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Suncare’s Stepping On Program

Step into a healthier and more confident life with Suncare’s Stepping On Program. This program is designed to improve your overall health, physical strength and wellbeing. The program spans 8 weeks, starting on the 14/02/2024. You’ll learn about important topics such as reducing fall risks, and tips and tools for staying both safe and independent. …

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Celebrating 70 Years

70 years of marriage is an extraordinary milestone and deserves be celebrated! We would like to celebrate Jan and Rita, a beautiful couple who have shared life experiences and loved one another deeply for over 70 years. Jan and Rita first met when Jan was 19 and Rita was 16 in their home country of…

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A life worth celebrating

For an outstanding 77 years, Lynette demonstrated her musical prowess by playing both the regal pipe organ and the modern piano. Now 92 years old, she began her musical journey at the age of 16, initially gaining her skills through classical piano lessons. Whilst these lessons helped and provided a foundation in fundamental keys, Lyn…

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A Father’s Joy

Late last year, Edward (Ted) was given the opportunity to attend his daughter’s wedding thanks to our very own Suncare support worker, Daniel. Ted, who was navigating hospital and respite care, faced the challenge of making it to the Sunshine Coast for the joyous occasion. As luck would have it, one of Suncare’s dedicated support…

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Brush Strokes | Western Van Gogh

Meet Barbara, an exceptional artist here at Suncare. Barbara began her painting journey at 28, inheriting the creative mantle from her great-grandfather. This artistic legacy has continued to the next generations, with her five children following in her footsteps artistically. In 2022, Barbara achieved acclaim by winning the Judge’s Choice Award for a painting of…

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Rotary Christmas Lunch

‘Tis the season of joy and our annual Rotary Christmas Lunch! The lunch was once again hosted by the Kawana State School, with food prepared and served by Kawana Waters State College Hospitality, Tourism and Lifestyle students. Guests were entertained by the very talented students from the college with an atmosphere filled with gratitude and…

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Across the Continent

Ginette was born on a small island in The Seychelles located on the eastern edge of the Somali Sea, growing up with her parents and her 14 siblings! Ginette is the 7th child in her family, born between 4 older brothers and 4 younger brothers. Her father worked on a train in Africa and would…

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Kickoff with Kindness

Amidst the thundering cheers and electric atmosphere of the Woman’s World Cup stood one of our very own volunteers, Julie Fortescue-Phillips. Julie fell in love with soccer from the moment she could kick a ball with her dad. She took that passion and ran with it, culminating in winning the gold medal for England at…

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Celebrating QLD Seniors Month

Celebrating our Seniors October 2023 was Queensland Seniors month, and we opened the doors of our Community Centre for our local Sunshine Coast community.  This year, we encouraged our customers and friends to get involved in our full program of events and activities offered at Suncare. The event this year was celebrated at the Suncare…

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