As dementia’s “Silent Epidemic” sees cases explode worldwide, a new generation of aged care facilities aims to blur the lines between home and hospital care. More than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia but that number will almost double every 20 years.
Hawthorndale Care Village is scheduled to open mid-2025 and draws inspiration from the innovative Dutch care village, The Hogeweyk, aiming to redefine aged care by blending home comforts with aged care support. Unlike traditional aged care facilities, Hawthorndale integrates dementia residents within 13 care houses alongside rest home and hospital-level residents, fostering a community where every resident thrives. Each home accommodates six to seven residents, offering 24/7 professional support in shared living spaces.
At Hawthorndale, familiarity is key to promoting health and wellbeing. The village town centre, featuring a theatre, hairdresser, library, gym, café, dairy, chapel, and workshop, ensures residents experience a fulfilling daily life. Advanced wristbands and security sensors provide round-the-clock monitoring, ensuring safety while preserving residents' independence.
The realisation of this vision owes much to the Hannan family's generosity. Jim Hannan initiated the development of the Village by providing initial feasibility funding, contributed to the capital phase, and is kickstarting this fund to support ongoing operations. His dedication stems from the compassionate care his late wife Helen Hannan received at Calvary Hospital, where the inspiration for this innovative approach to dementia care was born. Jim Hannan's steadfast support underscores their mission to establish an enduring legacy in dementia care.
Join us in pioneering positive aged care for Southlanders – Hawthorndale Care Village, where every day is a step towards a more fulfilling life for our residents. You can make an immediate one off or regular monthly donation by bank transfer. All donations are eligible for a 33% tax credit. Or you can leave a bequest in your will.
