Remembrance Day 2021

* 17 December 2021 *

Remembrance Day was marked by solemn commemorations across Vasey RSL Care’s Aged Care Homes and Ex-Service Accommodation.

Vasey RSL Care Bundoora

The residents and staff at Bundoora held their commemorations while in lockdown. The piper, bugler and speakers were outside while residents listened and watched from indoors.

Vasey RSL Care Frankston South

The Paxino Courtyard was the setting for Frankston South’s service with Commander Cameron Eastman OAM giving the address. He is pictured below with is father, Trevor. 

Vasey RSL Care Brighton

Brighton’s service was held in the Day Centre with residents (shown below), Betty reading The Ode, Sandra leading The Lord’s Prayer and our first Vietnam Veteran, Peter, reading ‘Sound the Last Post’.

Vasey RSL Care Brighton East

Flight Lieutenant Esh from the ADF gave a commemorative address for the residents and staff at Vasey RSL Care Brighton East, and chatted with residents including Pet, herself a veteran and one of the first WAAAF’s to join up.

Vasey RSL Care Cheltenham ESA

Cheltenham residents organised a service at the community hall, attended by Captain Boxer from the 5/6 Victorian Regiment Pipes & Drums and the 5/6 Royal Victorian Regiment Charlie Company provided the Catafalque party for their service of remembrance.

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Vasey RSL Care Frankston South ESA

Residents at Frankston South ESA held their service of remembrance outdoors, remembering former comrades.

Our sincere thanks go to all involved in organising and taking part in these important commemorations. We are very grateful to the ex-service community and all others for their support and involvement in these services.