Pastoral Care Practitioner Philip Carrier assisted Fr Arulraj from St Mary’s Guildford with a special Mass.

Blessing and birthday at St Vincent’s

Joyous living was evident as we gathered in Guildford to mark a milestone and bring some special attention to the residence recently. A new Catholic Homes crucifix was blessed and presented to St Vincent’s for its 60th anniversary. The celebration was attended by staff and residents and Pastoral Care Practitioner Philip Carrier assisted Fr Arulraj

New Consumer and Quality Advisory Groups for our aged care services

Expressions of Interest are now open for Catholic Homes’ consultation bodies for our aged care residences and home care services. Residential Advisory Bodies We are seeking interested residents and representatives to join two new consumer advisory groups from March 2024: • A Consumer Advisory Group focused on care services, your needs, concerns and improvements, which

Catholic Homes team of Zoe, Karen, Denise and Janine

Welcome new faces to Home Care

We’re excited to announce the appointment of key staff as the division gears up for growth and later, the government’s changes to Home Care. Zoe Heron has taken on the newly-created role of Head of Operations, overseeing both the operational and clinical divisions of Home Care, reporting to Executive Manager Kylie Steele. “There is even

New Chief Executive appointed to Catholic Homes

On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Darren Cutri as the next Chief Executive of Catholic Homes. After extensive consultation with our executive management team, staff and key stakeholders, Darren was selected from a strong national field of applicants as the best person to lead Catholic Homes as

96 new residential aged care beds for Perth

Leading provider of aged care services in Western Australia Catholic Homes has announced the blessing and official opening of its newest residence, Sister Mary Glowrey Residential Care, in Belmont. Acting Chief Executive Ben Foster said the new residence was a testament to the organisation’s commitment to providing modern aged care services that cater to the

A special message from Board Chairman John Ogilvie

I write on behalf of the Catholic Homes Board to share with you that Chief Executive Paul Andrew has resigned from the organisation, effective Thursday 31 August 2023. During his four-and-a-half-year tenure, Paul has played a crucial role in advancing Catholic Homes in the provision the best possible care and services. The Board expresses their

New managers return to Catholic Homes

Home run for quality pair

As we create a new modern residence on the site, former Marist Lodge staffers share a common call in returning to Catholic Homes. Manager Quality and Compliance Mark Backhouse was the Facility Manager at Marist several years ago and returned to us in 2022 because of shared values. A Marist multiskilled care partner from 2014

Facility Manager Wade with his staff

We welcome new staff to Sister Mary’s

As we gear up for the opening of our newest aged care service, we are super excited to welcome our new staff, who will soon join Sister Mary Glowrey residential aged care. More than two dozen new employees participated in a lively induction session led by our vivacious Mission leader, Rose Santoro with Facility Manager

Chef Paolo at Trinity Village

Star chef Paolo wins top services award

Please join Catholic Homes in congratulating Trinity’s chef Paolo Bravi for his achievement in winning the 2023 Brightest Star Award at the IHHC Excellence Award ceremony hosted recently at The Raffles Hotel. Manager Hotel Services Damiano Montagnese said as a State winner, Paolo has now earned the opportunity to compete for the highly coveted national

Portrait shot of Rosanna

King’s honour for Rosanna

Catholic Homes Board member Associate Professor Rosanna Capolingua has been appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours. The medal was announced today by the Governor-General of Australia the Hon David Hurley in recognition of Prof Capolingua’s significant service to patient care, to medicine, and as a role

Chef Chris with Resident Bernard at Archbishop Goody residential aged care

Congratulations Chef Christine

At Archbishop Goody in East Perth, our chef works behind the scenes and does not make a fuss. Celebrating 10 years with Catholic Homes this year was awesome and now we reveal that Christine Savage has received food quality accreditation from local government — for ten years straight! “I enjoy my work and have a

Aged care resident in her room at Castledare residential aged care

McLeod Wing opens at Castledare

Our residential care staff have been outstanding in repurposing amenities to further deliver our mission so we may provide quality and compassionate care to older people. Six comfy bedrooms have been created around an attractive lounge and dining area in the new McLeod Wing at Castledare in Wilson. Castledare is our very popular aged care

A century of smiles for Hilda

Our home care client Hilda was born in the northern European country of Estonia on May 11, 1923. Arriving in Australia, she settled in Perth with her husband their suburban home in 1950. More than a homemaker of her time, Hilda worked for many years with photography company Kodak in Kewdale. Commencing there in the early

Home care client Russell is an avid collector

Egyptian obsession a labour of love

Our home care client has big dreams despite rheumatoid arthritis taking its toll. While we help at home, he can focus on his goals. Former senior hotel manager Russell Decke’s (JP) passion for ancient Egypt has not abated for nearly 70 years, ever since he discovered this rich and mysterious world in the library at age

Aged care friends share international ties

A new partnership between migrant TAFE students and Catholic Homes aged care residents is forging new bonds and benefits for all involved. In a program inspired by the ABC TV special Old People’s Home for Four-Year-Olds, adult migrant English students joined residents from Catholic Homes’ Archbishop Goody residence to share language, culture and friendships. TAFE

Executive Manager Mission message

A message from Rose Santoro, Executive Manager Mission “I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” 3 John 1:2 2023 marked a year of beginning and completing many projects. The ‘stand outs’ were the Catholic Homes’ Mission Framework, the continuous improvement of Pastoral Services and

Board Chairman message

For more than 50 years Catholic Homes has advanced Catholic social teachings which reflect Gospel values that emphasise Christ-like joy, love and hospitality. Joy springs from a deep connection with faith and for those who encounter Jesus in their hearts and lives, sharing this with family and friends. Love, central to the healing ministry of

Chief Executive message

This reporting year Catholic Homes continued to deliver its mission to provide quality and compassionate care to older people. These past 12 months have been significant for the number of developments within the aged care sector that have had wide ranging impacts on the organisation’s operations. I acknowledge the dedication and skill of our staff

Catholic Archbishop of Perth message

Amidst the ever-evolving landscape of Catholic aged care, I reflect upon the transformative journey Catholic Homes has undertaken in the past 12 months as it continues to make Jesus Christ present through faith, practice and an embrace of Jesus’ teachings. In the face of challenges and changes, Catholic Homes has steadfastly upheld its Christ-centered mission,

Care with Purpose in action

Out and About – News from our residences

Out and About is our monthly newsletter with highlights of our Care with Purpose approach. You are invited to read more about our unique model of care.