Forest Lake Lodge in Forest Lake, Queensland | Retirement and care home

Forest Lake Lodge

Locality: Forest Lake, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3278 9486

Address: 12 Tewantin Way Forest Lake 4078 Forest Lake, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.forestlakelodge.com.au

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25.01.2022 Start your 2021 volunteer experience with Forest Lake Lodge. Our amazing lifestyle team are searching for volunteers to support residents with a number of activities. You’ll spend your day bringing joy and happiness to our residents through one-on-one or group activities. If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, contact Judy on 07 3278 9486 or comment below and we’ll get in touch.

25.01.2022 On this #InternationalNursesDay, we acknowledge our hardworking, dedicated and compassionate nurses, for the care they provide to our residents. Thank you!

24.01.2022 We're thrilled loved ones can once again visit our facility and reconnect with residents. A reminder, our facility is open from 6am - 6pm, 7 days per week. If on occasion loved ones would like to visit residents outside these hours, please contact our office before 6pm to allow time for screening arrangements that meet Queensland Health protocols. We are still required to practice COVID checks until further notice. Thank you all for your understanding.

24.01.2022 Happy Melbourne Cup Day! We’d like to thank Thoroughbred Racing History Association for sending some gorgeous photos to a horse enthusiast living with a diagnosis of dementia in our 'Memory Retreat'. Today we decorated his room with the photos to create a personalised space, promoting the best care and support and encouraging individuality. #lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

24.01.2022 WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU Today, Queensland Health announced restrictions will ease for greater Brisbane and surrounds, and Aged Care facilities in those areas can receive visitors. We’re happy to advise families and loved ones can finally visit our facility from 8am tomorrow, 25th September. It’s important to remember, we must stay alert and practice good hygiene. We’re also implementing the following guidelines to all visitors. - Must have evidence of Flu injection - Tempe...rature at the gate including questions regarding any cough, cold or sore throat. - Only two visitors per family - Please avoid crowded places if taking a resident outside no shopping centres etc If you have any questions, please call our office. See you soon.

23.01.2022 We are delighted to inform families and our community, from 1am today, 22nd January, we can once again accept visitors at our facility. Thank you all for your patience and understanding during this time. Please note, as per the Aged Care directive set by the Queensland Government, all visitors must wear masks when visiting. All other COVID safe practices such as social distancing and regular hand washing are also still in place. If you have any questions, please contact our ...office. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

21.01.2022 Have you seen our short videos yet? If you want to know what it’s like to live, care for or train at Forest Lake Lodge, head to our video channel here - https://vimeo.com/user118721472 Have you got a suggestion for a new video? Comment below and let us know what you’d like to see.... #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

21.01.2022 Today, on #RemembranceDay, we honour the fallen men and women for their service and sacrifice. We also recognise our First Nations people who have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years as we celebrate NAIDOC week. Residents marked the occasion with some painting and reflecting. #lestweforget #Alwayswas #Alwayswillbe

20.01.2022 We're taking full advantage of the sun shining today. Residents enjoyed a lovely morning tea in the garden, while the rain took a break. #lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

19.01.2022 Today is Aged Care Employee Day, and to show our appreciation, we hosted a lovely morning tea for our employees. During such a difficult time, we're especially grateful for the tireless efforts of our employees keeping our residents safe and well, day and night. More than ever, we have learnt how important it is that our community receive quality care and support, and without our carers, this wouldn't be possible. So today, and every day, we say #thanksforcaring. ... Please join us below and comment your thanks and appreciation.

19.01.2022 Despite all the lockdown measures, we’re still going to have some Easter fun with staff and residents. Easter is a significant time in Christian faith, and whether you believe this tradition or not, it is a timely reminder to reset and recharge. Please note, our admin office will be closed over the Easter break, however our afterhours staff can be reached on 07 3278 9486. We will advise of restrictions lifting as soon as Queensland Health has made the announcement. We wish everyone a wonderful break with family and friends.#staysafe

19.01.2022 We’d like to thank Ironside State School for their lovely gifts. Some of our residents participated in their year two Kindness Project where they took a trip down memory lane and recalled their time back at school. The year two students then made gift bags inspired by each of the resident stories. We’re so happy to continue to make connections with our community and connect with people young and not so young.

19.01.2022 This year hasn’t been easy but we’re grateful to have an amazing community behind us. Last week Forest Lake Shopping Centre donated hand sanitisers to our staff during lock down, just to say thank you for all their hard work. We’re all in this together!

18.01.2022 Forest Lake Lodge is on the lookout for a Business Support Officer. Working three days per week, you’ll spend your day supporting the CEO with administrative tasks. You’ll need excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Find out more here - https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/careers

18.01.2022 Have you completed a Certificate III in Aged Care and require Manual Handling completion? Forest Lake Lodge is offering a special for students to complete a certified manual handling course in a current aged care setting. The course is run by two highly qualified Manual Handling champions who have been working in Aged care for many years. We are offering six students to be trained over a two hour period for just $250. For more information, contact us on 07 3278 9486.

16.01.2022 Our team is growing! We're seeking an administration extraordinaire to support the CEO and departments with high quality customer service and administrative tasks. Apply here https://lnkd.in/gBNqHf5

16.01.2022 An Important Message from our CEO As you may have heard on the news, two young women from Acacia Ridge and Logan area, recently travelled to and from Melbourne have tested positive for COVID-19. All Aged Care facilities in the south of Brisbane have now been instructed to go into lock down as a precaution for 48hrs. Only staff, paramedics and GP’s will be allowed on site. Rest assured we do not have any active cases at Forest Lake Lodge and we'll keep you informed on any dev...elopments. We have sufficient PPE and resources in place should it be needed. I am extremely disappointed that we must take this action, however the health of all your loved ones is our most important priority. Please call the office if you have any questions. Regards, Lenora Steele

16.01.2022 Take a look at our future #clinicians. We are so proud to guide and support QUT (Queensland University of Technology) students, ensuring they get the best experience aged care has to offer. Want to know more about our #student placement program? Contact our team today.

16.01.2022 When you walk through our doors, you’re likely to notice our gorgeous flower arrangements. This meaningful activity, which stimulates the senses, is enjoyed by many of our residents. They love to chat while arranging, brightening their day and our beautiful facility. #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

14.01.2022 An Important reminder Queensland's Chief Health Officer has acted preemptively to lock down all residential aged care facilities in the Metro South Health catchment of Brisbane, effective immediately. Aged care facilities should have received a letter from the Chief Health Officer on Wednesday 29 July 2020. The letter provides guidance on implementing precautionary measures to protect residents, after the confirmation of positive COVID-19 cases in the Logan and Acacia Ridge a...reas. Immediate action is required to: - lock down the facility to non-essential visitors - stop staff working across facilities or, where not possible, use additional precautionary measures e.g. PPE, staff records etc. - increase vigilance using the current assessment processes for the health of staff entering a facility. More information on Queensland’s Chief Health Officer public health directions can be viewed here - https://bit.ly/3hQ8QwF Also, please note, our facility remains COVID-19 free and residents are in good spirits. We'll keep families informed on any directives from Queensland Health as we receive them. As always, If you are unsure about what these measures mean for you or your loved one, please call our office on 07 3278 9486. Stay safe.

14.01.2022 Its been a very challenging time recently. But we want to assure you, residents are doing well and still smiling. To brighten your mood, check out our lovely artist Margaret in this new short video. Margaret is one of our artistic residents who loves painting by numbers. And when she's finished creating, she loves to enjoy a cup of tea while overlooking our beautiful grounds. We ensure residents shine at our facility and continue doing what they love. Contact our office to stay connected to your loved ones during this time. Stay safe. https://vimeo.com/441911550

14.01.2022 We are very proud of our diverse and inclusive community. This includes a variety of cuisines for our residents to enjoy. This week, we have delicious Vietnamese rice paper rolls on the menu and residents are loving it! Find out more about our meals here https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/our-menu. And next month’s menu will be available on our website soon, so watch this space!

13.01.2022 Do you want to know why residents love living at Forest Lake Lodge? Listen to what they have to say here https://vimeo.com/436974329

13.01.2022 Last week, we received some beautiful desert roses from a wonderful member of our community. Residents had a great time planting the roses in the sunshine, keeping them active and healthy. #LifeHappens at Forest Lake Lodge

13.01.2022 We want to connect with our community, so we've created a monthly employee spotlight. Over the coming months, you'll get the chance to learn a little more about our amazing staff. This month, we'd like to introduce Carolyn Wilson who is our care and Governance Manager. Read more from our latest blog here https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au//yqq7gdmb0yqyhjef4n59f9

13.01.2022 Thank you to The Premier of Queensland Annastacia Palaszczuk MP and her dad for treating us to a special visit this week. #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

13.01.2022 Meet Barry. Barry has been doing pyrography woodburning since he was a teenager and continues to do what he loves at Forest Lake Lodge. We welcome individuality and ensure residents continue living life to the fullest.Watch here https://vimeo.com/441213323?activityReferer=1 #lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

13.01.2022 For National Palliative Care week, we want to recognise and celebrate our dedicated staff working in palliative care. Palliative care is more than end-of-life care. We are honoured to be present with those nearing the end of life’s journey, and help them live as well as possible with dignity and respect.

13.01.2022 We'd like to send a big thank you to Spotlight for their donation to support us create a sensory wall within our dementia unit. For those who live with a diagnosis of dementia, many aspects of everyday living are a challenge. We wanted to create a point of intertest for residents to look and touch to help stimulate their senses therefore creating a positive experience. And a very special thank you to the wonderful customer service officer in Springwood who helped us pull all the fabrics together.

13.01.2022 We’ve missed our pal Domino so much and very happy to see him again. Thank you to our friends at Delta Therapy Dogs for making this happen. Have a PAWrific day everyone!

12.01.2022 We remain in lockdown and will advise families of any changes as soon as we hear from the Queensland Government regarding accessibility to Aged Care facilities. Remember, we have a vulnerable community to keep safe, therefore we have to be extra cautious. Thank you for your understanding.

12.01.2022 An important message to families We’re happy to report, The Chief Health Officer has removed the restricted category for Aged Care facilities in South East Queensland. This means we can now receive visits from family and friends. We know how challenging it’s been for loved ones so this news could not come sooner. Please note, we’re still taking caution and will continue to implement strict hygiene protocols and social distancing. Also, you won’t be able to visit the facility if you’ve been overseas, are unwell or have not had the flu shot. For more information about the current Aged care direction, please view here - https://bit.ly/2DOhjBS Thank you to everyone for your continued support and patience. We hope to welcome you soon!

12.01.2022 A new Industry Code for visiting Residential Aged Care Homes during COVID-19 has been released. The Code creates a nationally consistent approach that ensures residents can receive visitors while minimising the risk of spreading COVID-19. Forest Lake Lodge has updated its visitation policy for the protection of residents, in-line with the code and the Department of Health’s guidelines. Read more https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/coronavirus

11.01.2022 Thank you Forest Lake Shopping Centre for this special Mother's Day gift! Our residents were thrilled to hear from their loved ones. https://www.facebook.com/ForestLakeShopping/videos/169107654474512/

11.01.2022 As you may have seen, Greater Brisbane will be going into a three-day lockdown from 5pm today. Meanwhile, our facility remains in lockdown and we will advise families and our community of any changes as they are received from Queensland Health. Don’t forget, if you are a loved one and want to be included in our communication email alerts, please contact the office to update your details. To put a smile on your face, take a look at a photo taken last week of our Zumba class which support residents to stay active and healthy. Stay safe

10.01.2022 Today is Vietnamese National Day. The day marks Vietnam's declaration of independence from France on this day in 1945. To celebrate, residents enjoyed a delicious menu of Vietnamese cuisines. Our wonderful chef made Beef Pho noodle soup, Lemongrass chicken, Crème coconut rice pudding and in the afternoon, Yum Cha was served. #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge, even in Lockdown!

10.01.2022 We're thrilled to announce that Forest Lake Lodge will once again be able to accept visitors from 6am Thursday 15 April, 2021. This welcomed news comes from the recent announcement from Queensland Health, that Queensland remains free of community transmission of COVID-19, therefore Aged Care facilities will come out of lockdown. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

10.01.2022 To kick off our 'Fall’s Awareness Month', we’d like to share our falls prevention strategies to ensure residents and the elderly in our community remain happy and safe. Read more in our latest blog https://lnkd.in/gknjWHV

10.01.2022 An important message to families Due to the recent announcement regarding the coronavirus cases at the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre in Wacol, we have been advised to go into lock-down effective immediately. Families and loved ones will not be permitted to visit the facility until further notice. We don’t have any active cases at present and will closely monitor symptoms of our residents. We will update families as we get more information in the coming days. Please call our office if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support and stay safe.

10.01.2022 We’d like to thank Forest Lake Shopping Centre for providing us with this generous gift. Creating a fun and welcoming home for residents is a gift in itself, but we’re grateful to have community partners who continue to support the work we do.

10.01.2022 A MESSAGE TO FAMILIES Firstly, we’d like to thank all our families and community for their continued support during this public health emergency. Family members should have received a letter from our CEO yesterday providing an update on the Aged care direction. If you haven’t received this, please call our office to update your details.... A few notes to remember: - The lock down will remain in effect until the Chief Health Officer deems it safe to remove. This may extend to 17th August, 2020. - It's very important to keep residents connected to families to reduce loneliness, fear and depression. Please make an appointment with our Lifestyle team to connect via Skype, phone, fax, social media, letters, cards etc. We could even take small videos and SMS’s - All staff are now required to wear face masks on site. - No visitors are allowed onsite until further notice. Thank you for your support and patience as we get through this challenging time. Please stay safe!

06.01.2022 Christmas Party for our Residents and Families in Memory Retreat. A lovely day with music, dancing and lunch.

05.01.2022 This year, more than ever, we need to stay connected and reach out to those around us. To celebrate #RUOKDay2020 staff and residents took some time yesterday to reflect on our mental health and well-being and ensure we are doing what we can to support those around us. We encourage you to go to www.ruok.org.au to learn more about keeping the conversation going when someone says that they are not okay.

05.01.2022 A message to families You may have noticed visitation restrictions in Aged care facilities have been lifted in some parts of Brisbane. This is not the case for Aged Care facilities around Forest Lake, therefore Forest Lake Lodge remains under lock-down. Rest assured, as soon as Queensland Health update visitation guidelines in Forest Lake, we will notify family members and loved ones immediately via their preferred contact details. You may want to check your contact details a...nd call the office if you’d like this updated. We currently have no cases within our facility and continue to closely monitor symptoms of our residents. Remember, if families wish to connect with their loved ones through Skype, please call our office and we’ll be happy to make arrangements. We are also happy to deliver packages to residents. Please call the office to arrange a time and we’ll meet with you at the front gate. Thank you for your continued support and stay safe.

05.01.2022 Our residents enjoyed a morning of car racing this week. The tracks were donated by a staff member and were set up for residents to enjoy as part of their lifestyle Program. Soon we’ll be publishing our monthly lifestyle programs on our website, so watch this space. #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge

04.01.2022 Today was a very special day. Families and loved ones were reunited after being in lockdown for many weeks. We also ended the week with a special morning tea in support of Dementia Action week. This gorgeous picture is of a resident enjoying time with her daughter in our highly supportive Dementia unit. As a community, it's vital we educate ourselves about Dementia and help shape a more empathetic and informed community to enable those with a diagnosis of Dementia to continue to shine. Please visit Dementia Australia for more information.

04.01.2022 A recent announcement from Queensland Health stated restrictions are being lifted from Aged Care Facilities. Find out what this means for residents and families here - https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/coronavirus

04.01.2022 Every year, our volunteers take time out of their busy schedules to support our residents in any way they can. During National Volunteer week, we want to acknowledge our volunteers and send a wave of appreciation. Thank you for your continued support. #waveforvolunteers

03.01.2022 Important visitation update for families. The Queensland Government recently updated the aged care visitation policy. Please note the following: From 1AM December 1, 2020... - The two-person visitor limit has been removed, just in time for Christmas. If you would like to arrange a special family lunch/dinner, please contact the office. You can also take advantage of our new meal delivery and catering service found here - https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/catering - You can now enter our facility without having the flu vaccination, as the peak of 2020 influenza season is over. - Children under the age of 16, can enter our facility - COVID-safe precautions are still in place including good hygiene practice, temp checks and questioning at the gate and social distancing. Thank you all for the support you have continuously shown us this year.

03.01.2022 This week, we’ve been speaking with carers and residents, asking them to share their journey into aged care and why they chose Forest Lake Lodge. Here are some behind the scenes photos, more to come so watch this space. #Wherelifehappens

03.01.2022 To support the next #generation of #care workers, we have partnered with QUT (Queensland University of Technology) and TAFE Queensland to empower, guide and help students experience first hand how to provide quality care to our ageing population. From manual handling to administering medication, students are provided with two weeks of in-depth hands-on training at our supportive facility. Here is what one of our students had to say Firstly, I want to thank the staff and nurses for being so welcoming and for guiding me through my first placement experience. It was a very eye-opening and heart touching experience and I have learnt so much in my short visit - QUT Nurse Student.

02.01.2022 Our beautiful outdoor community areas are perfect for residents to enjoy the sunshine and a game of Bocce. Here is a fun fact - Bocce is the third most popular sport in the world, after soccer and golf #Lifehappens at Forest Lake Lodge.

02.01.2022 An important update for residents, families and our community. Please view here https://lnkd.in/emtPv4i

02.01.2022 Dear residents, families, and friends, As the year comes to an end, we want to ensure residents can celebrate with their loved ones. It has been a very difficult year so it’s important we take some time to reconnect. Due to some restrictions still in place, we are unable to host our annual family Christmas party. However, families can still visit on Christmas day and enjoy a delicious roast lunch including dessert and drinks for $15. Our chefs are ready to delight you so let ...the office know by the 24th December and enjoy Christmas Day at Forest Lake Lodge. If you’re planning on taking your loved one out for Christmas Day please let the admin team know before the 24th December. Our office will be closed on Christmas Day. On behalf of all of us at Forest Lake Lodge, We’d like to thank you for your support and understanding during this unprecedented year and we look forward to a much brighter 2021.

02.01.2022 As featured in 'The Lake News', our latest blog is a celebration of our WW2 veterans who were recently honoured for their contribution to the Second World War. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/gvqUEVt

02.01.2022 This month, we welcome two care workers who came to us from Challenge Employment and Training - RTO 5388. While Brandy and Ship Kei were gaining experience in aged care, they loved supporting residents so much, they didn't want to leave. They are now proud Forest Lake Lodge employees, and we're happy to welcome them to the family. #wherelifehappens

02.01.2022 It’s been a while since Domino The Therapy Dog visited us and our residents are missing their furry friend. Hopefully it won’t be too long until we can give him a pat again!

01.01.2022 Even more great news! Since we are no longer considered to be a Restricted Local Government Area, the following is now allowed: - Residents may leave the facility for any reason. - Visitors are allowed to enter the facility.... - All staff, students, contractors, visiting allied health and visitors do not need to wear a surgical mask whilst on site. Thank you to our amazing team and community partners for your support.

01.01.2022 We’re thrilled to share our new virtual tour to experience our #dementia community. We provide a welcoming home to support people living with dementia, which is enabling, safe and secure. Watch here https://vimeo.com/434524861 Please share and tag family and friends who may need support. We hope to welcome you to our community soon.... For more information, head to - https://www.forestlakelodge.com.au/memory-retreat