Video Hits
A Royal Freemasons YouTube site was launched in February as part of a strategy to inform the community about accommodation options and the quality of care. The comprehensive site features stories and images captured during the filming of the ‘Royal Freemasons Homes that Care’ television series for Channel 31, along with video footage of staff, […]
The ANZAC memory lives on
World War II veteran and Coppin Lodge resident Frank Williams was among those to honour the spirit of the Anzacs and the centenary of Gallipoli in April. The 96-year-old was driven in Melbourne’s Anzac Day march, in a 1916 Morris Cowley open vehicle, with his son, Rob, sitting behind him. He enjoyed a wonderful day […]
Open Day a time to celebrate achievements and ‘thank you’
Deputy Grand Master, RWBro. Donald Reynolds and partner Mya G.Grayly embrace Paro and the “Seal Appeal” 2015. Animal Farm brings joy to the young and the young at heart Royal Freemasons 2015 Open Day was held on 28 March at the Coppin Centre and included a variety of festive activities, information stalls and presentations. […]
Focus on wellness
The new Consumer Directed Care model is about working in partnership with our customers. Changes to the Home Care model are improving the organisation’s ability to enhance the health and wellbeing of those living in their own home by broadening the capabilities and expertise of our team, extending contact hours and using supporting technology. One […]
Harmonious union for choir appeal
The first Royal Freemasons community choir has raised its voice thanks to the generosity of the community through our December appeal. The ‘Royal Freemasons With One Voice Eastern’ choir was launched at Centennial Lodge in May in partnership with Creativity Australia. Residents, volunteers and families from Centennial Lodge, Darvall Lodge and Elizabeth Gardens enjoyed their […]
Pedal power
Freemasons Cycling Team which includes six members of the Canterbury Lodge have ridden for the last three years under the banner of Royal Freemasons. As part of a recent MS Day cycling fundraiser for this crippling disease, Royal Freemasons provided cycling shirts and a barbecue at Redmond Park for all riders. The team raised $1,000 […]
Web2TV at Coppin
The Web2TV service for aged care and retirement villages aims to inform, engage and entertain residents at Royal Freemasons residential care homes. The Internet Television service, being launched at Coppin Centre, is a great way to keep residents, staff and visitors informed about daily activities, visiting health services, special events and even changing kitchen menus. […]
Redmond milestone
A major milestone was cause for celebration at Redmond Park. Residents – Sid and Loretta Forsey marked their 60th wedding anniversary recently. Sid and Loretta met in 1952, while working together in the central administration area of the Post Master General’s Department. Sid (a principal lecturer at RMIT) and Loretta (a teacher and psychotherapist) retired […]
Connecting more of our world
A Royal Freemasons program to equip residents with digital tablets has been expanded following the huge success of an initial trial. Stage two of the roll-out was instigated at Springtime Sydenham where the initiative has been embraced by management and staff, and supported by volunteers. The results and growth potential of this innovative project will […]
Tapestry of care
Royal Freemasons is collaborating with the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) in a groundbreaking research project to improve care practice. Funded by the Keith and Aya Thornton Homes Fund,under the leadership of Associate Professor Sam Scherer, Royal Freemasons’ Senior Geriatrician, with academic oversight provided by Professor Stephen Gibson from NARI. NARI has provided an on-site […]
