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On a sunny Saturday, a sense of excitement and anticipation filled the air as individulas and families from the local community gathered to attend the long-awaited open day of the St. Nicholas Senior Care Centre. With doors open wide, this new facility offered a glimpse into its state-of-the-art amenities and warm, welcoming atmosphere. The event aimed to showcase the center's commitment to providing compassionate care, enriching experiences, and a sense of community for the elderly.
The open day allowed everyone to explore the carefully designed spaces intended to offer comfort and support to the elderly residents soon to call this place home.
As visitors stepped into the facility, the reception area warmly greeted them. Staff members were ready to answer questions and share their enthusiasm about the center's vision.
Close by, the lounge and dining area impressed attendees with its spaciousness and cozy ambiance. The goal of this space is to encourage socialisation and relaxation, as residents will have the opportunity to spend time with their visitors, share a meal, gather with other resdents, and bond over shared experiences.
A standout feature of the centre was the well-equipped theater room. Here, residents will be able to enjoy movie nights adding joy and entertainment to their lives.
A dedicated hairdressing room showcased the center's attention to personal grooming and well-being. Here, residents can avail themselves of salon services to feel pampered and refreshed, promoting a sense of self-confidence and esteem.
The focus on residents' well-being was evident in the gym/physio room. Designed to cater to various levels of fitness, these spaces will offer residents opportunities to engage in activities that promote physical health.
Visitors also had the chance to explore one of the center's single suites, showcasing the luxurious living spaces residents can enjoy. The suite provided a look into the elegant, spacious and comfortable private rooms. Additionally, the companion room, thoughtfully designed for two occupants, highlighted the center's commitment to fostering companionship and camaraderie among residents.
Finally, the delightful café space concluded the tour. It emphasized the importance of creating a warm and inviting environment for residents and their visitors to socialise and connect.
The St. Nicholas Care Centre holds a deep-rooted belief in the value and dignity of every individual in their care. Through the open day, the facility demonstrated its commitment to providing a nurturing and respectful environment for the elderly, where they can continue to thrive emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
The presence of families and children from the community on this special day underscored the importance of intergenerational connections. By fostering an inclusive atmosphere, the center aims to weave together the vibrant threads of a diverse community.
With its doors now open, the center eagerly anticipates the arrival of its first residents. The care, comfort, and community they will experience at the facility will undoubtedly make the St Nicholas Senior Care Centre a cherished home for the elderly, and a valuable asset to the community at large.
Last updated: 23 May 2024
Website privacy policy
St Nicholas Seniors Care Centre is committed to providing quality services to you and this policy outlines our ongoing obligations to you in respect of how we manage your
Personal Information.
We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Privacy Act). The NPPs govern the way in which we collect, use, disclose, store, secure and dispose of your Personal Information.
A copy of the Australian Privacy Principles may be obtained from the website of The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at https://www.oaic.gov.au/.
What is Personal Information and why do we collect it?
Personal Information is information or an opinion that identifies an individual.
Examples of Personal Information we collect includes names, addresses, email addresses, phone and facsimile numbers.
This Personal Information is obtained in many ways including correspondence, by telephone, by email, via our website www.acare.au, from your website, from media and publications, from other publicly available sources and from third parties. We don’t guarantee website links or policy of authorised third parties.
We collect your Personal Information for the primary purpose of providing our services to you, providing information to our clients and marketing. We may also use your
Personal Information for secondary purposes closely related to the primary purpose, in circumstances where you would reasonably expect such use or disclosure. You may unsubscribe from our mailing/marketing lists at any time by contacting us in writing.
When we collect Personal Information we will, where appropriate and where possible, explain to you why we are collecting the information and how we plan to use it.
Sensitive Information
Sensitive information is defined in the Privacy Act to include information or opinion about such things as an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, membership of a political association, religious or philosophical beliefs, membership of a trade union or other professional body, criminal record or health information.
Sensitive information will be used by us only:
• For the primary purpose for which it was obtained
• For a secondary purpose that is directly related to the primary purpose
• With your consent; or where required or authorised by law.
Third Parties
Where reasonable and practicable to do so, we will collect your Personal Information only from you. However, in some circumstances we may be provided with information by third parties. In such a case we will take reasonable steps to ensure that you are made aware of the information provided to us by the third party.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Your Personal Information may be disclosed in a number of circumstances including the following:
• Third parties where you consent to the use or disclosure; and
• Where required or authorised by law.
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Your Personal Information is stored in a manner that reasonably protects it from misuse and loss and from unauthorized access, modification or disclosure.
When your Personal Information is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was obtained, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify your Personal Information. However, most of the Personal Information is or will be stored in client files which will be kept by us for a minimum of 7 years.
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You may access the Personal Information we hold about you and to update and/or correct it, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to access your Personal Information, please contact us in writing.
Greenwich Place will not charge any fee for your access request, but may charge an administrative fee for providing a copy of your Personal Information.
In order to protect your Personal Information we may require identification from you before releasing the requested information.
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Policy Updates
This Policy may change from time to time and is available on our website.
Privacy Policy Complaints and Enquiries
If you have any queries or complaints about our Privacy Policy please contact us at:
St Nicholas Seniors Care Centre
13-23 Henry Street,
Punchbowl NSW 2196
(02) 8313 2200
admin@acare.au