Helen Walker’s life at ECH’s retirement village in Micham, is a testament to how retirement can be one of life’s most enriching chapters. She epitomises ECH’s ethos of getting more out of life.
A highly accomplished professional, Helen has played a pivotal role in shaping healthcare in Australia. Her distinguished career includes nursing leadership positions in palliative care at Mary Potter Hospice, Cabrini Palliative Care in Melbourne and Laurel Hospice at Flinders Medical Centre. She has Board Director experience and is now Deputy Presiding Officer of the SA VAD Review Board.
Helen channels her passion for progress into her role as Chair of ECH’s Consumer Advisory Board she continues to contribute to the community with vigour and purpose, advocating for empowered and inclusive aging.
More than her professional achievements, Helen is defined by her zest for life and deep appreciation for the supportive environment ECH provides.
“I just love living here,” Helen says. “It’s friendly, and my home is beautifully located close to everything I need.”
ECH also provides practical support that makes a real difference in her day-to-day life. “I have Mohammed coming once a fortnight, which is glorious. He does the floors and bathroom, and I dust.”
Helen spends her days doing what she loves, from the Fit for Life program at College Grove, where she works up a sweat and enjoys coffee with the group afterwards, to book clubs, choir rehearsals and art house films at the Palace Nova. An avid reader with a passion for history and podcasts, Helen’s curiosity keeps her learning and growing.
Helen feels safe, supported and part of a community that values her. “ECH is very progressive, always moving forward, and it recognises that we come with a wealth of life experience and are still contributing,” she says.
For Helen Walker, living at ECH is not just about retirement. It’s about thriving, growing and embracing every opportunity to truly get more out of life.
