Volunteering at Leigh Place is a deeply rewarding experience that doesn't require prior experience in elderly care. By engaging in simple tasks like chatting, reading, or playing games with our residents, or sharing your unique skills in drawing, painting, music,…
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The Importance of Person-Centred Care
In the realm of aged care, one size does not fit all. Every individual has unique needs, preferences, and life experiences that should be respected and cherished. This is where person-centred care comes into play, an approach that puts the…
Book a Tour of Leigh Place
At Leigh Place, we welcome all prospective residents, families, and friends, to book a tour of our village, providing first hand insights into life as a member of our community, with the opportunity to learn as much as possible about…
Our Community – New Residents Welcomed to Lotus House
We continue to grow our community and welcome residents into our newest building, Lotus House. In line with our staged approach to the onboarding of residents into our brand-new, architecturally designed, and purpose-built wing, we are now welcoming residents into…
Star Ratings
Did you know that each aged care home receives an Overall Star Rating and a rating against 4 sub-categories including: Residents’ Experience – based on survey feedback from at least 10% of residents about their experiences at their aged care…
Exposure draft Bill – new Aged Care Act open for consultation
On 14 December 2023, the Department of Health & Aged Care released an exposure draft of the Bill for the new Aged Act for public consultation. Consultation will run until 16 February 2024. Members of the public and interested organisations can…
Aged Care Reform Roadmap
In January 2023, the federal government released the aged care reform roadmap, an indicative timeline for key reform elements to June 2025. At Leigh Place, our Board and Executive continue to actively monitor the reform agenda, and the sweeping changes…
Intergenerational Interactions
In our constantly evolving world, the beauty of intergenerational connection transcends. At Leigh Place, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of these interactions, recognising their profound impact on both young people and the elderly in our community. Sharing Wisdom and Experience: The…
Social Connection and Healthy Aging
At Leigh Place, we believe in the profound impact that social connection has on fostering healthy aging. Leigh Place is more than just a place to live, it is a vibrant community where residents come together, share experiences, and create…
Nourishing Lives
The old adage "you are what you eat" has a particular resonance in the context of aged care. Beyond mere sustenance, it plays a pivotal role in overall health, well-being, and quality of life. At Leigh Place we recognise that…