News & Events
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On tour with Us the Band
Sixty thousand people attended the Apple and Grape Harvest Festival in Stanthorpe and what an amazing opportunity it was for Us the Band to have participated in such a huge event. What’s even more exciting is that due to their knock out performance, they have been invited to perform at the next Festival in 2020 and also at Snowflakes in Stanthorpe in July 2019. The excitement levels were at fever pitch as they set off on their very first road trip. Tunes were played throughout the tour bus and the first three hours of the trip were like a karaoke party on wheels. At one point it was suggested by…
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Groovers, exciting news. There’s availability.
No, you didn’t read it wrong. There’s currently vacancies in our exciting Move to the Groove program. But don’t hesitate because the spots will fill up quickly.
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Federal Budget Review: Disability & Aged Care
The good, the bad and the indifferent. We take a look at Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s 2018-2019 Budget and highlight the key points that may be of interest to you and your future plans.
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Good news for those on the wait list
For those who have been caught in limbo, patiently waiting for additional Home Care Packages to be released, the news from Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison following the 2018-19 Budget will be very welcomed. The Treasurer has made big promises for the Aged Care sector and said the Government would prioritise caring for older Australians. And to this point, an additional 14,000 Home Care Packages would be released over a four-year period. The announcement of these additional Packages is very welcomed and at Lifebridge we are excited by the commitment given to in-home aged care. With an ageing population it is somewhat comforting to see focus being placed, where it is…
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A Scheme responsive to the community
In early March 2018, the NDIA published the NDIS Pathways Review in response to resounding feedback that the Scheme was falling short of expectations. The review looked at the interactions participants, families, carers and providers have with the Scheme and where there have been gaps.
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Move to the Groove Dance Program
Move to the Groove is getting participants out of their seats, dancing and having fun. Each Monday the Groovers select their favourite tunes, chose the dance movements and have a laugh as they learn the choreography for the week.
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Check out our brand new video – Move to the Groove
Check out our brand new dance program. Move to the Groove is our latest Aged Care program that gets participants up, using both the body and the mind. Feel happy, motivated and engaged in our Move to the Groove dance program.
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We’re settling in – Tweed Heads Seagulls Hub
We are delighted to report that our first day at the new Tweed Heads Seagulls Hub went very well. Our customers experienced minimal disruption or challenges which can be associated with change and this is a credit to the extensive preparation the team implemented, not only on our first day but also in the weeks leading up to the move. Customers are already experiencing positive outcomes with groups spending increased time participating in the community and reduced wait/down times. Customers are also taking full advantage of becoming Seagulls members, accessing the main complex, outside garden areas, water views and menu sampling. For many of our customers a pension card has…
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Gold Coast Seniors Health and Lifestyle Expo
Aged Care Manager, Beverly Smallmon had the perfect opportunity to showcase Aged Care Services at the Gold Coast Seniors Health and Lifestyle Expo that was held in the Palm Beach Share N Care Centre on Thursday March 15, 2018. Our display was festooned with Lifebridge balloons, beautiful coloured posters of our Aged Care customers, our marketing merchandise and with the added chance to win a Lifestyle Hamper valued at over $200.00, it was one of the most popular exhibits at the Expo. The Gold Coast Seniors Health & Lifestyle Expos have been operating since 2008 and are an excellent avenue for promoting products aimed at the seniors market. If you missed…
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Community Participation – Cooly Rocks On and Murwillumbah Banana Festivals
Lifebridge and Us the Band will once again be participating in both the Cooly Rocks On and the Murwillumbah Banana Festival Street Parades for 2018. The Cooly Rocks On Festival has evolved to become Australia’s largest rock ‘n’ roll and nostalgia festival and last year Lifebridge won the title of best float in the street parade. For this year’s parade, which will be held on June 9, 2018, the Lifebridge theme is Jail House Rock for all you Elvis wannabes out there. After the 2017 Murwillumbah Banana Festival cancelation due to insurance issues, Banana Jim is back. Lifebridge will once again take part in the street parade on Saturday August…
