A new aged care service in Romsey opened its door to its first resident late last month, marking the occasion with a welcome ceremony.
Hosted on Monday, March 31, Romsey Community Aged Care welcomed first resident Judith Doolan, with her family – including daughter Tracey Robertson and son-in-law Christian Saunders – by her side throughout the event to mark the milestone of her transition to residential aged care.
Ms Doolan helped to celebrate the official opening of the new service by cutting a red ribbon alongside former Macedon Ranges councillor Geoff Neil.
Ms Doolan was excited to be welcomed to her new home, but admitted she was a bit overwhelmed by all of the attention at the welcoming ceremony.
“I can’t believe all these people are here for me,” Ms Doolan said.
A former yoga teacher, she said she is especially looking forward to taking part in the organisation’s walking and exercise groups, as well as the reading group and bus outings.
According to a Romsey Community Aged Care spokesperson, Ms Doolan has “already brought a wonderful energy to the residence” through her “radiant smile and eagerness to engage with community life.”
The Romsey Community Aged Care residence is located at 40 Goodenia Lane, Romsey.
