William Cape Gardens in Kanwal, New South Wales, Australia | Retirement and care home

William Cape Gardens

Locality: Kanwal, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 4392 4111

Address: 40 Pearce Rd 2259 Kanwal, NSW, Australia

Website: http://williamcapegardens.com.au

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24.01.2022 Did you know that solving problems can help you unwind? Have a crack at this month's Cranbrook Cranial Challenge.

22.01.2022 Did you know that dementia can be reversed if caught early enough? By focusing on all the factors that affect the brain including diet, exercise, stress, nutritional deficiencies and hormonal imbalances, we can help our cognitive function to revert to a healthier state.

21.01.2022 Today, and every other day, we are grateful for those who put their life on the line for this beautiful country we call home. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. Lest we forget.

20.01.2022 The residents were excited to have a bus outing now that restrictions have been lifted again. We loaded up the bus and set off for a drive to Catherine Hill Bay. The sun coming out has also allowed time to enjoy the outdoors and our beautiful garden. We also played some memory games and celebrated Tom's birthday. Tom enjoying being the centre of attention on his birthday

19.01.2022 One in three Australians over the age of 50 suffers from hearing loss. This number rises to one in two after the age of 60. Only one fifth of Australians who could benefit from a hearing aid actually use one. While hearing loss can be a result of ageing or genetics, one third of people acquire their hearing loss through preventable means. Here are our top tips for preventing hearing loss.

17.01.2022 Here at William Cape Gardens we have adapted some of our Leisure & Lifestyle programming. While smaller group activities are still available, we've moved some of the classes to a digital format: Cranbrook Lifestyle. Cranbrook Lifestyle TV runs each day from 10.00am through to late afternoon. The program changes regularly but has similar themes each week - learn a language, exercise and movement, music appreciation, art and culture and masterclass/documentaries.

16.01.2022 Our residents are gearing up for Christmas with only a few more sleeps until Santa comes to town. They have been busy with Christmas activities, from helping to decorate the tree, enjoying a Christmas concert, to a bus outing to see the local Christmas lights. The festive season is certainly here!

16.01.2022 A little slower pace for our residents this week. This gave us time to get back to our exercise routines. We enjoyed some group exercises as well as walking in the garden taking in our beautiful gardens that are in full bloom.

16.01.2022 Regular brain training is known to increase your concentration. Can you crack this month's Cranbrook Cranial Challenge?

16.01.2022 The Week That Was - a weekly newsletter sent to families of the residents at William Cape Gardens - brings you news and activities that took place recently at our residence. A snapshot of daily life with your loved ones

13.01.2022 This week it was the men's turn to take over in the kitchen and they did it with gusto. A cooking session was on offer and the boys in Elm baked a carrot cake, the ladies didn’t want to entertain the thought! The men loved it especially the eating part! It looks like we may have some new baking suppliers for the Café in our midst.

12.01.2022 Celebrating Aged Care Employee Day. Today we celebrate and honour our tireless and dedicated staff. We thank you all for the care and joy you bring each day to our residents. Sweet treats will be shared with all today, as well as sharing kind messages of gratitude which have been written by residents and their families. #Thanksforcaring

12.01.2022 We are so proud of the beautiful gardens we have cultivated at William Cape Gardens. There are many benefits of gardens, and we hope that all our wonderful residents get to enjoy them.

12.01.2022 A busy and fun week for the residents with Halloween and the Melbourne Cup celebrations only days apart. Who doesn't love a dress up scary or fancy as can be seen with the residents this week. We think we had the best looking filly's in the field and our horses were pretty cute too!

12.01.2022 Did you know that trying to spot the difference between two images uses three major parts of your brain and challenges short term memory? Let us know in the comments how many differences you can spot.

12.01.2022 The weather has not been kind to us this week, so we have been playing indoor games and reminiscing about our past pets who were dearly loved. We also celebrated a birthday which is always fun and enjoyed some tasty cake from our very able kitchen team.

12.01.2022 Eating healthily and staying fit is important at any age. As we get older our bodies have different needs and certain nutrients become especially important for good health.

12.01.2022 From all of the team at Cranbrook Care, Happy Australia Day. We wish you all a wonderful day celebrating this beautiful country we call home.

11.01.2022 When eaten as a part of a balanced, healthy diet, Omega-3 fatty acids are proven to reduce inflammation that causes diseases such as heart disease, cancer and arthritis. A rich source of Omega-3 fatty acid can be found in flax seeds. For optimal use, seeds can be crushed and added to breakfast cereals, juices, smoothies and mixed into salads. Walnuts, avocadoes and fatty fish are also fantastic options.

11.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all our dads in the William Cape Gardens community! We hope you have a lovely day filled with lots of love.

11.01.2022 At William Cape Gardens we are open for new residents to move in. We have strict visitor policies and safety measures in place to keep our current and new residents in the best hands possible. If you're looking for an aged care residence for your loved one, please contact us today to arrange a tour.

09.01.2022 The festive season can often be a lonely time for elderly people. At Cranbrook Care, we hope our residents will have an enjoyable Christmas.

09.01.2022 Happy International Day of Older Persons! The 1st of October, 2020 marks the 30th anniversary of International Day of Older Persons. Ageism prevents us from embracing our own ageing as well as being open-hearted with older people in our midst.... Ask yourself today how you feel about your own ageing; and how the older people around you know you value them. #Changethewayyouthinkaboutage

09.01.2022 #ThanksforCaring Cranbrook Care as you celebrated Aged Care Employee Day #ACED2020

08.01.2022 This week we enjoyed a relaxing afternoon of Jazz Vibes with entertainment from a Jazz duo, we love having live music. It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas here as well with us helping to decorate the tree this week. An event always to look forward to.

07.01.2022 As we age our skin goes through change. Over time, it will grow thinner, meaning it is less able to protect and rejuvenate itself. This is why providing extra care to your skin during the warmer months is so important.

07.01.2022 Footy fever has hit us here this week at William Cape Gardens with both Rugby League and AFL finals upon us. The staff delighted in showing off their team colours and we found a few die-hard footy fans within our residents as well. We enjoyed some football themed games and football trivia. We know the TV screens will be in high demand this weekend to watch the finals.

04.01.2022 Brain training challenges the brain's dynamic ability to change and adapt. Studies show that regular brain training improves memory, function, and processing speed.

04.01.2022 Looking for a little lunchtime inspiration? Try Cranbrook Care's Executive Chef, Ashley's Soupe de Poisson. Soupe de Poisson originates in Provence in the south of France. Traditionally it contains a selection of seafood, fennel, saffron plus lots of garlic! It is very easy to make and is delicious enjoyed with a crusty baguette and a glass of Grenache. The traditional recipe contains whole fish and crustacean. However, Ashley has adapted it so the residents of Bayswater Gar...dens can enjoy it too. Soupe de Poisson Ingredients: 1 small head fennel, chopped finely 1 onion, chopped finely 4 cloves garlic, chopped finely 1 small carrot chopped finely 12 a celery stick, chopped finely 12 cup leek, finely chopped 50g butter pinch saffron threads 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 cup white wine 300-400g mixed fish pieces (including salmon) 1200ml water 1 tbsp. rice 100 ml thickened cream 1 Tbsp fish or shellfish stock powder 14 bunch dill, chopped 14 cup chives, finely chopped Method: 1. Heat the butter with a little oil in a large pot and add the finely chopped vegetables. Sweat until all becoming soft. 2. Add garlic, saffron, rice and tomato paste, stirring constantly. Be careful not to burn. 3. Add wine and bring to the boil. 4. Add water and stock powder. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for about 30 minutes. 5. Add the fish pieces and the cream. Continue to cook for approx. 10 minutes. 6. Remove from the heat and add the dill. 7. Blend as finely as possible. More water may be required if too thick. 8. Add salt & pepper to taste. More stock powder may also be added instead of salt. 9. Stir in chives before serving. Serves 4-6

03.01.2022 The new year has seen our residents back into the swing of daily activities including painting, crafts and seated exercise. The sun coming out has also allowed time to enjoy the outdoors and our beautiful garden. With Australia Day celebrations coming up soon we have also been busy designing and decorating our own boomerangs.

03.01.2022 Our Executive Chef, Ashley, has created this delicious White Christmas Slice to share with the families of our residents to help bring festive feelings to your kitchen. Ingredients 500g white cooking chocolate 1 cup rice bubbles... 100g red glace cherries 100g green glace cherries 1 tsp Almond Essence (optional) cup slivered almonds cup shelled pistachio nuts 75g sultanas 1 cup sundried cranberries 1 cup (90g) desiccated coconut 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Method 1. Preheat an oven to 160C. Place chocolate in a metal bowl and place over a water bath on the stove to melt, stirring regularly. 2. Place both types of nuts on a baking tray and gently roast for 10-12 minutes; remove and allow to cool to room temperature. 3. Add all remaining ingredients to the melted chocolate and stir well until combined. 4. Line a shallow baking tin or dish with baking paper. Pour chocolate mixture into tray, spreading evenly into the corners. 5. Place a sheet of baking paper over the mix and press down firmly, to ensure there are no air bubbles. 6. Refrigerate overnight to set firm. 7. To turn out, run a hot knife around the edges. Flip onto a chopping board, then remove the paper. 8. Cut into desired shapes and sizes. Serve immediately of return to the fridge for later.

02.01.2022 Make your New Year's resolution to boost your brain power. Can you crack this month's Cranbrook Cranial Challenge? Comment your answer below.