Following up on our recent post celebrating the impact of our aged care workforce in its entirety, we are taking this opportunity to spotlight some of the many groups of dedicated people who help to make Leigh Place a safe,…
Category: Community
Welcome to Roundabout Café!
We are delighted to announce the soft opening of the Roundabout Café, our exclusive members-only venue at Leigh Place Aged Care! Beginning Wednesday, August 7, the café will be open every Wednesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.…
Leigh Place Mini Markets
In June, Leigh Place will hold a Mini Markets, bringing together our residents, staff, family, and friends for a day of fun. Scheduled for Friday, 14th of June 2024 from 10 am to 3 pm, the Markets provides an opportunity…
Celebrating National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, held from 20 to 26 May 2024. This special event highlights the important role of volunteers in our community and invites people not currently volunteering to become involved. Established in…
Technology Innovation in Aged Care
Technology is transforming the way that we support and empower older adults to live fulfilling and independent lives across the residential aged care sector. From personalised care solutions to fostering social connections, technology is reshaping the landscape of senior living…
The importance of Hand Hygiene
At Leigh Place, the health and safety of our residents is our top priority. Proper hand hygiene practices are essential for protecting our residents from common infections such as colds, flu, and gastrointestinal illnesses. By ensuring that all staff members,…
Choosing the right Aged Care Provider
At Leigh Place, we recognise that the decision to move into residential aged care is a major one. To that end, we warmly welcome potential residents, families, and friends to visit us and learn more about our community and the…
Our Residents & Social Wellbeing
Social Wellness, is a key dimension of wellness that contributes to health, happiness, and overall quality of life, and it is therefore an important area of focus at Leigh Place. Research clearly demonstrates that strong social networks help all people…
Music Therapy at Leigh Place
As part of our Music Therapy programme, students from Western Sydney University (Masters of Creative Music Therapy) visit our residents each week. Through the therapeutic use of music - improvised, composed, and arranged to meet the needs of individuals and…
Why work in aged care?
Working in aged care offers a career path that is both fulfilling and rewarding, providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older members of our community. Aged care offers a wide variety of roles, from…