Sixteen Lifeview residents from The Willows and Argyle Court visited Caulfield Grammar School’s Wheelers Hill campus earlier this month to take part in the “Human Community Library”, an initiative driven by two Year 9 students and their teacher.
Students Jessica and Molly, supported by teacher Melanie Beere, reached out to The Willows’ Social Support Coordinator, Bernadette Richardson, to enquire about Lifeview residents conversing and sharing stories with 20 Grade 6 stories.
The outcome was beautiful, the students highly engaged and asking lots of questions to the elderly residents, who were equally enthusiastic answering and asking questions of their own.
All involved gained enormous benefit from the experience, forging greater understanding of each other’s lived experience and emphasising the importance of connection across generations.
Afterwards some of the students performed music for the residents while they enjoyed morning tea.
About Lifeview
Lifeview delivers innovative, award-winning care and wellness through four homes in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs. With a model that is a world away from the “traditional nursing home model”, Lifeview residents are afforded an industry-leading social and lifestyle program, exceptional care and wellness, and delicious and nutritious meals prepared by qualified chefs. Lifeview is proudly pet-friendly, with residents encouraged to bring their beloved pets into the home when they join the community. As a proudly Rainbow Tick accredited organisation, Lifeview is inclusive and welcoming. Learn more about the Lifeview difference at www.lifeview.com.au
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