Deloraine 2009 Calendar

Where can you find a trio of Irish dancers, Dr Heart Throb, a mob of crazed footy fans and a motorbike-revving aged care director? Only within the pages of the 2009 Deloraine calendar.

Turning the idea of ‘boring’ aged care work on its head, the new calendar aims to display the terrific community surrounding the facility – from nursing staff to medical professionals and residents’ families.

Administration manager and cover girl Jennifer Parfett explains how with some team spirit and a lot of creativity, the Deloraine staff turned their wild concept into a reality: “We run a really good place – our proprietors are wonderful people, we’re like a family. Not only do our staff work hard, they have fun. So how could we show people that?”

Highlights include a whip-toting Melbourne Cup crowd, a glamorous mum swathed in silk sheets and a cheeky outdoor barbie. With such a shoot planned, once the camera started clicking even the residents’ families couldn’t keep away. “We wanted to showcase our facility as well,” notes Jennifer. “And I think the calendar captures the ambience you would also find in this building.”

The event really brought Deloraine staff together and brought about the support of local businesses, from doctors and pharmacies to the Western Bulldogs, who supplied the football jumpers. A gift with a difference, the 2009 Deloraine calendar is a great present for anyone with a sense of humour and fun, and will create a unique talking point.

The launch of the 2009 Deloraine calendar was held on Tuesday 16th December at Deloraine Aged Care

For further information or to purchase your 2009 Deloraine Calendar ($15), contact:
Jennifer Parfett
Phone: (03) 9433 3444
jparfett@goldage.com.au