Aberlea Mortlake in Mortlake, Victoria | Retirement and care home

Aberlea Mortlake

Locality: Mortlake, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5599 2901

Address: 30 Shaw Street 3272 Mortlake, VIC, Australia

Website: https://aberlea.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Winners are grinners

23.01.2022 Almost one third of our entire staff took part in our monthly asymptomatic testing yesterday for COVID-19. Our CEO David Knight was first in line to have his test, demonstrating how easy the test is. We thank everybody who took part in helping keep our residents safe. We remind everyone to go get tested if you have a runny nose, sore throat, temperature, cough or loss of taste or smell. Let's continue the good work so we can get back to a COVID Normal.

22.01.2022 Happy International Nurses Day! We would like to thank and acknowledge all our hardworking, compassionate, dedicated and caring PCAS and nurses for everything they do. #internationalnursesday #aberlea #agedcare #residentialcare #mortlake #timboon

22.01.2022 We have only one independent living unit to build to fulfil the communitys initial vision for Aberlea Timboon, but moves are already afoot to grow our plans even further. Advisory Committee chair Martin Van de Wouw said the focus at the moment though was finding a resident or couple for Unit 4 which was recently vacated after the former tenant moved into residential care. Thats a bit of a milestone for Aberlea Timboon as well having the first of our original tenants move... out and into assisted living, he said. So, we would really like to find a new tenant as soon as possible for Unit Four as occupancy of the facility is the key to funding any future plans. Please read the full media release here...

20.01.2022 Aberlea residents have been kept busy during September and October with lots of activities. Enjoy our photo gallery which shows the residents having fun with indoor activities like arts and crafts and indoor games, as well as a football handball competition. Residents have also had fun in the outdoors in the nicer weather including some springtime gardening and neighbourhood walks.

20.01.2022 Residents in our Brumley Independent Living Units at Mortlake have been provided with complimentary face masks to ensure they too are ready for Monday. From 11.59pm tomorrow night (Sunday), all Victorians are required to wear a face mask in public places. #wearamask #weareallinthistogether #facemasks #covidmask #covidlife #stayhome #coronavirus #covid19

19.01.2022 How wonderful! Thanks Lorraine

18.01.2022 We would like to wish all the mothers, step mums, grandmothers, aunts and special ladies in our lives a Happy Mothers Day. Of all the special joys in life, the big ones and the small, a mothers love and tenderness ... is the greatest of them all! #happymothersday #mothersday #mumsareamazing #aberlea #agedcare #residentialcare

18.01.2022 IMPORTANT REMINDER From midnight tonight, everyone who enters an aged care facility must have had their influenza vaccination. There will be no flexibility with this requirement. All friends, family members, workers and contractors seeking entry to Aberlea Mortlake will need to have had the flu shot.... To book your visit to one of our wonderful residents, please contact Resident Liaison Officer Debi McAuliffe directly on 0475 055 394.

17.01.2022 We are not just an Aged Care Facility; we are our residents’ home and we are seeking the most talented workers to make this possible. Aberlea Inc. in Mortlake is seeking applications from qualified Personal Care Assistants (PCA) for permanent part time and casual positions. Applications close on Friday, January 1.... Please read more on our website here...

17.01.2022 Our wonderful staff have embraced wearing masks in the workplace. You can still have fun whilst wearing masks and social distancing. #facemasks #socialdistancing #coronavirus #covid19 #agedcare #aberlea #lovewhereyouwork #morlake

17.01.2022 The last few weeks have been full of fun and laughter here at Aberlea in Mortlake. Heres a snapshot of some of the fun weve had.

17.01.2022 We are currently seeking to appoint a Registered Nurse/Care Coordinator to join our team. This position is a senior care and clinical role which requires an applicant with a strong track record and commitment to care. Applications close on Friday, July 24.... Please read more here...

17.01.2022 We are looking for exceptional Personal Care Workers in and around Warrnambool to provide in-home care for our growing client base. Permanent Part-Time and Casual positions are available for Personal Care Workers who genuinely want to make a difference in peoples lives, by supporting our clients to maintain their sense of independence and wellbeing. Applications close on Friday, August 14.... Please read more here...

17.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that through some fundraising we have been able to purchase a defibrillator for our facility. In the event of a cardiac arrest, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) can be used to provide heart rhythm analysis, voice commands and to shock the heart back to normal rhythm. This is a wonderful asset for our Aberlea family.

16.01.2022 Yesterday our wonderful residents joined the kitchen staff for a fun-filled Crazy Hat Thursday. It was a day full of laughing , games and jokes . The residents awoke to a dining room full of colour after the decorating fairy paid a visit overnight. ... All the residents then enjoyed a sundae bar for dessert after lunch.

16.01.2022 Aberlea Angels was a little project that involved residents painting leaves and writing words on leaves that then came together to form a beautiful set of wings. We always appreciate our team, but especially during trying times. Here they are in all their glory. Enjoy!

16.01.2022 We hope you enjoy some more photos from the last few week of some of the happenings inside Aberlea Mortlake. While we continue to manage visitation, rest assured our residents and staff are finding plenty of ways to stay busy, active and entertained.

15.01.2022 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The Aberlea Inc. Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 commencing at 2:00pm at the Mortlake Soldiers Memorial Hall. The meeting will also be live-streamed phone Aberlea on 5599 2901 for details.... Nomination forms for Board Members are available at Aberlea and close on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Annual membership $5.00 due and payable from September 1, 2020. Michael Murphy, OAM Chairman

15.01.2022 The community spirit in Mortlake is overwhelming. A big shout out to Dion and his team at the Mortlake Roadhouse for the special treats they delivered to us yesterday. Our staff were delighted and thrilled to know that the community is proud of their dedication and the hard work they do. ... #wereallinthistogether #lovewhereyoulive #lovewhereyouwork

15.01.2022 This week we received some crafty hugs and love from the Mortlake Kindergarten. Our residents were delighted to see the bright display on the walls around the facility. Thank you Mortlake Kindergarten.

14.01.2022 Our CEO David Knight has provided an update on the current COVID-19 prevention measures in place at Aberlea. Please be assured that the safety of everyone at Aberlea is our paramount concern. Minister Hunt has announced that all workers in Victorian aged care facilities will be required to wear masks. This instruction will be implemented as directed. ... In line with the above announcement, we will now be requiring that all visitors to Aberlea also wear a provided face mask. Please read more information at the link below...

13.01.2022 Today we have had to cease all visitation to Aberlea Mortlake, until further notice, after a small number of residents displayed symptoms consistent with gastroenteritis. We will be in contact with individual families if there is a concern with their family member. More information is available here

13.01.2022 Yes, were excited. We have some exciting news for families today. As of 10am this morning we were able to return to our pre-gastro visitation procedures. Please remember of the following:... All visitors must have their 2020 flu vaccination and must be able to provide evidence. All visitors must be over the age of 16. All visitors will be screened on arrival. One visit per resident per day of 1-2 people. Visits kept to a 30 minute duration Visits are to occur in the residents room. Please remember social distancing when visiting. Please ensure that you make an appointment to visit. We thank you for your support and understanding during this time. If you have any further questions or would like to make an appointment please contact Resident Liaison Officer Debi McAuliffe on 0475055394.

13.01.2022 Today we had an online family meeting to update relatives/representatives on our COVID-19 management plan. Another meeting will be held in another 3-4 weeks. It was wonderful seeing some faces that havent been able to visit due to the restrictions.... #lookafteryourself #lookaftereachother #bykind #smile #wereallinthistogether

13.01.2022 Aberlea residents celebrated Melbourne Cup Day with dressing up and enjoying chicken and champagne The residents enjoyed virtual racing , reminiscing about the Melbourne Cup and looking at Bart Cummings memorabilia. All residents gathered to watch the race of the year. ... Residents also created some rose petal ladies for decorations.

13.01.2022 JOIN OUR TEAM We are seeking applications from qualified Personal Care Workers for permanent part-time and casual positions. Please read more about the available opportunities on our website here...

12.01.2022 We are looking for exceptional Personal Care Workers to provide in-home care for our growing client base. Permanent Part Time and Casual positions are available for Personal Care Workers who genuinely want to make a difference in people’s lives, by supporting our clients to maintain their sense of independence and wellbeing. Applications close on Friday, October 9.... Please read more on our website here...

12.01.2022 Thank you to our residents, their families, friends and the wider community for all your support during 2020. We wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas. Please remember that our administration is closed on public holidays. Our visiting hours are 10am-12pm and 1pm to 4pm. If you require times outside this please contact Deb Mc on 0475 055 394. We are looking forward to welcoming visitors to our residents over the Christmas and New Year period, however due to the current si...tuation in Sydney and NSW we are asking anyone who has travelled to Greater Sydney and the Central Coast Region, including the Northern Beaches to follow the guidance of our staff. As this situation can rapidly evolve and change, we encourage everyone to continue monitoring the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services site: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus To ensure the safety of our residents, staff and the community we have enhanced our visitor screening questions and procedures.

12.01.2022 We currently have a job opportunity for a casual cleaner to join our growing team at Aberlea in Mortlake. Applications close on Friday, July 24. Please read more here...

11.01.2022 We hope you enjoy this selection of wonderful photos of our residents. Activities are always important to keep residents stimulated and engaged - and never more so than during the current visitation restrictions. Whether its photoshoots, dress ups, cooking, watching movies, enjoying a drink, doing arts and crafts or whatever, it is so rewarding for our team to see our residents enjoying themselves and each other.

10.01.2022 We are asking the wider Aberlea community to help us in discouraging people from restricted postcodes from attending Aberlea during the current lockdown period. Please read more from our Resident Liaison Officer Debi McAuliffe here...

10.01.2022 As promised, heres more of our wonderful residents sharing their special messages and advice on how to cope with these unprecedented times.

10.01.2022 We had a wonderful surprise delivery from the Mortlake Kindergarten last Thursday. Some beautiful and amazing artwork was dropped off to brighten our dining rooms. The residents loved looking at the pictures and especially the window rainbows.... We were so touched by the special letter that accompanied the artwork. How beautiful xoxo

09.01.2022 Today we spent time with the residents talking to them about the importance of R U Ok? Day. We discussed why it is more important to check on others during these trying times. All our wonderful residents were happy that we were having the discussion and understood the importance of checking in on others - with many reminiscing about how they coped when times were tough. ... So dont forget to check in on friends, family and colleagues because you never know when they may need you. If you or a loved one needs immediate support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for a confidential chat any time of day or night. You can find other support services at www.ruok.org.au/findhelp These services are for everyone - whether you need a listening ear or are concerned about someone else. #RUOKDay #RUOK #RUOKeveryday #theresmoretosay #letstalk

08.01.2022 A casual position is available here at Aberlea Mortlake for an energetic, reliable person to join our experienced outdoor team. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, who can work with the values of our business and be committed to delivering a quality service to our customers. Applications close on Friday, September 18. ... Please read more on our website here... #vacancy #jobopportunity #jobseeker #jobsearch #aberlea #mortlake

06.01.2022 Yesterday a couple of our staff brought some of their family pets in for the residents to pat, hold and snuggle. We had Cupcake and Snowball (lambs in nappies), Narla the Ragdoll cat (who didnt want to go home), Charlie the chocolate lab (who was celebrating his 1st birthday) and Paris and Adelaide (the budgies). The residents enjoyed seeing all the animals and loved to share stories of their own pets with our staff.... Happy Thursday!

04.01.2022 We currently have a vacancy for a permanent part-time Enrolled Nurse (predominantly for night duty). The successful applicant will have a commitment to aged care and the professional skills to ensure the provision of high quality care for the residents of Aberlea. A sound understanding of contemporary dementia care is essential for this role.... Please read more here...

04.01.2022 Thank you all for continuing to work with us in implementing the multiple measures we have in place to protect our residents. Specifically, we now require face masks to be worn onsite. On behalf of everyone at Aberlea, our CEO David Knight thanks you all for your uptake and compliance with this important infection control measure. Please read more from David here...

04.01.2022 Aberlea is a community owned, not for profit aged care and associated aged care services’ provider with facilities in Mortlake and Timboon. As part of the next phase of our organisation development, we are looking to strengthen our Board’s Governance Capability with members with expertise and experience in areas including but not limited to: Accounting and Board Finances... Clinical Care Project Management Legal Experience Marketing Experience Aged Care A Board Member Information Pack is available from Judi Robertson at Aberlea on 03 5599 2756 or [email protected] Further details can be obtained from Board Chairman Mick Murphy OAM on 0418 991 750. David Knight, Interim CEO

04.01.2022 Our CEO David Knight and Board chairman Mick Murphy OAM wanted to send a special message to our amazing team on this day - Aged Care Employee Day.

04.01.2022 Whilst there has been a general easing of COVID-19 restrictions in our community, we continue to remain vigilant. Please read the latest update from our CEO David Knight here...

03.01.2022 Sunday was a Mothers Day that will never be forgotten for residents here at Aberlea in Mortlake when sons and daughters met various COVID-19 guidelines for a special visit. Aberlea resident liaison officer Debi McAuliffe said strict adherence to the visitation guidelines meant many family members were able to visit their mum or grandmother. Please read the full story here...

02.01.2022 We had some fun and excitement in our mews today with a friendly little visitor doing some tricks at the window wanting to come in and join the residents. One residents said it was better than going to the Melbourne zoo.

02.01.2022 How beautiful it was to receive this note from the family of Lindsay Moloney who we miss every day xoxo. Our community is the best and its so wonderful to know that people like Gabrielle are thinking about our team, our residents and how unique it is to be inside Aberlea at the moment with limited access to the outside world. Stay strong everyone, follow the rules, look after each other and well get through this time together.

01.01.2022 Please be aware that we are experiencing technical issues with our phone system. Our main numbers (5599 2901 & 5599 2756) have been diverted to 0491 905 548 and should be ringing through, but if you experience any issues you can ring this mobile number directly. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

01.01.2022 We are currently seeking applications from qualified Personal Care Assistants for permanent part-time and casual positions. Applications close on Friday, August 28. Please read more here...

01.01.2022 Our residents would like to share some special messages and advice on how to cope with these unprecedented times. So much wisdom and worldly experience!

01.01.2022 We have only one independent living unit to build to fulfil the community’s initial vision for Aberlea Timboon, but moves are already afoot to grow our plans even further. Advisory Committee chair Martin Van de Wouw said the focus at the moment though was finding a resident or couple for Unit 4 which was recently vacated after the former tenant moved into residential care. That’s a bit of a milestone for Aberlea Timboon as well having the first of our original tenants move... out and into assisted living, he said. So, we would really like to find a new tenant as soon as possible for Unit Four as occupancy of the facility is the key to funding any future plans. Please read the full media release here...