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Clarence Estate Residential & Home Care

Clarence Estate provides residential and community care services throughout Western Australia's Great Southern Region.

Part of the Hall & Prior Health & Aged Care Group, we are compassionate people, dedicated to care.

24/02/2026

Balloon fun and games 🎈(Part 2)

Who knew a bunch of balloons and some sharp shooting could be so much fun in our lounge?

Well done ladies!

23/02/2026

The old heave ho - but make it balloons 🎈(Part 1)

Who said balloon games were only for children?! Not us!
Our recent balloon games at Clarence Estate proved that at no matter what age, balloons bring the fun and the laughs!
Pure joy of movement and sharing laughter.

18/02/2026

A warm welcome at Clarence Estate 💜

The team at Clarence Estate were delighted to recently welcome Bevan Eatts MLA, WA Shadow Aged Care Minister, and Scott Leary MLA, Member for Albany for a visit to our home and adjoining community centre.

Hosted by Executive Manager Jenny Cooper, the visit provided an opportunity to showcase the breadth of services delivered at Clarence Estate - from residential aged care to our vibrant home care and Day Centre programs.

Bevan and Scott spent time meeting residents and clients, including the wonderful Doreen Hands (pictured), who shared how much she values the Day Centre program she has attended for many years.

They also heard directly from our dedicated staff about both the rewards and challenges of working in aged care - a profession built on compassion, skill and commitment.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the visit concluded on a sweet note, enjoying heart-shaped cookies with pink icing, lovingly prepared by our talented kitchen team. 💕

Thank you to Bevan and Scott for taking the time to connect with our Clarence Estate community.

22/01/2026

On Thursday, 22 January, Hall & Prior stands with the nation in honouring and remembering the 15 innocent lives lost in the tragic Bondi Beach attack on 14 December 2025.

We join communities across Australia in a moment of reflection, unity and compassion, embracing the theme “Light will win - a gathering of unity and remembrance” as chosen by community leaders.

✨ How you might observe this day:
• Take a moment to pause and reflect with a minute of silence at 7.01pm (AEST).
• Light a candle as a symbol of solidarity, love and remembrance.
• Share kindness with others through good deeds, big or small, as a tribute to those we’ve lost.

While this is not a public holiday, it is a time to reflect on how we can support each other, in grief, resilience, and hope.

🕯️ Together, we remember. Together, we choose light. 🕯️

20/12/2025

Three of the best at Live Lighter Aged Care Games 🥇

Our three Clarence teams - the Clarence Cheetahs (Residential), the Clarence Conquerors (Albany Home Care), and the Denmark Diamonds (Denmark Home Care), proudly represented Clarence Estate at this year’s Live Lighter Games at the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre.

For our Clarence Estate Cheetahs, this year was extra special. After many years of health restrictions keeping our residential consumers from competing, they finally made their long-awaited return, and they came back with huge smiles, plenty of spirit, and a name with a bit of history.

The “Cheetahs” nickname comes from an old rumour that we were once caught “cheating” (cue the eye roll), but this year they showed nothing but teamwork, enthusiasm, and positivity.

Our Clarence Conquerors from the Albany Community Centre have competed in previous years and once again did us proud, securing second place overall! The excitement from everyone involved was brilliant.

Our Denmark Diamonds, also from our Home Care program, returned to the Games and put in an amazing effort, showing great sportsmanship, energy, and plenty of laughs.

Across all three Clarence teams, there was plenty of friendly banter, and good times from start to finish. The event included chair hockey, pass ball, beanbag
toss, and skittles, with teams rotating through each challenge to take on all their rivals.

Everyone enjoyed a shared Subway-and-chips lunch between events, keeping everyone fuelled and ready for the next round.

Before presentations, the staff took to the floor for a special event, and it was hilarious! Plenty of laughs were had by everyone watching, and it added a
perfect, light-hearted finish to an already fantastic day.

A huge well done to all involved in organising such a well-run and inclusive event for older people across the Great Southern.

18/12/2025

John's birthday marked in style 🎉

In November, we proudly celebrated John Stephens' 90th Birthday with a lovely morning tea.

A big thank you to Bev for providing a delicious cake enjoyed by all, and a special
highlight was having John's son join us for the occasion.

A simple celebration for a remarkable milestone.

15/12/2025

Pony pats bring all the smiles 🐴

The day before the Melbourne Cup, our residents were treated to a delightful visit from two very special guests, miniature ponies Milly and Spike from Promotional Ponies.

Residents gathered in the House 4/5 courtyard to meet the adorable duo, enjoying plenty of pats, smiles, and photo opportunities. Afterwards, Milly and Spike took a stroll around Clarence Estate, stopping by to visit residents in their homes and bringing plenty of joy along the way. After all, it’s not every day you turn a corner and find a horse in your house!

We’d like to extend a big thank you to Promotional Ponies for making this wonderful visit possible. It was a memorable day filled with laughter and plenty of happy faces, the perfect lead-up to Melbourne Cup Day!

20/11/2025

Colour and Canvas in spades 🎨

This month’s Colour and Canvas sessions at both Denmark and Albany Home Care Centres were yet again a hit!

In Denmark, participants were guided to paint charming gnomes, while Albany clients enjoyed choosing from a selection of designs to create their own masterpieces. Both sessions were guided by our own Bethanie Christie, ensuring plenty of creativity, laughter, and colourful results.

A reminder: November will be the final session for 2025, with the program resuming in February 2026.

We can’t wait to see what our artists create next year!

18/11/2025

Boobie toss for a good cause 🥰

Things got a little cheeky (in the best way) at Clarence Estate as our staff and clients came together to support Breast Cancer Awareness. A fun day for a serious cause.

Everyone was encouraged to wear pink, and our community certainly delivered! Clients walked into a beautifully decorated room, complete with a photo backdrop (pictured opposite in full use!), all thanks to our very own Tammy Smit, who put her creative touch into making the space special.

Throughout the morning, laughter filled the room as clients enjoyed a round of “Boobie Toss” using crocheted bo***es - because let’s face it, we’re all adults here, and sometimes a good laugh is the best way to start meaningful conversations.

The day wasn’t just about pink outfits and fun games, it was about starting conversations around breast cancer awareness, encouraging everyone to talk openly, support each other, and keep the message going all year round.

A big thank you to everyone who joined in, had a laugh, and helped shine a light on such an important cause.

14/11/2025

All aboard the Mt Barker Cycling Without Age bikes 🚴

We were thrilled to be invited by the newly opened Cycling Without Age branch in Mount Barker to join these volunteers for a scenic ride around town on their piloted bikes. With the gentle guidance of their 'pilots', our clients enjoyed a fresh perspective of familiar streets, discovering little nooks and sights they had never noticed before!

The rides sparked plenty of conversation and shared stories, making it as much about connection and memories as it was about the journey itself.

Even better, the Cycling Without Age volunteers are keen to make this a monthly outing, giving rides to our clients on the first day of each month. A huge thank you to the volunteers for making this wonderful opportunity happen.

We look forward to the next ride!

12/11/2025

Annual Spring Fair raises $1500 for charity 👛

Our annual Clarence Estate Spring Fair was once again a wonderful success! Despite competing with several larger events across the Great Southern, our smaller community fair shone bright with great vibes, friendly faces, and plenty of fun for all.

Visitors enjoyed delicious Devonshire teas, the ever-popular legendary cake stall, BBQ, an array of craft and market stalls, white elephant stall (run by FOCE), exciting raffles, and a lively kids’ corner filled with colouring, craft, and also lawn games on offer.

We’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who helped make the day possible. Our generous sponsors for their donations, the stall holders who gave up their weekend to join us and share their goodies, and most importantly, our incredible staff and volunteers (with special mention to our Friends of Clarence Estate Support Group) whose efforts behind the scenes made everything run smoothly.

Without you, this event simply wouldn’t happen.

We are proud to announce that the Friends of Clarence Estate fundraised a total of $1525.70 to go towards supporting residents and clients between residential services and day centre.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, supported us, and helped make the day what it was, your support never goes unnoticed.

09/11/2025

Happy birthday, dear Gerard! 🎂

In October, a birthday morning tea at Clarence Estate was made extra special as we joined together to acknowledge Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Staff and residents were invited to wear pink, brightening the room and sparking meaningful conversations around this important cause.

Among the celebrations, we had the absolute honour of marking a remarkable milestone. Gerard Lanigan’s 100th birthday! Surrounded by his loving family and many Clarence Estate friends, Gerard’s big day was filled with joy, laughter, and... cake!

It was a wonderful morning of connection, colour, and community spirit, celebrating both awareness and an incredible century of life.

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Albany, WA
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Part of the Albany community since 2002

Clarence Estate has been a leading provider of aged care in the Great Southern region since 2002, and a first choice for many when choosing who to use for home care services.

Our aged care home is located on Hardie Road in Albany, and offers respite and permanent residential care options, including palliative and dementia care.

We are committed to supporting people to continue to live independently in their own home with our wide range of flexible programs and services. Our friendly staff can come to you throughout Albany, Denmark and surrounds.

Our programs include home care packages, veteran’s community nursing, residential or in home respite, as well as other services that you can book through us at any time. Whether you have complex health needs, or just need a bit of help to live comfortably, we are here to help.