This year on ANZAC Day, we honour the sacrifice made by our residents who have been involved in active service. Holmwood Aged Care resident, Ray Cook, shares with us his service in the army and memories from his time...
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We are excited to announce the completion of the renovation renovation in the Coranderrk House. The House features 11 newly renovated residential rooms, and is connected to a inviting communal lounge and dining areas and an outdoor courtyard. Each...
Strong family connections are important in our lives, and as we grow older having a close-knit family becomes even more special. Holmwood Aged Care resident, Joy Wall, reflects on the good times she spent with her family throughout her...
Ever wondered what life at our home looks like? For residents at Holmwood Aged Care, no two days are the same. With a range of activities and events happening round the clock, there’s always something for residents to look...
At Holmwood Aged Care, we love animals. We welcome pets into our home as it helps residents with their mental health by decreasing stress and anxiety, helps to combat loneliness and brings a lot of joy. We have a...
At Holmwood, exercise and movement are a large part of the leisure and lifestyle program designed to enhance strength, coordination and balance, and increase social activity in residents. Our Move It or Lose It program is a resident driven...
Loneliness in older adults is not only socially isolating but can also have a serious effect on health. Did you know that social isolation is associated with an approximately 50% increased risk of dementia and other medical conditions? It’s...
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and this year the theme of, ‘Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s’ highlights the importance of support for people living with dementia, and their families, following a diagnosis. The dedicated team is highly experienced and provides...
World Music Day is about coming together to celebrate the world of music and the joy and peace it brings to lives. At Holmwood Aged Care residents thoroughly enjoy regular music events and benefit from the happiness that music...
At Holmwood, there are many fun and exciting activities, but a clear resident favourite is bingo. Did you know, this highly competitive and addictive game has been around for more than 490 years? Bingo also has some hidden health...