An aged care home really is a hum of activity, with many people involved in keeping everything humming along.
Werribee’s Manor Court is a 100-bed home snuggled in a peaceful residential setting and has over 110 staff plus contractors who work hard to provide a vibrant community within a community.
Lifestyle manager Tracey Hanson her job.
“I love coming to Manor Court, I get to be creative with my team and working with our beautiful residents to develop and deliver activities that create joy.”
Jeremy and Vince are the handymen, which really means Jack of all trades.
“Every day is different and there is always something new to learn but the satisfaction I have is knowing the difference Vince and I can make in the lives of our residents,” Jeremy said,
The kitchen at Manor Court is always a hive of activity, preparing 300 meals a day and getting through 2000 servings of cakes and biscuits a week.
One of the favourite meals at Manor Court is fish and chips for Friday lunch using fresh fish that is hand crumbed.
“You can’t beat fresh fish,” says Nitin, acting head chef.
“We regularly update our meals and have taste testing with a group of residents to trial new recipes – which is always a fun session.”
With nurses, carers, finance and administration teams there are lots of rewarding roles in aged care.
“It is all about attitude,” says chief executive Linda Kensington.
“You really have to care about people regardless of your role. A smile goes a long way!”
