Celebrating community, capturing stories and keeping connected
Celebrating community, capturing stories and keeping connected. The Burpengary Bulletin
Autumn
Contents
Message from Facility Manager, Annette Message from Lifestyle Coordinator, David
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Community Happenings
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Message from Clinical Care Coordinator, Giselle
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Meet the Team, Areum
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Chefs Corner, Steph
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Meet the Resident, Gloria
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Quality Corner, Janet
Autumn Highlights
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Noticeboard
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Games Corner
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Games Corner answers
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Annette
Facility Manager
It is finally getting a little cooler overnight and in the early mornings now, so it is time to think about warmer clothing. If you are bringing in your loved one new clothing, then please leave them with Admin at reception so that they can be labelled before being used.
Also please remember that everything is washed in commercial type washing machines so if the item is too delicate then it may not be the best for your loved one. As you can see when you visit the facility our gardens are looking a lot better with the new gardening contractors. The outside areas are also now being cleaned so that it spruces up the outdoors now that the weather is nicer to out outside during the warm days. Earlier this month we had an outbreak of respiratory disease in Buckley but thankfully it did not spread too far and was contained in Buckley. This is the reason that we go all out with PPE and isolation of those with symptoms so that they are less likely to spread it to others. Giselle Coss our Clinical Care Coordinator is also our specially trained Infection Control Practitioner and takes the lead in all things regarding outbreaks. If you have any questions, then please just ask. I would also like to let you know that we have had some changes with Hairdressing in the last couple of months. Kellie one of our care staff who is also a Hairdresser has helped us out till we could recruit another hairdresser, so Fran has now extended her days to 2 per week and Kellie has now gone back to her regular position of Personal Care Assistant.
Annette Facility Manager
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Message from Lifestyle David Wow, where has the last three months gone? It has been an exciting and memorable few months here at Burpengary Manor, filled with laughter, celebrations, special visitors, and wonderful moments shared between residents, families, and staff. We celebrated Easter with a very special visit from
the Easter Bunny, thanks to Traditional Funerals and our maintenance man dressing up for the occasion. Residents also enjoyed a lovely Easter high tea. One of the highlights was welcoming the Henny Penny chickens for two weeks, bringing so much joy as everyone watched the chicks hatch and grow. Although it was sad to say goodbye, they certainly created many happy memories. Cooking activities continue to bring everyone together, with residents, staff, and families enjoying time spent sharing recipes, stories, and laughter. Residents have also enjoyed outings to the local shops, giving everyone the opportunity to browse, shop, and enjoy being out in the community. Entertainment has been another highlight, especially when Elvis Presley came to perform for us. It was an incredible day filled with singing, dancing, and wonderful memories. We also held a meaningful ANZAC service hosted by the Deception Bay RSL Club, with a special bagpiper performance enjoyed by all. To make the day even more fun, our cleaner gave everyone a demonstration on how to play Two-Up. Mother’s Day was celebrated with a beautiful high tea for the ladies, and we also recognised International Nurses Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Day, with cakes shared throughout the facility. Pampering sessions have returned to the salon, bringing relaxation and smiles to many residents. Another very special occasion was celebrating one of our lovely ladies turning 100 years young — a truly remarkable milestone. We were also fortunate to welcome the Old Skool Cars N Pizza car group to the facility for a fantastic car show. Residents enjoyed walking around the classic cars, reminiscing about old memories and sharing stories from years gone by. A hamper pack was put together by residents for the best car. Looking ahead, we are excited for the upcoming celebrations still to come. We will be celebrating Italian Day with morning tea in the café, followed by armchair travel on the big screen and an afternoon wine and cheese tasting. Indian Day will also bring staff together to celebrate culture, food, and community. Of course, we are all looking forward to the Ekka celebrations, with clowns visiting alongside the kindy kids — hopefully they do not get too frightened! We will also have a balloon entertainer visiting in the afternoon, which is sure to bring plenty of laughter and fun to everyone involved. David Lifestyle Coordinator
Community Happenings Autumn
Getting out and about We were out and about a great deal this autumn, and every outing was one to remember. March took us to Bellmere Strawberry Farm for a lovely morning tea with fresh refreshments and good company. We also visited a childcare centre in Rothwell, where spending time with the children lifted everyone’s spirits. One resident’s daughter joined us on the day, which made it all the more special. Later in March we enjoyed a relaxing afternoon country bus trip, taking in the scenery and sharing the ride together. April brought a community walk to Woolworths, picking up afternoon tea items and groceries together. It was a simple outing but a genuinely lovely one, with gentle exercise, fresh air, and plenty of good conversation along the way. We also headed out to the Lookout Cafe for morning tea on a bus trip that everyone thoroughly enjoyed. In May, another scenic bus trip, a walk to the shops with a stop at a local cafe, and more visits from the kindy children rounded out a quarter full of adventures beyond our front door.
A milestone birthday One of the most joyful moments of the entire quarter came when one of our dearest residents celebrated her 100th birthday. Surrounded by family, staff, and fellow residents, it was a day full of love and laughter, and we were so glad to be part of it.
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Community Happenings Autumn
Celebrations and special occasions Autumn gave us no shortage of occasions to enjoy together. St Patrick’s Day in March was a real highlight, with a solo bagpiper who played both traditional and electric pipes, shared a little history, and inspired one of us to get up and sing. We finished the day with St Patrick’s Day treats in the cafe. Harmony Week was marked beautifully. We came together to create a vibrant Harmony Tree, and the kitchen team baked orange cupcakes for everyone to enjoy. Easter brought the Easter Bunny to our door with eggs and smiles, and one of our staff members joined in the fun by dressing up. We also held a wonderful Easter hunt alongside the kindy children, which was a joy from start to finish. Anzac Day was a deeply meaningful occasion. We attended a service at the Deception Bay RSL, where a bagpiper played and the atmosphere was moving and respectful. In the days following, families and staff joined us to bake traditional Anzac biscuits together. Breast Cancer Awareness Day saw our wonderful ladies baking cupcakes in support of the cause. Mother’s Day was marked with a beautiful high tea, our Mother’s Day raffles, and a room full of warmth and love. And on International Nurses Day we took a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to our nursing team for everything they do for us every single day.
Community Happenings Autumn
Music and performance Music brought some truly memorable moments this autumn. Our St Patrick’s Day bagpiper was wonderful, and hearing one of us join in for a song made the afternoon extra special. Our Elvis tribute performance in April was moving in the most unexpected way. In the middle of the show, the performer paused to dedicate Can’t Help Falling in Love to one of our residents who had passed before she could attend. There was not a dry eye in the room. Then one of our residents got up and sang for us, and it became an afternoon none of us will forget.
Creativity and connection We kept busy right across the quarter. Knitting circles, cooking sessions, pancake making, music therapy, bingo, and friendly games of pool all featured on our calendar. The Henny Penny chickens visited in April and brought back fond memories for so many of us before going off to their new homes. And one of the loveliest moments of March came when one of our residents started teaching a staff member how to knit. It was a lovely afternoon.
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Community Happenings Autumn
The garden Our garden brought real pleasure this autumn. We spent time outside as the season changed, enjoyed dining in the fresh air, and welcomed a brand-new windmill that now takes pride of place among the greenery. Watching it turn on a breezy afternoon is one of those simple pleasures
we have all come to enjoy. Farewells and new chapters
We said a warm and loving goodbye to one of our much-valued staff members as she headed off on maternity leave. We will miss her and wish her all the very best for the exciting chapter ahead.
Message from Clinical Care Giselle
As we move into the winter months, our focus shifts to preventing and managing seasonal illnesses, particularly respiratory infections such as influenza and COVID 19. It is essential that all staff and visitors remain vigilant with infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, correct
use of PPE when required, and monitoring residents for early signs of illness. If you are feeling unwell or different then usual we ask that you do not visit the facility whilst acutely unwell to reduce the spread to our residents and our staff. Please be aware that quarantine measures may be required to reduce the spread of infection. This is a Public Health requirement and may include the closure of communities if more than two residents develop acute respiratory illness within a 72-hour period. We will also continue to support staff education around resident choice and the delivery of meaningful activities, ensuring care remains person- centred and enhances quality of life. Maintaining resident comfort remains a priority, including ensuring residents are kept warm, well hydrated, and well nourished, while also supporting mobility to promote overall wellbeing and reduce risks such as skin breakdown and deconditioning. For residents who have personal fridges in their rooms, please note that it is the responsibility of families to ensure these are regularly cleaned. Staff will monitor for any expired or unsafe food items and will dispose of these as required; however, cleaning of personal fridges remains the responsibility of the family. Kind regards Giselle Clinical Care Coordinator
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Meet the Team Areum Hi, I’m Areum and I work as a Lifestyle Assistant. What do you enjoy most about working here?
What I enjoy most about working here is spending time with the residents, making them smile, and creating fun and meaningful activities together. Every day is different and rewarding in its own way. I especially enjoy interacting and chatting with residents and learning about their different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences. As English is my second language, working here has also helped me improve my English and learn more about Australian culture and national celebrations. I love helping residents improve their lifestyle and wellbeing through activities, conversations, and sharing experiences and hobbies that bring happiness and connection. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is hearing residents tell me that they really enjoyed the activities or special occasions our team created for them. It makes me feel happy and satisfied, and it also motivates me to keep improving myself and think of new ways I can support residents and make their days more enjoyable. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and family, visiting cafés, hiking, and relaxing at home with my cat. I also enjoy having phone or video calls with my parents, family, and friends in South Korea, which helps me feel close to them even from a distance. I enjoy crocheting while listening to music, playing board games — especially Splendor — and doing Nonogram puzzles. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would love to visit the Dolomites in Italy again, in the northern part of the country along the Alps that extend through Switzerland. I really enjoyed its breathtaking mountain scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The area is very large, and when I visited last year during my holiday, I wasn’t able to explore everywhere. I would love to go back and see different parts of the Dolomites and enjoy hiking in different areas or even camping there.
Chef’s Corner I would like to take a moment to say thank you for the wonderful support and feedback you continue to give to the kitchen team. It truly means a lot to us and helps guide what we create each day. Steph
Silverbeet, fennel and ricotta cannelloni 700g btl Tomato Passata 1 cup vegetable stock 1/2 cup pure cream 1 bunch silverbeet 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 small brown onion, finely chopped 2 baby fennel, trimmed, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 500g fresh ricotta 250g cannelloni 1 cup mozzarella , grated 1/2 x 150g tub baby bocconcini, drained, torn in half 150g salad leaves
Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan-forced. Grease a 7cm-deep, 25cm x 32cm (base) ovenproof dish. Combine passata, stock and cream in a large jug. Pour half the passata mixture into the base of prepared dish. Spread to cover. Remove and discard stalks from silverbeet. Finely chop leaves. Heat oil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add onion and fennel. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in silverbeet and garlic. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until silverbeet has wilted and fennel is almost soft. Remove pan from heat. Set aside for 1 hour to cool. Add ricotta to cooled silverbeet mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon ricotta mixture loosely into cannelloni tubes. Place filled cannelloni, in a single layer, in baking dish. Spoon over remaining passata mixture. Top with grated mozzarella and bocconcini. Bake for 30 minutes or until top is golden and pasta is tender. Stand for 10 minutes. Serve with salad leaves.
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Meet the Resident
Gloria
Gloria grew up in Marburg, attending school there alongside her brother, and it is clear that her small-town upbringing laid the foundation for a life filled with warmth, connection, and a wonderful sense of fun. Some of her fondest childhood memories centre around her time at Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School, where she discovered a love of basketball that would spark a lifelong enthusiasm for sport and staying active. Over the years, Gloria built a career as a Ledger Machine Operator, a role that required precision and dedication, while filling her spare time with tennis, golf, and lawn bowls. Her passion for golf even took her all the way to Norfolk Island for a round, combining two of her great loves: travel and a well-played game.
Golf, tennis, and lawn bowls remain close to Gloria’s heart today, and she continues to enjoy the camaraderie those sports bring. She is also a keen participant in the cooking and knitting groups here, bringing the same enthusiasm to the kitchen as she does to the green. Speaking of the kitchen, Gloria is something of a legend for her curried sausages. Those who have had the pleasure of tasting them will tell you they are not easily forgotten. One of the things Gloria holds dearest is friendship. She speaks fondly of the Breger girls, a tight-knit group of friends who shared many good times together, often meeting up at Berger Paints. It is the kind of friendship that defines a life. When asked about the biggest change she has witnessed in her lifetime, Gloria reflects thoughtfully: she believes women today enjoy far more rights and opportunities than in earlier generations, a change she clearly welcomes. Among her most treasured travel memories is a visit to Waldow with her daughter, where it snowed on Christmas Day, a magical and unexpected moment that has stayed with her ever since. The most important person in Gloria’s life has been her mother, and it is easy to understand why. Gloria’s mum lived to 100 years old, and Gloria herself has done exactly the same. Reaching a century is, in her own words, her proudest achievement alongside her marriage. Two milestones that speak volumes about a life well and truly lived. Gloria’s favourite song? Donald Where’s Your Trousers? Which tells you everything you need to know about her sense of humour. And what brings a smile to her face each day? The staff and fellow residents. Simple as that. We are so glad to have you here, Gloria.
Quality Corner
Janet
Winter Vaccinations Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect against serious illness caused by respiratory viruses such as influenza (flu), COVID-19 and RSV. These illnesses can be severe in otherwise healthy people. In Australia, RSV and influenza seasons can start as early as March,
with activity usually peaking between June and September. Receiving the vaccination before winter gives you the best protection during this high risk period. Please speak with a member of staff for more information regarding the vaccination clinics. Code of Conduct for Aged Care The Code of Conduct for Aged Care describes how aged care providers and the people providing your care must behave and how you should be treated. People who provide care, supporters and services in the aged care sector must: a. act with respect for people’s rights to freedom of expression, self- determination and decision-making in accordance with applicable laws and conventions b. act in a way that treats people with dignity and respect, and values their diversity c. act with respect for the privacy of people d. provide care, supports and services in a safe and competent manner, with care and skill e. act with integrity, honesty and transparency f. promptly take steps to raise and act on concerns about matters that may impact the quality and safety of care, supports and services g. provide care, supports and services free from: (i) all forms of violence, discrimination, exploitation, neglect and abuse (ii) sexual misconduct h. take all reasonable steps to prevent and respond to: (i) all forms of violence, discrimination, exploitation, neglect and abuse (ii) sexual misconduct. The Code applies to approved providers of residential, home care and flexible care funded by the Australian Government, as well as aged care workers and governing persons of approved providers. An introductory video is available to give older people, their representatives, families and registered supporters an overview of the Aged Care Code of Conduct. View it here. https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au/resource-library/aged-care- code-conduct-introductory-video-older-people Kind regards, Janet State Quality Manager
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Autumn Highlights March 2026 We celebrated St Patrick’s Day with a fantastic performance from a solo bagpiper who played both traditional and electric pipes and shared a little of their history. One of our residents even joined in for a song, which made the afternoon extra special. We finished the day with St Patrick’s Day treats in the cafe. We headed out to Bellmere Strawberry Farm for morning tea, enjoying fresh refreshments and a lovely change of scenery. We also visited a childcare centre in Rothwell, where the time spent with the children lifted everyone’s spirits enormously. One resident’s daughter joined us on the day, which made it all the more special. And our Easter hunt with the kindy children at the end of the month was a joy from start to finish. We spent time in the garden, enjoyed a relaxing afternoon country bus trip, made pancakes together, and created a beautiful Harmony Tree to mark Harmony Week. The kitchen team also baked orange cupcakes in honour of the occasion. The Easter Bunny paid us a visit, delivering eggs and smiles to everyone, with one of our staff members joining in the fun by dressing up. Our residents also took the lead on morning exercise this month, with staff enthusiastically joining in. And one of our residents started teaching a staff member how to knit, which was a lovely moment for everyone.
Autumn Highlights
April 2026
We kept busy with knitting, music therapy, morning tea in the cafe, and a fun game of bingo. We also spent time in the garden, enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful autumn surroundings, with some of us even dining outside for a lovely change of scene. We headed out on a community outing to Woolworths, walking together to pick up items for afternoon tea and general groceries. It was a great chance for some gentle exercise, a bit of independence, and plenty of good conversation along the way. The Henny Penny chickens visited and brought enormous joy to everyone. Watching them brought back fond memories for so many of us, and we were sad to see them go off to their new homes. Our Elvis tribute performance was a truly moving occasion. In the middle of the show, the performer dedicated Can’t Help Falling in Love to one of our residents who had passed before she could attend. There was not a dry eye in the room, and one of our residents even got up and sang for us. We also enjoyed a lovely birthday celebration, our ANZAC service with a bagpiper at the Deception Bay RSL, ANZAC biscuit baking with family and staff, a pampering morning, and a bus trip out to the Lookout Cafe for morning tea.
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Autumn Highlights May 2026 May brought sunshine, laughter, and no shortage of reasons to smile. We kicked off with a visit to the lolly shop that brought back fond memories and a round of the Chicken Dance that had everyone on their feet. Our garden received some extra love too, with a brand-new windmill taking pride of place among the greenery. Throughout the month we kept wonderfully busy. Cooking sessions, knitting circles, afternoon exercise, music therapy, and pool all featured, and it was lovely to see so many of us staying active and connected. One of our dearest residents celebrated her 100th birthday, surrounded by family, staff, and fellow residents. We also marked Breast Cancer Awareness Day, with our ladies baking cupcakes in support of the cause. Mother’s Day was a highlight. We gathered for a high tea, drew our raffles, and spent the day wrapped in warmth and great company. We paused on International Nurses Day to say a heartfelt thank you to our nursing team for everything they do. The month also included a scenic bus trip, a pampering session, a walk to the shops with a stop at a local cafe, and visits from kindy children whose smiles delighted everyone.
Noticeboard
In Memoriam We offer our sincere condolences to the families and friends of our late residents. Every cherished member of our community who leaves us, is sadly missed and fondly remembered.
This Autumn we have had the pleasure of welcoming new faces to our community: Beverly A
Daily Health and fitness Join us each daily for a dose of gentle exercise and seated games.
David H Clara S Geoffrey S George S Gloria T Wanda W
Physiotherapy We have an excellent
physiotherapy team on site. If you would like to book in to see one of the lovely physios, please ask a friendly staff member at reception. Pool Table Come and have a game of Pool. Refer to the weekly activities calendar.
Entertainers Fortnightly entertainment
We are here for you If you’d like more information on the above services, please
contact David and the lifestyle team: david.bolch@burpengarymanor.com.au
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Stay tuned for Winter
Thank you We would like to issue a heartfelt thank you to relatives and volunteers who support us day in and day out. You make such a difference and we very much appreciate your time and energy. Can you contribute? Contributions to our newsletter are encouaged and appreciated. Articles, photos, reports on community outings, staff news, trivia, poems and stories relating to residents and staff are most welcome. Please hand in your submission to reception.
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