Bolton Clarke Charlesbrook, Templestowe

22/07/2025

Five Charlesbrook residents are finding this new activity of having a pen pal very warming and getting an old-fashioned letter in the mail has not lost it’s charm. Receiving these letters is putting a smile on residents' faces as they read pages of interesting things from a new friend.

15/07/2025

Mihaela and Jeffrey took to the spiral staircase at the Kangaroo Ground Memorial Tower and made it to the top! You can see them waving to the rest of the residents and team who stayed firmly planted on the ground level.

15/07/2025

It's National Diabetes Week this week and to mark the occasion, Bolton Clarke Research Institute Senior Research Fellow Dr Rajna Ogrin has been chatting with Diabetes Victoria about foot health.
If you have diabetes, taking care of your feet is really important. High blood sugar can affect your nerves and blood flow, which means you might not feel injuries and they may take longer to heal. This can lead to serious problems like ulcers or even amputations—but the good news is most of these can be prevented!
Top tips for keeping your feet healthy include:
* Check your feet every day – Look for cuts, blisters, redness, or swelling. Use a mirror or ask someone to help if you can’t see well.
* Wash and dry your feet daily – Especially between your toes. Keep your skin soft with moisturiser (but not between the toes).
* Trim your nails carefully – Or ask a podiatrist to help.
* Wear comfortable shoes and socks – Avoid tight shoes or seams that rub.
* Never walk barefoot – Even at home.
* See a podiatrist regularly – They can spot problems early and help you manage them.
* Get help quickly – If you notice anything unusual, don’t wait.
To hear Rajna's webinar, visit https://www.diabetesvic.org.au/annual-cycle-of-care-looking-after-your-foot-health

09/07/2025

Bruno showing off his skills during last week's entertainment!

08/07/2025

A beautiful winter day in Melbourne with a trip to Half Moon Bay for a fish and chip lunch with a view of the beautiful sea and some rescue training happening. Residents also got a delightful hello from a friendly pooch! 🌞

08/07/2025

Bangerang and Wiradjuri artist Matty Atkinson worked with Live Up to create this artwork, Walking Hand in Hand. It shows how everyday tools can help older First Nations people stay independent. Find out more in Live Up's Everyday Tools to Help Mob guide: https://www.liveup.org.au/resources/first-nations-resources

07/07/2025

Less than two months before the outbreak of World War II, Brisbane Boer War veteran Mr G. M Money became the first resident at Kingshome, our first veterans home, on 8 July, 1938. The Telegraph published this photograph to mark the occasion.

02/07/2025

On 28 June 1880, Victorian police captured Ned Kelly after the siege at Glenrowan. Five years later, we had our beginnings when Lady Janet Clarke was among prominent Victorians who came together to establish Australia's first home nursing service. Watch this video from the State Library of Victoria to learn about the incredible woman, our namesake, who connects these two events.

How did Ned Kelly’s armour end up on display in the mansion of Janet Lady Clarke … the influential Melbourne woman behind The Ashes? If you require a descrip...

18/06/2025

Some lovely fresh winter produce from Mihaela's garden - enough to share with Chef Samira to use in her cooking for residents and for staff to take home to enjoy with their families!

17/06/2025

Queensland Governor Sir Leslie Wilson officially opens Kingshome, Queensland’s first war veterans home, on 18 June 1938. At around the same time, the District Nurses welcome first patients to their new After Care Home in Collingwood. The home was built to alleviate an overburdened hospital system that meant many patients had to be discharged days or weeks before they were ready to leave.

06/06/2025

The Sisters and Misters Choir came to Charlesbrook last week for an afternoon of singing, dancing and endless fun together, with residents and team members joining in on some of the choreographed performances! The wife of one of the residents performs in the group and made the afternoon possible.

04/06/2025

Residents were smiling ear-to-ear while they enjoyed an afternoon of performances from the Sisters and Misters Choir!