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Feature Article & News from Cranbrook Care
Royal Commission
Interim Report
An Interim Report from the Aged Care Royal
Commissioners has recently been released
which outlines the findings over the past year
of hearings, submissions and community
forums, and also identifies several Never too old for
recommended areas of improvement within
the industry.
new friends
Here at Cranbrook Care, we have been fully supportive
of the Royal Commission and any other regulatory Relationships are vital for seniors in
initiatives designed to enhance the lives of older maintaining a vibrant life, but they can
Australians in care in our community. We welcome the become increasingly difficult as we grow
Interim Report which we consider to be a significant older. Friends and family relocate and
step towards improving the care for our aging
population. pass away, and medical issues can arise.
All of these factors can make it harder to
Over the past year the Commission received thousands get out and about.
of submissions, including those from Cranbrook Care,
demonstrating our commitment to openness and Regardless of age, close relationships remain
transparency in relation to the quality of care we critical for our physical, mental and emotional
provide. The health and wellbeing of our residents and health. Social isolation and loneliness can increase
staff has been, and always will be our priority, and we the risk of mortality, falls, and re‐hospitalisation
strive for exceptional wellbeing for all of our residents. among older adults.
We are committed to their physical and emotional
security and excellence in both our built environment Remaining curious about the world, about learning,
and our service offering. and about others is a powerful way to stay
engaged. Seniors who venture out of their comfort
In addition, we understand the significance of the level zones, take risks, and try activities they never
of responsibility and trust that families place upon attempted before are less likely to succumb to the
Cranbrook Care, in looking after their ageing loved negative effects of social isolation and loneliness.
ones. In recognition of this, we aim to deliver the The next time you are feeling lonely, try taking one
highest quality of care and service for all our residents small step out of your comfort zone.
and will continue to do so.
Cranbrook at Home can assist your loved one stay
We are constantly striving to improve the connected and we can put together a bespoke suite
communication and interaction between residents, of services for support in the home. Our bespoke
their families, and staff. We welcome feedback – so services allow us to tap into activities at our
please do feel free to contact us with any queries or residences and engage with likeminded residents.
comments you may have on The Cranbrook at Home experienced team can
contact@bayswatergardens.com.au. make a home visit to assess your loved ones needs
and offer some peace of mind to families.
If you would like to learn more about Cranbrook at
Home and how we may be able to assist you or a
loved one, please feel free to give Julie a call.
For more information on Cranbrook at Home please
call Julie on 02 9458 9950 or email
contact@cranbrookathome.com.au
