Access to fee-free certified training with the JobTrainer pilot program

In collaboration with Training Services NSW through their JobTrainer program, RSL LifeCare Veteran Services are piloting access to three certification programs across business, leadership and management especially for veterans and their partners living in Sydney, Nowra and Wagga Wagga. What are the training opportunities? Statement of Attainment in Business which has four (4) units of […]

Lakes of Cherrybrook

As a part-owner of ‘Lakes of Cherrybrook,’ RSL LifeCare is aware of some building and maintenance issues raised by a small number of Strata owners who live onsite and own their own property. RSL LifeCare takes the health and safety of all residents very seriously, and senior management, together with the onsite manager, has been […]

How the RSL Veterans’ Employment Program helps employers hire veterans

Veterans returning to civilian life bring a wealth of skills employers want. Initiatives like the RSL Veterans’ Employment Program help connect willing organisations with these talented workers.   At a glance: Army veteran Mark Bransdon started looking for civilian work right before the COVID-19 lockdown and struggled to find a role. After landing a position […]

Spur, enabled by our passionate volunteer crew.

Spur Ranch, co-located with RSL LifeCare John Goodlet Manor in Picton, south of Sydney, is where the Spur Equine Program is run by Max Streeter, Spur Program Manager – RSL LifeCare Veteran Services. Spur, designed by veterans for veterans, promotes mental and physical wellbeing for wounded, injured and ill veterans and their families through horse […]

Giving our nurses a voice to lead

Today, on International Nurses Day (IND) we shine a light on our nursing staff and their vital work. Our nurses are a core part of RSL LifeCare’s front line, who provide exceptional medical care and emotional support to residents across our thirty one aged care homes and within the Home Care community. We also have many trained […]

How the RSL Veterans’ Employment Program helps veterans find work

Transitioning to a different career is not always easy for veterans returning to civilian life. The RSL Veterans’ Employment Program, funded by the Australian Government, supports veterans and their families to find fulfilling and meaningful employment after discharging.   At a glance: Ian served in the Army Reserves and Army for 14 years. When it […]

Hugh Cunningham Gardens welcomes Australian Defence Force support

RSL LifeCare has welcomed the support of Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel at Hugh Cunningham Gardens residential aged care home at Tura Beach.  The 15-person ADF team have been on site for a little over a week, supporting staff at the aged care home carry out clinical and non-clinical duties. RSL LifeCare’s General Manager of […]

Construction Begins on Permanent Nowra Veteran Wellbeing Centre

Construction has begun on a new purpose built, state-of-the-art facility to permanently house the Nowra Veteran Wellbeing Centre, providing an expanded range of health and wellbeing services for our local veterans, current serving Australian Defence Force members and their families. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel Andrew Gee visited the site at 124 Wallace Street […]

Staying safe throughout the Christmas Holidays

Considering volunteering with us? Here’s what you should know

RSL LifeCare is fortunate enough to work with over 600 volunteers across its 28 NSW and ACT sites, and each person brings their unique skills to our communities. RSL LifeCare’s Volunteer Co-ordinator, Carolyn Lancaster, explains why our volunteers are so vital and what to expect if you think this is a role you would like […]

Today we honour Rawdon Hume “Ron” Middleton, VC.

SEVENTY nine years ago today a bomber took off from an air base in Suffolk, England. It was one of more than 200 aircraft on a mission to bomb heavy industry buildings in Italy. The primary pilot was Australian Ron Middleton, a small but wiry and tough man who was schooled in Dubbo and a […]

Aged Care Employee Day is a day to thank everyone at RSL LifeCare.

7th August is Aged Care Employee Day. This is a day for us to thank every person who works in our organisation and to acknowledge their contribution to enriching the lives of the veterans and seniors in our care.  From nurses to administrators, from gardeners to chefs, from carers to drivers, from volunteers to allied […]

World War 2 code breaker Marion Painter features in Sky News documentary

ANZAC Village, Narrabeen resident Marion Painter has featured in Sky News documentary, The Alliance, about her time as a code breaker in World War 2 (WW2). The Alliance examines how the relationship between the US and Australia has been forged and the key people and events key to its success throughout the past 100 years. […]

Aged care workers should be vaccinated on site.

AGED care provider, RSL LifeCare, have applauded the Australian Government for their decision to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for staff however warned that more needs to be done to support the actual roll-out if September deadlines for mandatory first-dose vaccinations are to be met. RSL LifeCare CEO Graham Millett said COVID vaccinations for aged care workers […]

RSL LifeCare welcomes Mark Dickson as new Board Chairman.

RSL LifeCare announces Mr. Mark Dickson as new Board Chairman as part of a planned Chair succession, with Mr. Andrew Condon stepping down from his role after four years. Since 2018, Mr. Dickson has served as an active Director on the RSL LifeCare Board. Mr. Dickson also brings with him an understanding and commitment to […]

79th anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin

Today marks the 79th anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin.  In 1942, over 200  Japanese aircraft, in two separate raids, attacked the town, the harbour and local airfields. The city was subject to heavy losses, both military and civilian, with final casualty numbers disputed to this day. It is reported that more than half of Darwin’s population left the […]

Technology ensures dignity and privacy at John Edmondson VC Gardens

In October RSL LifeCare welcomed Ken Wyatt, Minister for Aged Care, Minister for Indigenous Health to officially open RSL LifeCare’s newest nursing home, John Edmondson VC Gardens at Austral.  It was an honour and a pleasure to also welcome the many RSL Sub Branch and RSL Women’s Auxiliary representatives, as well as representatives from Local, […]