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From David

"All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and
then doesn't hurt" Charles M. Schulz

I would like to say a big “Thank You” to all of our Above: Catherine Doyle (right), receiving her Award on the night
families and friends, who, with their understanding

and assistance ensured the refurbishment went as
smoothly as it did. In the coming weeks we will still
be tidying-up some loose ends. This should not
have any impact on your loved ones. Congratulations Catherine!

With this completed refurbishment behind us we
can move into Summer and the festive season. On Friday 2nd November, I was lucky enough to attend
Catherine and her team have some great activities the SoupedUp Hospitality & Lifestyle Aged Care Awards
arrange in the coming months - from trimming the 2018 Gala Awards Night, in Melbourne. Cranbrook Care
Christmas tree to champagne, mince pies, carols was selected as a National finalist in five categories:
and more! Even a bus trip to see the spectacular Ashley Thomson, Cranbrook Care – FINALIST 2018 –
Christmas lights. We have a tour of Sydney Hospitality Manager
University lined up, a fishing trip, and a BBQ to Cranbrook Care, (for Food Service Leader role) – FINALIST
celebrate Australia Day. Keep an eye out for more 2018 – Catering Innovation Award
information about these events and also other Elvis Zhang, Bella Vista Gardens – FINALIST 2018 – Chef
great activities.
Manager Award
With the festive season fast approaching, I am sure Bayswater Gardens, – FINALIST 2018 – Facility Catering
you will be making plans to spend time with your Service
loved ones. Please let us know in advance if your Catherine Doyle – FINALIST 2018 – Lifestyle/Activities
plans involve taking your loved ones out for meal Individual
or if you will be joining them here - this will greatly The SoupedUp awards recognise the contribution, passion
assist Ashley and his team in the kitchen during and dedication that individual staff make in the Aged Care
this busy time. I would like to take this opportunity arena. The winners of the awards in each category are
to wish you all a safe and happy festive season.
chosen from the criteria that they go above and beyond
the standard requirements of their jobs; enriching the

lives of the residents in the facilities that they work in. I
represented Cranbrook Care at the awards ceremony in
Melbourne, joined by a fellow nominee Catherine Doyle
from Lansdowne Gardens. We were excited to hear that
Catherine was announced as the Winner of her category –
for outstanding Lifestyle/Activities Individual! Catherine
was thrilled at hearing the result - there were nine other

nominees in her category. I would personally like to thank
and recognise all the staff that work in Food Services

across all our residences. I eagerly look forward to 2019
and hope we can achieve even more, going forward.

David Clark, Residential Services Manager
Ashley Thomson, Group Executive Chef