in touch
There is mounting evidence that older persons can gain enormous benefit from the use of digital technology. Royal Freemasons launched a fundraising Appeal in the Summer of 2013 aimed at equipping residents with digital tablets. The benefits of this technology are directly related to health, in the form of information and social engagement by allowing […]
