Men’s Health Week
Corpus Christi Community Greenvale fills a gap in the health system for marginalised men at risk of homelessness, complex health needs and addiction.
May 2024
Celebrating our nurses
Sunday 12 May is International Nurses Day (IND) – a time to acknowledge and celebrate the round-the-clock commitment nurses bring to those they care for.
National Volunteer Week
VMCH volunteer Carol Pickering celebrates almost half a century volunteering with our organisation.
Time for innovation in palliative care
A recent trip to Singapore has VMCH CEO Sonya Smart re-thinking the traditional delivery of palliative care within VMCH, and beyond.
Pastoral Care support
An important part of VMCH’s palliative care is its 27-person strong Pastoral Care team, who provide emotional and spiritual support to residents and families throughout their journey with VMCH.
Work It! fundraising appeal
‘Work It!’ aims to raise $80,000 to support young people with disabilities to get into the workforce and begin their journey to independence.
April 2024
Ready to Launch
An innovative home in Wangaratta is giving young locals with disability a springboard to launch their independence.
Parkinson’s Disease – Geoff’s journey
VMCH’s Cre8 Shed has given Geoff, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease aged just 42, a new lease on life.
March 2024
International Women’s Day
VMCH aged care resident Mavis, aged 101, reflects on her life as a woman and how society has changed ahead of International Women’s Day 2024.
Employment Partners People with Disability
Cody is one step closer to realising his dream of working in I.T thanks to VMCH’s Employment Pathways program.
February 2024
World Day of Social Justice
VMCH supports older vulnerable older people, like Paul, who do not have family or friends to help them find support services like home care and housing through our Housing and Care Connections (HCC) program.
Disability programs grow in Shepparton
A unique, new job skills program in Shepparton is giving local people with disability a vital outlet to learn practical skills, build independence and meet new friends.
December 2023
Christmas hamper appeal 2023
VMCH has launched its 2023 Christmas hamper appeal, aimed to ensure vulnerable people receive a little joy around the festive season. This year will be our biggest hamper drive yet, with 800 people in need across our affordable homes, home care, and disability services.
November 2023
World class retirement development begins
VMCH has celebrated a major milestone in its highly-anticipated, world-class retirement living precinct, St. Clare, in Kew. A Turning of the Sod event was held on 2 November, marking the first official day of construction.
VMCH and CCCG merge
Melbourne Archbishop Peter Comensoli has formally endorsed the merger of two Catholic organisations as they unite to support older men at risk of homelessness.
Int. Day of People with Disability 2023
VMCH is focussed on providing job training and employment opportunities for people with disability. Here we meet Tyson, who works in VMCH’s Green Team.
October 2023
St. Clare sets new standards in retirement
An exciting, world-class, over 55’s development is coming soon to prestigious Studley Park, Kew. St. Clare will offer a new standard of living for retirees with innovative architecture, expansive green spaces and breath-taking views.
Redesigning retirement with Woods Bagot
VMCH is thrilled to announce renowned global architecture studio Woods Bagot as the designer of its world-class, over 55’s development, St. Clare.
National Carer’s Week – Bendigo
Bendigo carer Nicole urges fellow carers to reach out for support during National Carer’s Week 2023.
Aged care ‘hospo’ hero
Not all heroes wear capes … some of them wear chef’s hats!
VMCH is thrilled to share our Head Chef Manager, Sanath Wanniarachchi, has been named a Hospitality & Lifestyle Aged Care (HLAC) Hero!
Pastoral Care Week 2023
October 22-28 is Pastoral Care Week, a time to acknowledge the important work of pastoral caregivers. VMCH has 24 Pastoral Care Practitioners (PCPs) who support residents, clients and their families across aged care, palliative care, affordable homes and disability services.
Life as a young carer
Maddy Oswald knows that being a young carer can be a tough gig. The 18-year-old is a full-time carer for her mum, Heidy, who struggles with complex mental health issues.
September 2023
Dementia Action Week 2023
An innovative dementia training program based around Montessori principles is helped staff to support aged care residents with dementia to live their best lives.
Kialla House meets regional demand
New Supported Independent Living accommodation in Shepparton meets demand from locals with disability like Teagan, who is looking for two new housemates.
August 2023
Supporting older men at risk of homelessness
VMCH and Corpus Christi Community Greenvale announce their intention to merge to support older men with a history of homelessness, complex health needs or addiction.
National Student Volunteer Week
Intergenerational volunteering connects residents living in aged care and young student volunteers.
July 2023
Aged Care Employee Day 2023
VMCH celebrates its hardworking aged care staff and says #ThanksForCaring during Aged Care Employee Day.
Intergenerational fun at Star of the Sea
An intergenerational program at Torquay social enterprise Star Cafe is bringing joy to trainees with disability, young cafe visitors, and residents at Star of the Sea aged care.
June 2023
Build a Shed appeal
VMCH launches a new appeal to raise funds to build Cre8 Sheds in Shepparton and Melbourne, providing people with disability a place to build on their jobs skills, independence, and make new friends. It follows the success of the Cre8 Shed in Wangaratta.
Home Care for Gippsland seniors
Meet Sylvia, one of 900 older people living in regional Victoria supported with a VMCH Home Care Package.
Can’t find the release you’re looking for?
Contact media@vmch.com.au
October 2023
St. Clare sets new standards in retirement
An exciting, world-class, over 55’s development is coming soon to prestigious Studley Park, Kew. St. Clare will offer a new standard of living for retirees with innovative architecture, expansive green spaces and breath-taking views.
Redesigning retirement with Woods Bagot
VMCH is thrilled to announce renowned global architecture studio Woods Bagot as the designer of its world-class, over 55’s development, St. Clare.
National Carer’s Week – Bendigo
Bendigo carer Nicole urges fellow carers to reach out for support during National Carer’s Week 2023.
Aged care ‘hospo’ hero
Not all heroes wear capes … some of them wear chef’s hats!
VMCH is thrilled to share our Head Chef Manager, Sanath Wanniarachchi, has been named a Hospitality & Lifestyle Aged Care (HLAC) Hero!
Pastoral Care Week 2023
October 22-28 is Pastoral Care Week, a time to acknowledge the important work of pastoral caregivers. VMCH has 24 Pastoral Care Practitioners (PCPs) who support residents, clients and their families across aged care, palliative care, affordable homes and disability services.
Life as a young carer
Maddy Oswald knows that being a young carer can be a tough gig. The 18-year-old is a full-time carer for her mum, Heidy, who struggles with complex mental health issues.
September 2023
Dementia Action Week 2023
An innovative dementia training program based around Montessori principles is helped staff to support aged care residents with dementia to live their best lives.
Kialla House meets regional demand
New Supported Independent Living accommodation in Shepparton meets demand from locals with disability like Teagan, who is looking for two new housemates.
August 2023
Supporting older men at risk of homelessness
VMCH and Corpus Christi Community Greenvale announce their intention to merge to support older men with a history of homelessness, complex health needs or addiction.
National Student Volunteer Week
Intergenerational volunteering connects residents living in aged care and young student volunteers.
July 2023
Aged Care Employee Day 2023
VMCH celebrates its hardworking aged care staff and says #ThanksForCaring during Aged Care Employee Day.
Intergenerational fun at Star of the Sea
An intergenerational program at Torquay social enterprise Star Cafe is bringing joy to trainees with disability, young cafe visitors, and residents at Star of the Sea aged care.
June 2023
Build a Shed appeal
VMCH launches a new appeal to raise funds to build Cre8 Sheds in Shepparton and Melbourne, providing people with disability a place to build on their jobs skills, independence, and make new friends. It follows the success of the Cre8 Shed in Wangaratta.
Home Care for Gippsland seniors
Meet Sylvia, one of 900 older people living in regional Victoria supported with a VMCH Home Care Package.
Can’t find the release you’re looking for?
Contact media@vmch.com.au
October 2023
St. Clare sets new standards in retirement
An exciting, world-class, over 55’s development is coming soon to prestigious Studley Park, Kew. St. Clare will offer a new standard of living for retirees with innovative architecture, expansive green spaces and breath-taking views.
Redesigning retirement with Woods Bagot
VMCH is thrilled to announce renowned global architecture studio Woods Bagot as the designer of its world-class, over 55’s development, St. Clare.
National Carer’s Week – Bendigo
Bendigo carer Nicole urges fellow carers to reach out for support during National Carer’s Week 2023.
Aged care ‘hospo’ hero
Not all heroes wear capes … some of them wear chef’s hats!
VMCH is thrilled to share our Head Chef Manager, Sanath Wanniarachchi, has been named a Hospitality & Lifestyle Aged Care (HLAC) Hero!
Pastoral Care Week 2023
October 22-28 is Pastoral Care Week, a time to acknowledge the important work of pastoral caregivers. VMCH has 24 Pastoral Care Practitioners (PCPs) who support residents, clients and their families across aged care, palliative care, affordable homes and disability services.
Life as a young carer
Maddy Oswald knows that being a young carer can be a tough gig. The 18-year-old is a full-time carer for her mum, Heidy, who struggles with complex mental health issues.
September 2023
Dementia Action Week 2023
An innovative dementia training program based around Montessori principles is helped staff to support aged care residents with dementia to live their best lives.
Kialla House meets regional demand
New Supported Independent Living accommodation in Shepparton meets demand from locals with disability like Teagan, who is looking for two new housemates.
August 2023
Supporting older men at risk of homelessness
VMCH and Corpus Christi Community Greenvale announce their intention to merge to support older men with a history of homelessness, complex health needs or addiction.
National Student Volunteer Week
Intergenerational volunteering connects residents living in aged care and young student volunteers.
July 2023
Aged Care Employee Day 2023
VMCH celebrates its hardworking aged care staff and says #ThanksForCaring during Aged Care Employee Day.
Intergenerational fun at Star of the Sea
An intergenerational program at Torquay social enterprise Star Cafe is bringing joy to trainees with disability, young cafe visitors, and residents at Star of the Sea aged care.
June 2023
Build a Shed appeal
VMCH launches a new appeal to raise funds to build Cre8 Sheds in Shepparton and Melbourne, providing people with disability a place to build on their jobs skills, independence, and make new friends. It follows the success of the Cre8 Shed in Wangaratta.
Home Care for Gippsland seniors
Meet Sylvia, one of 900 older people living in regional Victoria supported with a VMCH Home Care Package.
Can’t find the release you’re looking for?
Contact media@vmch.com.au
October 2023
St. Clare sets new standards in retirement
An exciting, world-class, over 55’s development is coming soon to prestigious Studley Park, Kew. St. Clare will offer a new standard of living for retirees with innovative architecture, expansive green spaces and breath-taking views.
Redesigning retirement with Woods Bagot
VMCH is thrilled to announce renowned global architecture studio Woods Bagot as the designer of its world-class, over 55’s development, St. Clare.
National Carer’s Week – Bendigo
Bendigo carer Nicole urges fellow carers to reach out for support during National Carer’s Week 2023.
Aged care ‘hospo’ hero
Not all heroes wear capes … some of them wear chef’s hats!
VMCH is thrilled to share our Head Chef Manager, Sanath Wanniarachchi, has been named a Hospitality & Lifestyle Aged Care (HLAC) Hero!
Pastoral Care Week 2023
October 22-28 is Pastoral Care Week, a time to acknowledge the important work of pastoral caregivers. VMCH has 24 Pastoral Care Practitioners (PCPs) who support residents, clients and their families across aged care, palliative care, affordable homes and disability services.
Life as a young carer
Maddy Oswald knows that being a young carer can be a tough gig. The 18-year-old is a full-time carer for her mum, Heidy, who struggles with complex mental health issues.
September 2023
Dementia Action Week 2023
An innovative dementia training program based around Montessori principles is helped staff to support aged care residents with dementia to live their best lives.
Kialla House meets regional demand
New Supported Independent Living accommodation in Shepparton meets demand from locals with disability like Teagan, who is looking for two new housemates.
August 2023
Supporting older men at risk of homelessness
VMCH and Corpus Christi Community Greenvale announce their intention to merge to support older men with a history of homelessness, complex health needs or addiction.
National Student Volunteer Week
Intergenerational volunteering connects residents living in aged care and young student volunteers.
July 2023
Aged Care Employee Day 2023
VMCH celebrates its hardworking aged care staff and says #ThanksForCaring during Aged Care Employee Day.
Intergenerational fun at Star of the Sea
An intergenerational program at Torquay social enterprise Star Cafe is bringing joy to trainees with disability, young cafe visitors, and residents at Star of the Sea aged care.
June 2023
Build a Shed appeal
VMCH launches a new appeal to raise funds to build Cre8 Sheds in Shepparton and Melbourne, providing people with disability a place to build on their jobs skills, independence, and make new friends. It follows the success of the Cre8 Shed in Wangaratta.
Home Care for Gippsland seniors
Meet Sylvia, one of 900 older people living in regional Victoria supported with a VMCH Home Care Package.
Can’t find the release you’re looking for?
Contact media@vmch.com.au
