The VMCH community was honoured to welcome Melbourne Archbishop Peter Comensoli to a special Mass celebrating the merger of our newest aged care residence on February 15.
Corpus Christi Community Greenvale (CCCG), situated around 20 kilometres north of Melbourne, provides accommodation and support for around 80 marginalised older men with a history of homelessness, complex health needs or addiction.
Originally founded in 1974 by Mother Teresa and her Missionaries of Charity, CCCG was established as a refuge for men facing personal hardships. In 1977, the Missionaries of Charity entrusted the care of the home to the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
In January this year, VMCH officially merged with CCCG, securing the home’s long-term ability to support marginalised men for years to come.
A special welcoming Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Comensoli, co-celebrants Fr Dishan Candappa and Fr Michael Ryan SJ, attended by VMCH Board Chairman Julien O’Connell AO, VMCH CEO Sonya Smart, VMCH and CCCG Board members past and present, friends of CCCG, local MPs, VMCH staff and residents.