Care Community stories
Reigniting a lifelong creative passion
8th January 2019 | 2 min videoResident, Clare tells us how moving into aged care lets her explore her creativity and regain her zest for life. Through encouragement from the lifestyle coordinator at her home, Claire began painting photos she was given by team members. She now paints multiple pieces a year and any proceeds from sales go through to a cancer charity. Have a watch of her incredible story below.
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