SACAL Village Living

Congratulations to Margaret (pictured along with her lovely cat Misty) for winning the draw from the Retirement Village Expo. The prize was a voucher to Whalebone Restaurant. Enjoy!
St Agnes' Care & Lifestyle

Join in the fun!

You are invited to our Seniors Wellbeing Forum!

Village residents, prospective residents, friends and family are invited to attend a Wellbeing Forum. There will be guest speakers and expo style booths providing a range of information for all.

Register your attendance or find out more information here: https://bit.ly/3rLoQqP

Welcome to Denis! We hope you are enjoying your time in the Village!

Welcome to Lourdes Village John and Judy!

Warm welcome to Gail, one of our new neighbours at Lourdes Village!

Retirement Village & Resort Expo returns!

The Port Macquarie Hastings Retirement Village & Resort Expo, which is devoted exclusively to retirement living and over 55's resorts, provides visitors with a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and gather information about many different retirement villages and resorts in a short period of time and, best of all, entry is free. The Parish will be represented by Sue Reid from Village Sales.

Whether you or someone you love is exploring the idea of over 55's Resort Living, or looking for a retirement village that offers independent living, assisted or specialist care; this expo can help you. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity, it really could change your life!

Date: Sunday & Monday 11-12 September 2022
Time: 10am to 3pm Sunday, and 10am to 1pm Monday
Where: Westport Club, 25 Buller St, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

If you would like to know more about our Village Living opportunities visit: https://sacal.org.au/village-living-getting-started/

Welcome to Lourdes Village Wayne and Lucy! We hope you are enjoying your time in the village!

A warm welcome to new St Agnes' Village resident Jean!

Welcome Chris and Sally to St Agnes' Village!

Radar speed signs at Lourdes Village promote safety first

After good discussion with Lourdes Village residents at their general meeting, residents voted to install two radar speed signs as the best solution to help reduce speeding drivers in the village.

The installation of speed bumps were considered however they were deemed not suitable due to the noise created; they would only be of benefit at the place they were located; and may also impede residents who walk, use walking aids and scooters on the village streets.

One sign (pictured) has been installed in the lower section of Lourdes Village and another will be installed soon near the John Worner CentreRadar speed signs at Lourdes Village promote safety first

After good discussion with Lourdes Village residents at their general meeting, residents voted to install two radar speed signs as the best solution to help reduce speeding drivers in the village.

The installation of speed bumps were considered however they were deemed not suitable due to noise, they would only be a single place of benefit and also impede residents who walk, use walking aids and scooters on the village streets.

One sign (pictured) has been installed in the lower section of Lourdes Village and another will be installed soon near the John Worner Centre.

Welcome Bob and Helen to the Lourdes Village Community!

Come and join the Art 4 Wellness group run at the Tenison Woods Centre 🎨

Lourdes Village residents remember the ANZACs

A big thank you to the Lourdes Village Social Committee members, Barbara Sawtell, Anne Gaffney and Margaret Worthington for organising the ANZAC Day service held at the John Worner Centre, which was attended by 28 residents. Mr Ian Ridgway read the Ode and spoke to residents about some of the history relating to the Wars and the Light Horsemen.

Morning tea followed with delicious Anzac biscuits, home-made by Ronne Webb. Special thanks, also, to Neville Ross, Anne Ihlein, Gary and Diane Fazio for assisting on the day.

In August last year, residents Bob & Maureen joined the St Agnes' Village community. We hope you have been enjoying it so far!

Looks like fun!

Welcome Ruth & her companion Marley to our St Agnes' Village community!

What a wonderful morning enjoyed by our St Agnes' Village Residents at their Coffee Club!

Residents Stan & Florence joined our St Agnes' Village community in November. Welcome!

Can you help Harry fill his car with shoes for the Northern Rivers Flood affected regions?

SHOES NEEDED..........
St Agnes’ Community Service Care worker, Harry, has done some research on the recent Northern Rivers floods and discovered the residents of Lismore, Casino and Woodburn are in need of shoes.

He is keen to fill his car chock-a-block of shoes and will drive up north to deliver them next Thursday 31 March.

If you have any type of footwear (rubber boots, joggers, footy boots, kids, ladies, men’s shoes) in reasonable condition you’d like to donate please drop them into Image at 38 Ackroyd St Port Macquarie by Wednesday 30 March.

Welcome Gregg, Sue and their furry friend Charlie to St Agnes' Village!

Welcome Anna to our St Agnes' Village who joined our community in December!

On Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 February, St Agnes’ Care & Lifestyle held Wellbeing Forums with the theme of Seniors Wellbeing & Community.

The event was open to current Village Residents, families, friends and the broader local community. Specialist presenters were invited to equip and educate the audience with insights on how seniors’ well-being can be supported in today’s environment. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3CbMP6J

Welcome to our St Agnes' Village community Ann!

Great information to be shared

We are hosting a Wellbeing Forum to share our knowledge and hear from community partners tips on how seniors, families, and carers can maintain and support their wellbeing.

Two identical sessions will be held across our two Village locations for your convenience:

• Tuesday, 22 February 2022 at Tenison Woods Centre, St Agnes Village, Lochinvar Place, Port Macquarie from 9.00-12.00 noon.

• Wednesday, 23 February 2022 at John Worner Centre, Davoren Drive, Lourdes Village from 9.00-12.00 noon.

Registration for the event is essential, and entry is free. You can register on our website, https://bit.ly/3ufA5dz or call Donnelly House on (02) 5525 3600.

A great read from the Port Macquarie News during National Carers Week to remind us that quality of life is the most important thing and this quality of life can be achieved with the help of supportive carers.

National Carers Week: "Their quality of life is the most important thing" "Their quality of life is the most important thing and fulfilling their wish of keeping them at home."

Villa 43 in St Agnes’ Village is currently under refurbishment, due for completion in the coming months. The villa is set very close to the center of the village and all amenities in our friendly and caring community at St Agnes Village. The 92m2 refurbished villa includes two bedrooms or could be used as a bedroom plus study, a well-equipped kitchen, bathroom, laundry, lounge and a sunroom provide perfect space suitable for your lounging and dining requirements. Plantation shutters to the front of this villa give it a lovely street appeal. For more information visit our website, https://sacal.org.au/villa-43-st-agnes-village/

Getting started with Village Living.
Deciding to move into a retirement village is a big decision. From funding the retirement you need and want, to maximising the lifestyle benefits, we have five easy steps to get you started:
1. Book an appointment with our Village Living Client Relationship Officer by calling (02) 5525 3600 or 0407 843 515. Here we will discuss your needs and lifestyle that is important to you and how it matches to the villa accommodation, services and facilities we offer.
2. We will provide you with information about types of accommodation on offer, financial requirements, facilities and services to help you make a fully informed decision.
3. Decide which village you want to live in and if you match with an available villa, a fully refundable deposit will secure the villa of your choice.
4. Our Village Living Client Relationship Officer will support you through the paperwork required to complete the Retirement Village Contract. Your solicitor and our team then begin the process of settlement.
5. When you and your solicitor have vetted the detail, you will sign your Retirement Village Contract and Disclosure Statement containing relevant information about your villa and village life. Welcome to our Village community!
1. Book an appointment with our Village Living Client Relationship Officer by calling (02) 5525 3600 or 0407 843 515. Here we will discuss your needs and lifestyle that is important to you and how it matches the villa accommodation, services and facilities we offer.

Village living allows our Residents to have open access to a wide variety of comprehensive Home Care support packages.
All the services you had in your own home are available to you in your new home at St Agnes’ Village or Lourdes Village. With a Home Care package, you can also receive additional support services such as domestic assistance, personal care, meal delivery and nursing care. For more information, call Donnelly House on (02) 5525 3600 or visit our website, https://sacal.org.au/village-living-support-packages/

There are some fantastic resources available for people caring for loved ones with dementia. Have a look at the 'tips of the day' below from Dementia Friendly - Port Macquarie, and remember you are not alone; help and support are available.

I am sure this is not the first time you have heard that routine is important. Do you know why though? 🤔

Routine offers a sense of control over things. For the person living with dementia, who is indescriminately forgetting things, a routine can provide a sense of knowing what happens next 💙

The food and coffee are just THAT good at St. Agostina that they attract some extraordinary visitors!

Sometimes we get furry visitors that melt our hearts 🥰😍🌿

We would like to introduce you to Sue, our Client Relationship Officer for Village Sales at St Agnes Care & Lifestyle.
When we asked Sue what she finds most fulfilling in her role, she was quick to reply, “I get great satisfaction from using a person-centred approach to support prospective village residents and build effective relationships, that result in a smooth transition into village living. I am motivated by encouraging people to achieve their dreams and goals.”
Sue is a licensed real estate agent who has worked with St Agnes’ Catholic Parish since 2018. A proud and engaged local, Sue moved to the Hastings with her family in 1987. Sue enjoys being active and can often be seen enjoying the great outdoors and the beautiful Hastings area with friends and family. As a successful businesswoman, Sue strives for excellent customer service by using her collaborative communication, sales and marketing skills.
You can contact Sue to learn more about the St Agnes Care and Lifestyle Village Living offering by calling 0407 843 515.

Don’t miss this great opportunity to move into Villa 25 and join the friendly and caring community at St Agnes’ Village.

This south-east facing villa boasts large windows in the living area while the backyard vista brings you close to nature with a view that is both relaxing and inspiring. The back sunroom connects to a courtyard to give you the option of enjoying the tranquil view via indoors or outdoors.

Inside the 104m2 villa itself, there are two bedrooms and all the amenities you need, in a well-planned layout, built on a flat block of land. Easy access cupboards and built-in wardrobes mean that you can enjoy everything a newly refurbished villa has to offer.

Air conditioning and ceiling fans means the temperature will be great all year round. Life is easier with remote-controlled, single garage with internal access to the villa. Additionally, the laundry is situated away from the central living area and has its own access to the courtyard clothesline.

* Internal images of this villa are representative only, as villa is currently under refurbishment. Floorplan details subject to change.

Art Exhibition – Expression of Interest!
If you fancy yourself as an artist, why not enter your masterpieces in St Agnes’ and Lourdes Village Exhibition. The exhibition will include painting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, woodwork, patchwork, photography, literary art and creative writing (such as novels, short stories, books, poetry, plays, screenplays), music and much more. The list is endless. A date has not yet been scheduled, however, if you would like to display your masterpieces, please express your interest by phoning the Village Office on 6584 3515 to place your name on the list and include your artistic talent. Further information will be communicated to residents in due course.

LISTED FOR SALE. This neat villa has 1 bedroom plus study (or guest room) with a large sunroom which will provide a great extension to your living area. Beautiful white plantation shutters cover the main bedroom and lounge room windows. A nicely appointed kitchen flows on from the lounge room. This villa has a single attached garage all on one level, with an additional toilet in the laundry. For more information visit our website, https://sacal.org.au/villa-9-st-agnes-village/

Monday to Friday 7-2pm all the treats available as usual.

Housemade focaccia with grilled chicken, green olives, roast capsicum, pesto and jalapeno jack cheese 🥳🥪