Not everyone can showcase two birthday cards from different Sovereigns. Gladys Rudd received her 100th Birthday card from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and recently added a 105th birthday card from King Charles III to her Royal card collection. Gladys, who loves reading books on her iPad with a little assistance from her daughter-in-law, celebrated with…
Being 101 years old doesn’t mean you can’t participate in the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay 2023. Suncare customer Mabel Matthews, a true inspiration to us all, proudly lit the cauldron at Bundaberg’s Legacy House. The nationwide journey commemorated the 100th anniversary of Legacy, an iconic charity dedicated to providing support to the families of deceased and…
It was at a jazz festival in 1988 that Colleen Ryan honed in on her artistic talents. “I spotted an elderly gentleman with the most interesting profile. And I knew I wanted to draw him.” With a Croxley drawing pad, pencil and eraser in hand, Colleen surreptitiously drew the profile and spent the next two…
Suncare is proud to be associated with the ongoing work towards a more inclusive and reconciled Australia and this year again participated in the Aunty Betty Memorial Walk in Dicky Beach. The weather was perfect as the Gubbi Gubbi Dance Troupe performed traditional dances and music. Traditional custodian Lyndon Davis then led a short walk…
Brett is not just a great chef, creating the delicious meals for Suncare’s Meals on Wheels Maroochydore. He found a passion for karate five years ago and it has led to a great outcome, with Brett jetting off to Japan in August to compete at the Chito-Ryu World Karate Championships. More than just reaping the…
Jenny is a self-taught artist and loves anything to do with Arts and Crafts. She loved art at school and learnt to crochet handkerchiefs and tray clothes at the age of 16. Knitting jumpers was also on her list of handy talents and when she joined the Craft group in her hometown of Forbes, she…
From boats to books and wood to metal…..there is no doubt that Neil and Lilian have talent in spades. Married for over 60 years and both with a drive to keep busy, the couple are humble when it comes to showcasing their crafts. Neil’s love for boating saw him build a number of boats from…
76-year old Arthur visits 81-year old Alan every Friday. “I first thought I may be too old to volunteer but clearly not! It gives me such a sense of purpose and it’s a great way to spend my extra time, giving back to the community”. Arthur is a Volunteer on the Community Visitors Scheme (CVS)…
It can start with difficulty in climbing the stairs or getting off a seat. It gets harder to walk any distance. And what many people may attribute to ‘one of those things that happen as we get older’ may be the first signs of a rare, and, at present, incurable disease that affects 1:100 000…
At Suncare, we always try to match interests of clients to the staff that visit them. And for Russell and Support Worker Aleasha, it was just a click of the camera away! Russell, who now lives in Bundaberg with his wife Megan, began his love of photography with underwater shots taken in Jarvis Bay. When…
For Owen it was an endless flow of birthday cards, amongst them one from King Charles, friends from his retirement home sharing in a birthday lunch at the Village and a celebration with family which included 3 children, 5 Grandchildren, 7 Great-grandchildren. With his wife of nearly 60 years by his side, Richard celebrated his…
A jig, Irish stew and a pint of Guinness – St Patrick’s Day was celebrated in style at Suncare. The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, and celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish. Previous Next
When Laurie White moved from Sydney to the Sunshine Coast, it created a path for what is now the well-loved tap-dancing group, Tap Katz. What started out as a dance group, led to a performing cast and eventually to costumes that were spoken about well after the curtain came down. With up to 20 dancers…
For almost 20 years, a team of dedicated sewists have made a difference to those living in largely remote communities. The now dissolved Friends of the Pacific would fill shipping containers of equipment for rural schools and hospitals, with local ladies adding a variety of clothing they had made to the load. When Friends of…
Two Suncare customers recently celebrated a milestone birthday. Geoff Garratt and Ray Fuller recently enjoyed their 100th birthdays with balloons, cake and great company. Congratulations!
‘I was a bit of a kamakazi when I was young” laughs Peter. “I used to climb high into the trees and cut branches with my tomahawk to reach the beehives”. And tending bees has been a hobby for Peter ever since. Still able to live in the home he has lived in for 31…
In a wonderful show of Community and Christmas spirit, Suncare’s Wide Bay RAS Team made a donation to Angles Community Group, Bundaberg instead of buying one another gifts. The donation was used by the charity to provide food hampers and Christmas presents for local families in need. Well done to the Wide Bay Team for…
It’s important to be aware of dehydration symptoms. And not just in Summer! Symptoms can range from having a dry mouth, feeling thirsty and lethargic, having cracked lips, a headache and dark colour urine to creating very serious health conditions including confusion, hallucination, a racing heart and even kidney failure. The key is to drink…
A visit to Suncare’s Boronia Cottage on Bribie Island always delivers a ‘home away from home’ feeling and what better way to enjoy an afternoon than with some puppy love. Customers recently enjoyed plenty of licks and cuddles from some furry friends who came to visit. For more information on the purpose-built respite facility, enabling…
Peter is a Meals on Wheels volunteer driver and he’s done it since 2020. His lovely wife Rosanna, decided to get in on the action (and fun) around a year ago and began volunteering in the Meals on Wheels kitchen. We asked them why they love volunteering and this is what they said. “I love…
Suncare now offers additional Social Support groups in Caboolture, Bribie Island and Meridan Plains. Join us for a variety of outings in Bribie Island including a visit to the Seaside Museum and enjoy a waterfront lunch at Scoopys Café or a shopping trip to Bribie’s iconic Second Hand Store, Busy Fingers. At the Suncare Kawana…
If you are living in the Wide Bay area, there may be new or other services that will allow you to continue living independently in your own home. At Suncare, we always welcome the opportunity to discuss your complete package of home care services and any changes you may need as your circumstances change. Please…
Bribie Island charity shop, Busy Fingers Fundraising Inc. recently approved another grant that has provided new furniture for Boronia Cottage further enhancing it’s ‘home away from home’ reputation. The charity began over 30 years ago as a knitting and crochet stall outside the local Bribie Island IGA. Today it has grown into a bustling shed…
Once again our end of year Rotary Christmas Party held at Kawana State School was a wonderful success.
Data breaches and scams are becoming a common occurrence. Unfortunately, they often affect older or vulnerable people.
Our 8-week Stepping On program is designed to improve overall health, wellbeing and physical strength whilst creating new social connections. Our first Stepping On programs for 2023 are starting soon.
Leanne Cook provides more than amazing support for her Suncare customers, she is an artist who regularly draws life-like images of their beloved pets. A treasured gift her customers appreciate.
After 18 months of being closed due to COVID restrictions and then renovations, the need for our Suncare Community Centre is greater than ever. Officially re-opened by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, along with the Minister for Aged Care and Sport Hon Anika Wells MP and local Federal Member of Parliament, Fiona Simpson MP in attendance…
With each new season comes a new menu from our Meals on Wheels Maroochydore team. Commencing December, we invite you to enjoy the Summer Menu.
According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, by definition the phrase ‘pushing the envelope’ is to behave in a more extreme way or to try new things that have not been acceptable or tried before. These words regularly sum up the actions of Suncare’s customer, Barry Pittard.
Queensland’s Seniors Month kicked off on 1 October with the theme being Social Connections, and Suncare Community Services could not be happier that they will once again be offering a range of group activities for local seniors with the doors opening to their newly renovated Suncare Community Centre.
At Suncare we’re committed to making people’s lives better through social support and community activities.
Suncare Support Coordinator and NDIS Team Leader, Lani and our entire NDIS team, are committed to helping their NDIS customers live a life of choice through Suncare’s NDIS services.
Suncare customer Michael enjoys domestic assistance and gardening support so he can spend more time at his potter’s wheel, and says “when we have a concern, Suncare comes up with a solution.”
Suncare Activities Coordinators Michaela and Nikki are known for creating some of Suncare’s most exciting events and activities.
October 2022 is Queensland Seniors Month, and we are celebrating our seniors in true Suncare style!
A little update on Biggie Here we find out about our beloved sponsor dog, Biggie in his latest ‘Tail’.
Suncare has a growing program of activities focused on encouraging physical and mental health and wellbeing.
Suncare team members were out and about in Hervey Bay recently.
Celebrating Suncare customers… One of the great highlights for Suncare staff is uncovering the rich history and life stories from our customers, and in this article we celebrate three Suncare customers.
Suncare’s ‘Stepping On’ program, run over eight weeks, is designed to improve your overall health, wellbeing and physical strength, all while creating new social connections.
Congratulations and happy birthday to Suncare’s 100+ Club customers who recently achieved their 100+ year milestone.
Restoration works at the Maroochydore Day Respite Centre are now complete and we are pleased to rename and relaunch our Suncare Community Centre.
It’s a visit, a cuppa, a drive to the shops or an outing to the local park that often makes all the difference in the life of an elderly Australian, combating loneliness and isolation.
From a rainy start, even the sun came out to play when Suncare recently hosted a Garden Party at the Buddina Activity Centre.
Did you know establishing the Maroochydore Day Respite Centre 35 years ago was a family affair? And, that very special family connection continues today.
Suncare customer Robert ‘Bob’ Gregory is an avid stamp collector who has enjoyed this pastime since he was seven years old.
Reducing your risk of falls is important for living independently and safely at home.
For 30 years the Community Visitors Scheme has helped improve the quality of life for older Australians.
Four Suncare volunteers have been nominated for both the 2022 Queensland Volunteering Awards and the Sunshine Coast Volunteer of the Year Award in recognition of their dedication and commitment.
Suncare’s Art Group meet every Wednesday 10.00am until noon at the Buddina Community Centre.
Suncare customer Nev Paull is a keen artist and has regularly attended the weekly Suncare Art Group for more than three years.
With the Prime Minister, and many others, labelling the aged care and community sector in crisis, Suncare Community Services, one of South East Queensland’s leading community service providers, has taken its time to ensure its new CEO, Melanie Wilson is the strongest choice to navigate the troubled waters.
Accessing transport is an important aspect of staying mobile and independent, and here Suncare Training Officer, Deb Knight. shares her tips for getting in and out of vehicles safely.