MELBOURNE, 20 September 2022: If you are looking for Indian-specific aged care for a senior near or dear one, then an opportunity has arisen at the newly opened Avondrust Lodge at Carrum Downs, Victoria. Anyone interested in immediate need needs to register an expression of interest to get the accommodation.
MiCare has made arrangements to provide Indian-specific care at the Avondrust Lodge in Carrum Downs. The culturally inclusive accommodation includes Indian ethno-specific needs like vegetarian menu and other culturally significant needs.
Ms. Petra Neeleman, Executive Director of MiCare reports says, “ We very much want to service the Indian Community and for those needing immediate care, we have a wing and rooms available for the Indian Community”.
108 bed Indian Specific Aged Care at Noble Park
A media release from the Secretary of the AICCT says:
“MiCare and the Australian Indian Community Charitable Trust (AICCT) say they are committed to establishing the Indian-specific aged care home in Noble Park. Plans have been approved for a 108-bed home on 5 levels. The Home will be close to all amenities including shops and public transport. It is also adjacent to a park and has large balconies which bring light into the home and connects the inside with the outside.
Impact of COVID-19 and delays:
Unfortunately, delays have occurred due to COVID-19. Petra Neeleman, the Executive Director of MiCare stated “ the past two years have had such an impact on aged care, apart from the issues with staffing and constant lockdowns, we are also facing construction material shortages, this has put so much pressure on aged care.” The whole industry is facing the same issues however MiCare is keen to continue with its growth plan as soon as possible.”
Vasan Srinivasan from the AICCT states, “the Indian community is very eager to see the development of the Home in Noble Park but fully understands the reasons for the delay.” He added ‘We all hope that everyone is safe and well and that we recover from COVID-19 quickly”.
LINK FOR REGISTRATION OF EXPRESSION INTEREST
CONTACT– Call Vasan Srinivasan at 0412 55 33 71 or email at – vasan.srinivasan@aicct.org.au
