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TARCOOLA VILLAGE
RODNEY PARK VILLAGE
KIALLA GARDENS VILLAGE
MARCH 2021 | ISSUE NO. 76 Post Print Approved No PP: 321998/0029
Residents Olga McDonald (left) and Anne Goicker enjoy a game of scrabble in Campbell Court. Patricia Hicks was the first resident to move
into Campbell Court at Mooroopna Place,
and was assisted by daughters Monica and
Mooroopna Place is open!
Donna.
THE 61 BED CAMPBELL COURT WING AT MOOROOPNA PLACE WAS OPENED IN
EARLY FEBRUARY WITH RESIDENTS MOVING IN OVER TWO DAYS.
There was much excitement as the hairdressers saloon up and going, Meanwhile, plans are well under
first resident - Patricia Hicks – was and Paulette is now in the swing way to open Varapodio Way on
moved into her room by daughters of things and has a steady flow of April 13 with residents starting to
Monica and Donna. Patricia gave bookings. move in to the new 40 bed wing.
her new home the thumbs up! Newly appointed Care Manager Mel
Meanwhile residents began arriving Residents are loving the breakout Thomas will be there to greet them.
by car, taxi and also by bus, with areas for smaller intimate
family and belongings in tow. gatherings, and then also utilizing Additionally, the Minister for Senior
the wide open bright spaces for Australians and Aged Care Services,
One resident couldn’t keep his group activities. Volunteers - in Senator Richard Colbeck has
enthusiasm to himself and declared particular the ukulele group – have committed to officially opening
Campbell Court “like a resort, I’ve been providing entertainment and Mooroopna Place on April 21. While
died and gone to heaven” as he music, and Ozzie the blue merle we would love to throw open the
smiled widely! border collie has been a regular doors on this day, we are still bound
visitor. by COVID-19 density quotients and
Residents, families and visitors that will determine the format for
have been settling in well over that Aneesh Jolly has been appointed this event.
period, enjoying the north facing Care Manager for Campbell Court
outlook and gorgeous gardens, and has been working with the Inquiries for Varapodio Way are
and taking time to peruse the staff to bed down systems and being taken through Admissions
Lost Mooroopna black and white processes – like any new home, Coordinator, Helen Mathieson on
photographs adorning the walls. there are things to tweak to ensure (03) 58 320 800.
everyone is comfortable.
One of the first points of order
was getting the swanky new
TARCOOLA VILLAGE I RODNEY PARK VILLAGE I KIALLA GARDENS VILLAGE
Message from the
CEO CEO Veronica Jamison catches up wth Banksia Lodge residents Edna
Harling and Roy Rowan. Photo courtesy Shepparton News.
We have come quite a way in all 500 staff a free coffee card to The Shepparton Villages board and
the last few months, but still the use at Fryers St Takeaway and Café executive staff will soon begin on
restrictions for aged care as a result in the Harris Scarfe complex – a a new strategic plan for the years
of COVID-19 remain more stringent small measure of our appreciation ahead, but we already know one of
than anywhere else. and a reminder to take a break. our key focus areas of service will
be home care and our short term
We were thrilled for our residents The 148 recommendations coming restorative care program. Both will
and their families when visitor out of the Royal Commission in to be key to future service provision for
restrictions were eased, after such Aged Care were handed down last assisting the elderly to stay living as
a long time apart and monitoring month and we are waiting on the independently as possible in their
numbers, it was great for all to able government to respond. Importantly, own home. If you or someone you
to come and go freely. this is a fortuitous opportunity know would like more information
to advocate for the sector and I on these services, our staff are
However, masks and infection encourage anyone who has the
control (hand washing etc) still more than willing to discuss options
means or connections to do so – and provide you with relevant
remain as mandatory in aged care aged care is a community concern,
facilities for all staff and visitors – information.
and we applaud those who speak up.
something I think we will see for a By the time this newsletter reaches
long time to come. We have also As we print this newsletter, we your mailbox, we will have celebrated
installed new tracking technology are still to hear when Shepparton Easter with all the profusion of
– Zipline – that streamlines the Villages residents and staff will wonderful food, celebration and
sign in and temperature checking receive the COVID-19 vaccination. activities.
process somewhat, and this will Not for profit organizations such as
soon be in use by visitors. We thank ours are awaiting the management I hope you enjoyed your Easter break.
all our visitors and residents for their of this process through the Federal Until next time,
immense patience and good will. Government. At present it is a
waiting game. Veronica Jamison
Additionally, our staff have been
beyond incredible. We recently sent CEO - Shepparton Villages
Robo Pets towards ensuring there were many
more of the furry animals to keep
The Tarcoola Support Group kindly residents company. This cat and dog
donated funds to purchase a robo – both interactive and responsive
cat and dog for Maculata Place. to touch – have been donated to
After seeing how important the robo Bertram House, where the residents
pets were to residents during the there love the company of their
COVID-19 lockdowns, the social robo pets. A huge thank you to the
Tarcoola Support Group. The robo dog and cat purcahsed for Bertram
group decided to donate funds House.
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ENRICHING LIVES
Awaiting COVID-19
vaccinations
Like everyone, we await instruction on
when our residents and staff will be
receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.
Marg Tenace, Gail O’Keefe and Kerrie Clarke Original Acacia House staff at the farewell At the time of writing, the roll out of
at the Acacia House farewell. from left, Vickie McInnes, Helen Pierce, Gail the vaccine to consenting Shepparton
O’Keeffe, Dawn Rogers, Joanne Whennan, Villages residents has not yet been
Acacia House farewell George Isles. scheduled.
Staff gathered for a farewell morning challenges as many rooms had shared Shepparton Villages and other private,
tea at Acacia House as residents and ensuites, and residents and families not for profit and standalone aged
their belongings were transferred to are seeking private rooms and single care facilities fall under the Federal
their new home, Mooroopna Place. ensuites. Government for the COVID-19
Acacia House was closed in February Years of history were shared at the vaccine program. The Government
and most residents and staff moved morning tea with some great stories of has contracted ASPEN Medical to
across to the new Campbell Court fun, laughter and tears over the years. conduct the vaccination roll out and our
wing at Mooroopna Place. The walls were covered in old photos schedule will be advised by the Murray
and staff enjoyed the walk down Primary Health Network.
The decision to close Acacia House memory lane before the closing the
came on the back of occupancy doors one last time. In preparation for the rollout to residents
we have appointed a registered nurse
clinical lead to manage and coordinate
the process and we have instigated the
consent process – much the same as
we would for the flu vaccinations.
The vaccination is not mandatory for
residents and we have encouraged
residents to discuss consent with their
family or loved ones and seek further
information from their GP.
Marjorie Polglaze enjoys the Gum View Cafe Lesley Treloar with her decorated Easter
service at Maculata Place. bunny at Hakea Lodge.
The corellas have been causing havoc at Noel Rae gets a St Pat’s tatto at Maculata Ozzie the blue heeler merle collie visits
Tarcoola. Place. Mooroopna Place.
Mooroopna Rotarians Bill Porter, Kelvin Bob Vincent, Jenni Brittain, Roza Rosegas Margaret Dempster from Hakea Lodge is
Rogash, and Robert Johnson helped build and Jim Nicker at the Banksia Lodge happy with her Easter bunny!
garden beds at Mooroopna Place. Christmas celebrations last year. www.sheppvillages.com.au | 3
03. 6 The park will incorporate some
TARCOOLA PARKLAND PROJECT exercise activities that residents
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can enjoy either on their own, or
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with the help of grandchildren or
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NEW PATHWAY CONNECTIONS
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
CHAS JOHNSON
RESERVE visiting children from local schools
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TREES OVERFLOW EVENTS SPACE
and kindergartens.
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NEW BUFFER PLANTING
JUNIOR WATERPLAY
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It is intended the park and
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PERIMETER FENCE/ PLANTING
(Around Junior Playspace) 1 MUSIC MOUND BBQ SHELTER
barbecue area will be completely
fenced off, and open during the
EPHEMERAL RIVER BED
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day for schools and young people
OPTIONAL WATER FEATURE SENIOR NATURE
10 (Ephemeral river beds ends) 3 PLAYSPACE (5-12Y) 5
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to enjoy as part of Shepparton
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(rocks/ logs adjacent to
concrete access path)
Villages’ community engagement,
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Spiire has generously come up with a concept design for the proposed Intergenerational 11
Activities Park. The final plan will be signed
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off by Shepparton
MAIN PUBLIC
Villages in consultation with
Jamison said the benefits of having
families with young children visit
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South Rotary and stakeholders.
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their loved ones in residential care
was immense.
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Intergenerational Activities Park “We know how positive that is for
residents, but the fact is, families
sometimes don’t bring young
Plans are coming together nicely The Rotary Club has secured children as aged care homes are
for the Intergenerational Activities a great deal of in-kind support traditionally quite boring for young
Park and barbecue shelter for the from various people and people.”
Tarcoola site. organisations, donations of
01. boulders and equipment and now, It is hoped that work on the park
This park and barbecue shelter has Spiire is working on the plans in will start midyear.
TARCOOLA PARKLAND
been a long time coming – with PROJECT
consultation with Shepparton
PROJECT OVERVIEW
the idea first suggested in 2019. Anyone wanting to make a tax
Villages. deductible donation towards
Since then, plans have gone from
a traditional playground concept “Rotary is proud and excited the Intergenerational Activities
PROJECT VISION
“PLAY SPACES SHOULD CATERtoFOR EVERYONE
Park can – YOUNG
do so viaAND ourOLD, FAMILIES
website,
to one that is far more appealing support
AND this playground
CARERS, AND PEOPLE project
OF ALL ABILITIES.
and possibly the first of its kind to for Shepparton Villages because www.sheppvillages.com.au or by
Design and develop a nature inspired inter-generational
playground, that promotes cognitive, social and physical
be incorporated into an aged care PLAY it willSPACES SHOULD
encourage moreBE WELCOMING
visits from contacting
interaction between the residents and staff of Shepparton
AND Jo Breen, EASY
COMFORTABLE,
Villages, their families and facilitates engagement with Executive
TO
Manager Community Engagement
children and play.
facility. DESIGN PHILOSOPHY NAVIGATE AND INTERESTING. THEY
families and especially children,” SHOULD OFFER A RANGE OF PHYSICAL
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David Earle said.TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS”.
The Tarcoola Playground Project at Chas Johnston Reserve
OPPORTUNITIES –
Thanks to the incredible passion EVERYONE CAN
will provide each of the 300 residents residing at the Villages
with the opportunity to connect with their community,
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and hard work of David Earle and neighbours, family members and the natural environment.
The inter-generational space will draw inspiration from the
the Shepparton South Rotary
surrounding environment, with water being a central theme
to the sensory experience of the space.
Club, the plans include play areas Socialisation and physical activity will be promoted through
the seamless connectivity of the Tarcoola residence with
for junior and senior children, all the nature playspaces, music mound, sheltered BBQ area,
outdoor gym and pathway network. Existing and new trees
constructed from natural materials planting will provide seasonal interest, shade and shelter
and boundary fencing and plantings will ensure all users
– huge logs and boulders, garden
feel safe and secure within the space.
The space will be flexible. Active play areas will meet with
and sensory areas, small water calming, peaceful and intimate areas for rest and reflection
and when required the space will easily accommodated
features, sand and sculptures. increased visitation on weekends and for festivities and
events during Easter and Christmas.
The Shepparton Villages board
through its Project Control
Committee is working to
incorporate the park in to the
strategic site plan for the Tarcoola
site, proposed to be located north
of Maculata Place. A number of themes will be incorporated in to the Intergenerational308226
Activities Park that
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entice use for young and old. The final list of concepts are yet to be determined but will include
some of the above.
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