Fish and Chip Friday on the menu

Sat, 14 Dec 2013 23:48:22 +0000

Due to popular demand, and the summer evenings getting longer, James and the team in the Cafe have extended the Fish and Chips Friday for another month.

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We welcome Tom and Julie Evans

Dan J — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 19:16:35 +0000

Durham Green recently welcomed our newest residents, Tom and Julie Evans.

Tom and Julie have moved from their house in Campbelltown and are excited to be starting their new life in the Village.

Moving to Durham Green was the easiest Retirement decision we have made so far. We knew from the moment we were greeted by the friendly staff that this was going to be our new home

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Thursday Snooker Competition more popular

Dan J — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 11:27:56 +0000

Thursday afternoons become lively and boisterous as the sharp shooters from the Durham Green Village gather at the Clubhouse for the weekly snooker competition!

Last Thursday, 10 of our residents put their skills on display.

As always, there can only be one winner and this time it was Jack Smith who played exceptionally well! Congratulations Jack!

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The Perfect Neighbor

Dan J — Tue, 03 Sep 2013 18:14:35 +0000

George Hanger is everything a person could want in a neighbour and represents everything Neighbourhood Day is about. The 72-year-old Durham Green resident isn’t shy of lending a hand to fellow residents and he’s happy to do it.

He is the kind of neighbour Melbourne resident Elsie Browncould have used eight years ago. Her remains were discovered by police two years after she died alone in her flat. It was because of her story that Red Cross communications manager Andrew Heslop created Neighbour Day. On Sunday, March 29, people are encouraged to celebrate the day with their neighbours through a barbecue, street party or whatever people think is fi tting.Mr. Hanger believes the atmosphere at the Menangle Retirement Village he calls home is one of mateship between residents and that’s why he’s happy to help out.

“If anybody needs a hand I’m always willing to give it, if I can,” he said.

“Someone wanted some shelving put up so I did that and another person needed some painting done and I helped with that too. “I always give people a lift into town as well if they need to get there.” For more details on Neighbour Day, visit www.neighbourday.org

From the Macarthur Chronicle, March 3rd 2009.

Written by reporter David Campbell.

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Durham Green GM shares her thoughts

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:15:49 +0000

Care Manager B-e Vaenzuela’ philosophy is simple. “We want everyone who lives in the Manor to feel that it is their home,” she said. “When someone moves into the Manor it should be that they are moving to their new home where they and their family feel comfortable in living and visiting. “We think that it’s very important to give people choice, so there are no set times for people to visit; like in your own home you receive visitors when you wish to. “Everyone is welcome to personalize their bedroom, have their own bed spread and include pieces of their furniture.

“The major difference between the Manor and most people’s houses is that not many of us have 67 bedrooms!” said B-e. And in keeping with the nonstop activity that is a mark of the Village, there is no let up at the Manor for those who wish to be active. Every day there are gentle exercise classes as well as morning and afternoon tea along with regular parties including local Entertainers. Visits from Year 11 and 12 students from William Carey Christian School who give great facials and foot spas are a particular hit! B-e explained that for those who wished to venture further afield there are plenty of opportunities.

“There are many excursions from trips to the local shops, perhaps a visit to a nearby Club or sometimes for a day trip including a picnic. “Life is never dull at the Manor!” said B-e

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Durham Green Village

Dan J — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:53:39 +0000

Durham Green is set in the beautiful country town of Menangle, NSW. Just a 10 minute drive from bustling Camden and Campbelltown and an easy hours drive from Sydney. The homes are spacious and the gardens beautifully manicured.

Durham Green offers a continuum of care, from independent living to our Extra Services Aged Care Facility, The Manor. But it’s what you can’t see – the strong sense of community and quality of lifestyle – that makes living at Durham Green Retirement Village special.

We invite you to come and visit us.

We are open Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm, Saturday 10am – 3pm and Sundays by appointment.

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Blue Hills Village

Dan J — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:49:05 +0000

Blue Hills Village is a contemporary retirement village reserved exclusively for retirees 55 years and over.

The Blue Hills Village Club is designed to maximize your living experience giving you a life of reward & enjoyment.

The Blue Hills’ staff are available to help you with a range of services to make your life easy-going & pleasant.

A selection of housing is available to suit your needs and lifestyle requirements.

A fully functional special care unit for retirees that need day to day assistance.

The development & management of Blue Hills Retirement Village is provided by Tulich Family Communities..

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Blue Hills Manor

Dan J — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:40:07 +0000

“Blue Hills is designed in a way where we can put our minds at rest that she is safe and being cared for while my mum can still maintain her independence as long as possible”

“The staff at the Manor are extremely patient and caring and work to the highest standard”

Angela Valentine
Daughter of Resident
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“The special care and time you put into organising my surprise party made it a really happy time for everyone who attended from the Village and the Manor. I am grateful for all the efforts that you made to make the morning such a great success”

Mollie Chapman
Resident who celebrated her 95th Birthday at Blue Hills
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“I have seen a remarkable turnaround in my mother she looks much more relaxed and much happier in herself. Although the pain she suffers is still ongoing, the divisional therapy and personal contact with staff and residents distracts her mind from this discomfort”

“Mum feels safe at Blue Hills Manor knowing that if she has a fall or becomes ill care is on hand. This is something that we, her children have benefited from as well. The fear that mum may be lying at home hurt and not being able to get help was always in the back of our minds. It is this reason that we are indebted to you but also thank you from us for the care of our mother”

Fred Conyers
Son of Resident

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Durham Green community continues to grow

Dan J — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:24:52 +0000

There are now only a few of our spacious two bedroom homes left in stage 1e and 1f

They represent excellent value for money and are packed with features normally never seen in comparable sized villas.

The ALTONA, PICKERING, and WHITBY ?oorplans all feature: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious formal and informal living areas, and many other great and inventive ideas such as elevated power and service points, 24 hour emergency call systems in 3 locations throughout the homes, 9’ ceilings, private drying courts, separate courtyards and gardens.

They are all fully tiled, carpeted, and ready for you to move straight in.Also, don’t forget the oven, cook-top, washer/dryer, range hood, dishwashers, and ducted air conditioning are all included, which means that you have no expensive add-ons before you move in. Join Michael Turkic for a coffee at the Bistro and he will be happy to show you around our community.

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Summertime Happy Hour

Dan J — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 19:14:35 +0000

Our residents have been enjoying the air conditioned comfort of the Clubhouse in the last few weeks, particularly the men who are also enjoying the cricket on the big screen!

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