Aged Care, Disability Services, Retirement Living

✨ It's Social Inclusion Week! Social Inclusion Week (Nov 22-30) aims to help all Australians feel included and valued, giving everyone the opportunity to participate fully in society. We're kicking the week off by introducing Ryan, train enthusiast and coffee guru! Ryan participates in our Social Enterprise program, empowering people with disability through job training and employment. 💪🏼 #VMCH #SocialInclusionWeek #SocialEnterprise #DisabilityServices

From our VMCH family to yours, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a safe, happy New Year! This festive season is all about connection, kindness, and looking out for one another. Let’s make time for the people and moments that matter most. ❤️

👨‍🍳 Happy International Chefs Day! 👩‍🍳 Today, we're celebrating the talented chefs across VMCH by throwing it back to our very first Dining Room Showdown! In case you missed it, the 2025 competition brought together teams from our aged care residences to showcase their culinary skills in a spirited cook-off. What began as a simple idea to highlight the incredible talents of our chefs quickly turned into a heartwarming celebration of hospitality, teamwork, and community. We are so lucky to have so many talented chefs among us! Here's a quick recap of the finale 📹📹📹 #VMCH #InternationalChefsDay #AgedCareAustralia

✨You’re invited to our Open Day! If you’re ready to explore your interests, meet new people, and work toward your goals, Pathways 2 Possibilities (P2P) is the place for you! Pathways 2 Possibilities (P2P) is a fun, supportive program designed for young adults who want to grow, learn, and work toward their personal goals. At P2P, you’ll be surrounded by people who share your interests and passions. Especially for people 18 years plus with NDIS funding. 📌Where: VMCH, 22 Rowan Street, Wangaratta 🗓️When: 11am - 1pm, Wednesday 20 May Bookings are essential - contact Jac Colbert on 0475 045 650 for more info 😊

😇 All day we've been highlighting some of the incredible nurses at VMCH, each nominated by their colleagues for their exceptional work. Time to meet our final four nurses: Christina, Nisha, Nelson and Kamaljit! 💜 Christina Tinio – Berwick Aged Care Residence 💜 Cristina has been with VMCH since 2021 and is known for her gentle presence and strong teamwork. She brings extensive clinical experience to her role and is known for supporting residents with dignity while keeping families informed and reassured. Always willing to step in on the floor, Cristina sets a positive example by mentoring new staff, supporting her colleagues and working collaboratively to deliver high‑quality care. 💜 Nisha Gurung – Bundoora Aged Care Residence 💜 Nisha is known for her calm, compassionate leadership and quietly dependable nature. Over the past 1.5 years at VMCH, she’s built strong trust with both residents and colleagues by always putting wellbeing first. Thoughtful, kind and highly organised, Nisha communicates clearly even in busy moments and leads by example, delivering consistent, respectful care every day. 💜 Nelson Bautista – St Bernadette’s Aged Care Residence 💜 Nelson has been trusted presence at VMCH for over five years. Known for his strong work ethic, Nelson consistently goes the extra mile, often staying back to complete thorough documentation and ensure clear handovers. In urgent situations, he doesn’t hesitate to step up, remaining on site to support hospital transfers and assist the incoming morning team. 💜 Kamaljit Sidhu – Corpus Christi Aged Care Residence 💜 Kamaljit brings patience, empathy and a calm approach to her work. With 11 years at VMCH, Kamaljit’s path has come full circle, having started as a PCA in 2015 before returning to the site as an RN. Always open to learning, she takes the time to understand each resident and tailor care to their individual needs, delivering person‑centered support with warmth and consistency. A massive shoutout to all the amazing nurses across VMCH for the care, dedication and difference you make in our community. #InternationalNursesDay #IND2026 #OurNursesOurFuture #VMCH

Let’s meet our next three incredible nurses, as nominated by their colleagues for International Nurses Day! ✨ 💜Adnan Karim – Corpus Christi Aged Care Residence💜 Adnan is known for his calm approach and strong clinical thinking. Having started with VMCH as an EN in 2022 and progressing to RN in 2025, Adnan’s growth reflects his dedication and commitment to learning. Nearly four years into his time at VMCH, he’s become a reliable presence on the floor who adapts confidently in challenging situations. 💜Alma Perrett - St. Bernadette’s Aged Care Residence💜 15 years with VMCH, Alma leads with empathy, professionalism and a calm presence. One of the site’s senior RNs, Alma brings strong clinical knowledge while consistently supporting and mentoring her colleagues. Her dedication shines in moments that truly matter, including staying hours after her shift to comfort residents and reassure their families. 💜Jemvie Salcedo – O'Neill House💜 Jemvie brings warmth and kindness to every shift. Nearly five years into her time at VMCH, Jem is known for the genuine compassion she shows residents and their families, especially during vulnerable moments. Her positive attitude lifts those around her, while her willingness to speak up ensures residents always feel heard, supported and valued. Congratulations Adnan, Alma and Jem! ✨ #InternationalNursesDay #IND2026 #OurNursesOurFuture #VMCH

Not all heroes wear capes…some wear scrubs ✨ Today is International Nurses Day, a chance to recognise the care, kindness and commitment nurses show our communities every day. To celebrate the incredible team across VMCH, we asked our sites to nominate a nurse who truly goes above and beyond. The response was overwhelming, so we’ll be sharing these stories throughout the day! Let’s start by meeting our first three nominees: Chia‑Ni, Sabina and Mary. 💜Chia-Ni Yang – O'Neill House💜 Chia-Ni has been part of the VMCH family for almost five years. Known for her compassion and clinical expertise, Chia Ni provides exceptional care, supporting residents and families with dignity, comfort and respect. A calm and trusted leader, she’s always there for her colleagues too, guiding best practice and strengthening the team during even the most challenging moments. 💜Sabina Basnet – Bundoora Aged Care Residence💜 Sabina has worked with VMCH for four years. A trusted and respected presence on the floor, she combines strong leadership with genuine care for residents and colleagues alike. She’s approachable, takes time to listen, and goes out of her way to support and mentor junior staff. Professional, patient and dependable, Sabina sets the standard for person‑centred care every shift. 💜Mary Crawford – Berwick Aged Care Residence💜 Mary has been with VMCH for almost 10 years, with her decade milestone coming up this October. Kind, patient and quietly dependable, Mary supports residents, families and colleagues with genuine care and professionalism. She knows her residents inside out, always takes the time to listen, and is known for stepping up whenever help is needed. Congratulations to our first round of nurses! We’ll be sharing our nominees throughout the day, so stay tuned. ✨ #InternationalNursesDay #IND2026 #OurNursesOurFuture #VMCH

💜 Happy Mother’s Day 💜 Today we honour the mother figures in our lives, and acknowledge all they do for us. Corpus Christi aged care residents celebrated Mother’s Day in partnership with Mannix College students, creating gorgeous flower bouquets. 💐 Scroll through to see their beautiful arrangements! We hope you all have a wonderful day spent with family, and also wish to acknowledge and extend our love to those who are without a mother figure today. 🌹 @mannix.monashuni

It is with deep sadness that we reflect on the passing of John McKenna — a truly exceptional CFO, colleague, and friend to so many at VMCH.   John served as VMCH’s CFO from 2015-2020. He was far more than a highly respected financial leader. He brought compassion, humanity, and heart into every aspect of his work. He cared deeply for the people around him and for the mission of the organization, always ensuring that decisions were grounded not only in good governance, but in kindness and understanding.   He was generous with his time, supportive of his staff, and deeply committed to helping others succeed. John had a rare ability to bring the human element into the workplace — making people feel valued, heard, and cared for. He looked after his team with genuine compassion and created an environment where people felt supported and encouraged.   At the same time, John’s warmth, humor, and sense of fun brought joy to those fortunate enough to work alongside him. He knew how to lighten a room with a laugh, keep perspective during difficult moments, and remind us not to take ourselves too seriously. His ability to balance professionalism with authenticity was one of the many reasons he was so admired.   John was also deeply respected for the way he managed relationships with the Board and across the organization, always with integrity, wisdom, and grace. He earned the trust and admiration of colleagues at every level.   He was a very loved and admired member of the VMCH community, and his passing leaves an enormous void. We are profoundly saddened by the loss of someone who meant so much to so many. John will be remembered not only for his leadership and capability, but for his kindness, humor, compassion, and the lasting impact he had on everyone privileged to know and work with him.   Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who treasured their time with him.

We’re proud to share that our partnership with Mannix College has been recognised on the international stage at the Asia-Pacific Student Accommodation Association (APSAA) Excellence Awards. Our intergenerational volunteer program, Mannix Young Hearts, was awarded ‘Best Student Experience Program’, a testament to the meaningful connections it creates between generations. Since launching in September 2024, Mannix Young Hearts has brought Mannix College students together with residents at VMCH Corpus Christi aged care through shared experiences in music, art, exercise and technology. Thank you to APSAA for this recognition, and to the incredible students and residents who are at the heart of this partnership. @mannix.monashuni @melbournecatholic @catholicdevelopmentfund @monash_uni

💜A Mother's Day gift with heart Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift? Look no further than VMCH’s online shop! The shop includes unique, bespoke items handmade by members of our Cre8 program in Shepparton and Wangaratta. Cre8 provides people with valuable job skills and a sense of empowerment and economic independence. Our online store offers an array of handmade products that reflect the distinct style and craftsmanship of our talented participants, including chopping board, candles, soaps and more! The team is also creating special gift hampers for Mother’s Day for $49.99. You can check out the online store via the link in bio 🔗

St Paul’s College has started Term 2 with a beautiful new mural, and it's the talking point of the playground! Staff and students returned to school last week to several refreshed spaces, including playground areas, the library (more to come on this!), and the resources room. A highlight is this stunning new mural, with the design selected by students and painted by local mural artist Damian Cazaly. 🧑🏻‍🎨: @damiancazalyart