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Caring and support: Dot helps makes life a little easier

on Monday, June 16, 2025

Dorothy ‘Dot’ Mickan, a dedicated Resthaven Home Support Worker, was honoured with the inaugural President Award at the 2025 Resthaven Excellence Awards. With a lifelong passion for care shaped by her own family’s experience, Dot brings warmth, resilience and deep compassion to her work supporting older people in the Murray Mallee Hills region. Her story reflects decades of personal commitment to community care and the evolution of aged care services in South Australia.

Physio-focussed pilot improves balance and reduces chance of falls to help seniors stay at home

on Monday, June 16, 2025

Benetas home care clients experienced improved balance, reduced falls risk, and enhanced wellbeing through an eight-week Wellness and Reablement pilot. In partnership with United Physiotherapy Group, the program delivered twice-weekly physiotherapy sessions to 17 clients, resulting in measurable improvements across health, mobility, and anxiety levels. The outcomes highlight the value of allied health collaboration in supporting older Australians to live independently at home.

Bringing television to Australia: Annie and Wim’s contributions

on Monday, June 16, 2025

Wim and Annie Overmeyer, Dutch migrants and Resthaven residents, share 90 years of life, love and resilience in Australia — from post-war migration to pioneering tech and building a family legacy.

How Care Connect Helped Ron Rebuild His Life

on Thursday, June 12, 2025

Ron Brewster’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and the power of support. And humour. Whatever life has thrown at him, he’s been able to see the funny side of even some darker moments. A self-described “Peter Pan,” Ron has lived a dynamic life, taking on various roles—from middle management to outback worker, factory owner, playwright and actor. His journey has been marked by adventure, reinvention, and an unwavering focus on what truly matters to him.