News: Staff
From Our CEO
* 4 June 2019 * Flu Season is Here Now! This year’s flu season is of great concern to us with government statistics showing that it is one of the worst on record. I cannot emphasise enough how important it is for everyone to have their flu vaccination. We are all part of the ‘herd’ and...
The New Standards and Person-Centred Care
* 27 May 2019 * The most significant impact that the new Aged Care Quality Standards (coming into force on 1 July) will have on our community is the increasing role that residents and home care consumers will play in directing their own care and supports. The new Standards encourage true ‘Person-Centred Care’, where: Each...
CEO’s Christmas Message
* 3 December 2018 * The last part of the year is always a busy time for the organisation, with the Saluting Excellence Conference and staff awards, Remembrance Day commemorations and the AGM, as well as events in the community, such as the AFL Grand Final, the Melbourne Show and the Melbourne Cup adding to...
Saluting Excellence Conference 2018 – ordinary people doing extraordinary things
9 November 2018 Staff, sponsors and guests enjoyed a wonderful day of celebration and inspiration, at this year’s ‘Saluting Excellence’ Staff conference at Leonda by the Yarra. The staff conference recognises and celebrates the work of our staff and provides a public platform for award winners to be presented with their prizes. This year’s winners...
Senior MasterChef Challenge 2018
11 September 2018 Vasey RSL Care’s Senior MasterChef Challenge is a highlight on our annual calendar and this year’s event lived up to expectations. The Wizard of OZ is a classic which hit the big screens in Australia in 1940, during World War II and at a time when hearts, brains and courage were greatly...
Message from the CEO – Spring 2018
11 September 2018 — Despite my Russian start to life, winter is my least favourite time of year and I’m very happy it’s now over. We’ve had plenty to brighten up our winter months and bring us cheer, with Hero’s Wishes being fulfilled, our Senior MasterChef Challenge and a host of other events and activities...
Saluting Excellence Conference – Sponsorship Opportunities
Monday 23 July 2018 Saluting Excellence Staff Conference 2018 When? Thursday 25 October Where? Leonda by the Yarra, Hawthorn Vasey RSL Care holds an annual ‘Saluting Excellence Staff Conference’ to recognise and celebrate the work our staff members do, and to provide inspiration for our whole community to ensure the best possible support...
Saluting Excellence Awards – Now open for Nominations
2 July 2018 Do you know a staff member who goes above and beyond? Do you see a colleague who always exemplifies excellence? Are you inspired by someone who works at Vasey RSL Care? If so, they sound like the ideal candidate for the Vasey RSL Care ‘Saluting Excellence Awards‘ which recognise staff achievement. Nominations...
ANZAC Day marked around Vasey RSL Care’s Homes & Villages
10 May 2018 Commemorating those who died in service of our country, Vasey RSL Care’s residents, family and friends, staff and volunteers, came together for services on ANZAC Day. Vasey RSL Care Brighton Vasey RSL Care Brighton East Vasey RSL Care Bundoora Vasey RSL Care Frankston South Vasey RSL Care Ivanhoe Vasey RSL...
Don’t tempt fate: vaccinate!
9 April 2018 The influenza (flu) season is upon us and this year’s new flu vaccination is now available. If you’ve ever had flu, you’ll know exactly how unpleasant it can be and how much worse it is than a common cold. While it is a wholly unpleasant experience for the majority of people, sadly,...