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Living Independently with Vision Impairment: An ECH Client’s Story
Franca Lombardi shares her journey of maintaining independence while living with Retinitis Pigmentosa. Discover how ECH's tailored support services, assistive technologies, and social activities help people with vision impairment live fulfilling lives.
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Leading by Example: Helen Walker’s Story of Impact and Advocacy
Discover how Helen Walker continues to make a meaningful impact in retirement at ECH's Mitcham village. A distinguished healthcare professional with leadership roles in palliative care and current Deputy Presiding Officer of the SA VAD Review Board, Helen embodies active aging through her position as Chair of ECH's Consumer Advisory Board. Her vibrant lifestyle includes fitness programs, cultural activities, and community engagement, all supported by ECH's progressive approach to senior living. "ECH recognizes that we come with a wealth of life experience and are still contributing," Helen says, demonstrating how retirement can be one of life's most enriching chapters.
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Neighbours: Turning Moments into Connections
This Neighbours Day, we recognise the vital role neighbours play in fostering a sense of community and belonging. Every day at 11 o'clock, Gail and Dianne gather with their neighbours under the pergola of their ECH retirement village in Victor Harbor, sharing baked treats and creating connection. "It's the interaction, it's the being together," that Gail loves most about the daily morning tea.
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Meet Aash: Growing Community Through the ECH Community Garden
From Isolation to Connection: How ECH Community Garden Transformed Aash's Life After Loss. Discover how a widow found healing, purpose and friendship through gardening and community activities at ECH's Laidlaw Street garden in Henley Beach, proving it's never too late to rebuild and find joy through meaningful connections.
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Your Voice Matters
At ECH, we value your voice. Through our Consumer Advisory Body, Quality Improvement Committee, and Resident Advisory Group, we actively listen to community feedback to enhance our accommodation and services. Learn how consumer representatives like Helen Walker and Darryl Cotter are helping shape improvements in communication systems, scheduling, and more. Your ideas and experiences are invaluable to our continuous improvement process.
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Tips for Downsizing with Prue of Tree and Tribe
Moving from a large family home to a smaller retirement living space can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, it can also be liberating. Prue, director of Tree and Tribe, works closely with the ECH team to style homes for sale. She shares her top tips for making downsizing easier.
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ECH Partnership with The Violet Initiative
Dear ECH families, In line with our commitment to fulfilling our mission of supporting and enhancing the well-being of our clients, their families, and our dedicated staff, particularly during life's final stages; we’re proud to announce that we have partnered with The Violet Initiative. Our partnership aligns perfectly with our…
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Minister for Health and Aged Care Visits ECH Wellness Centre and Crichton Court Village
The Minister for Health and Aged Care recently visited ECH, recognizing its commitment to exceptional aged care services. During the visit, ECH highlighted its innovative programs that support the wellbeing of older Australians, ensuring quality care and community engagement.
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ECH Celebrates Successful Theatre and Book Club Events with the State Theatre Company of South Australia
Residents and clients enjoyed a successful partnership with the State Theatre Company, attending special performances of The Puzzle and book club discussions around Great Expectations. ECH remains dedicated to offering enriching cultural experiences.
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Winter Bus Trips: A Season of Exploration and Fun
ECH’s winter bus trips were a huge success, with residents exploring destinations like Monarto Safari Park and Langhorne Creek. Recent outings featured tours of vineyards, cultural spots, and unique wildlife experiences, leaving participants with lasting memories.