Anglicare Sydney

Growing older isn’t about fading into the background—it’s about living fully, laughing loudly, and proving the world wrong.   Unashamedly Old… But Won’t Be Told captures the perspectives of 14 Anglicare Sydney residents as they challenge outdated beliefs about ageing. Produced in consultation with acclaimed Australian documentarian Kirk Docker, known for ABC’s You Can’t Ask That, the film dives into stories of romance, technology, and the everyday joys of life.   With 43% of older Australians facing discrimination, it’s time to change the narrative. Watch the trailer and be inspired.   🎥 Watch the full documentary: hubs.la/Q03cFjQs0 #anglicaresydney #unashamedlyold #wooloowareshores #retirementliving #ageingpositively #seniorsliving Melissa Wei Ruth Hendy Nathan Rodrigues Jessica Taulaga Megan Mapp Liza F. Andrea Sestan Jodie Pennings DEC PR Grainger Films

Last week, Anglicare brought together 120 passionate community leaders and philanthropists from across the Northern Beaches and North Shore for a special event focused on supporting families recovering from domestic violence. Our speakers, Anglicare General Manager for Relationships and Wellbeing Sarah Van Bentum, Sydney Anglican Archdeacon Kara Hartley, and Anglicare CEO Simon Miller delivered powerful insights on the vital collaboration between churches and Anglicare in addressing domestic and family violence in our local communities. The event emphasised organisational partnerships, and they ways each of us as individuals can create meaningful change through awareness, support, and action. Thank you to Anglicare board member Peter Hicks for your initiative and leadership in hosting this event and for all who attended and contributed to this important conversation. At Anglicare, we believe that by working together, we can build stronger, safer communities for all. #strongertogether #communitysupport #enddv #anglicaresydney #socialimpact #communitypartnership Veronika Peters Michael Laverty Savin Prasad Kylie Rea

A Heartfelt Celebration of Women’s Impact 💚 Meredith Donkin, Foster Care Relationship Lead visited the community of Woodberry Village in Winston Hills to highlight the pivotal role women play in foster care, both as carers and as supporters. Meredith spoke at the village’s International Women’s Day High Tea event, where she shared her personal and professional experiences in foster care. “One of the most important elements of foster care recruitment is telling the stories of children, so their need is not hidden, and their stories are shared far and wide,” she explained. Her heartfelt speech left the attendees deeply moved and inspired, providing a powerful reminder of the compassionate services Anglicare offers beyond the walls of the village. “Meredith’s story is a great reminder of Anglicare’s compassionate services beyond our village and the significant impact these services have in the community,” said Chris Thomas, Village Manager. One special guest at the event was Shirley (pictured), a remarkable woman who has lived at Woodberry for an incredible 39 years and is turning 95 this year! Shirley showcased some of the beautiful jackets she hand-knits for premature and stillborn babies in hospitals, highlighting her unwavering compassion and dedication to others. The day was a true celebration of women, community, and the crucial need for foster care. The message about the importance of foster care resonated with all, leaving everyone inspired and reminded of the incredible impact they can have in making a difference 💚 Meredith Donkin Joanne Meyer Chris Thomas #internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #fostercare #seniorscommunities #anglicaresydney

Happy International Women's Day! Watch the inspiring story of Wilma, an Anglicare resident and retired nurse who defied expectations and followed God's calling to become a midwife in Papua New Guinea. #anglicaresydney #internationalwomensday #IWD2025

Hello Macquarie Park 🥳 👏 Anglicare's Support Centre has relocated to its new home at MQX4 in the Macquarie Exchange precinct.   The new space brings together many of Anglicare's support functions on one large floor, providing better collaboration as we work side by side to serve residents, clients and customers.   Congratulations to the Project Team headed by Victoria Lee (Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer), David Young (Head of Property Management) and Joanne Bagnulo (Change Manager - Residential Care), and supported by representatives of the Property, IT, Communications, People and Customer, and Strategy teams.   A huge thank you to Axiom Workplaces for creating a space that prioritises collaboration, wellbeing, and productivity. #anglicaresydney #axiomworkplaces Simon Miller Graham Worsley Chris Mahoney Joshua Hackett Mark Andersen Lisianne Hall Laurie Boxwell (GAICD) Roy Hazelwood Elicia Pace Simon Jones Sam Polur Karen Thomson

We are pleased to announce the appointment of former NSW Minister, The Hon. Rob Stokes, in a newly created role, heading up Anglicare’s Housing business unit.  As Group Executive - Housing, Rob will lead the growth and strategic direction of Anglicare’s work providing more safe and affordable homes for those most at risk of homelessness. Anglicare CEO, Simon Miller says “The cost-of-living and housing crisis is one of the greatest challenges facing Australians today. Our research shows only one in 500 homes in Sydney is affordable for someone on income support. Now is the time for non-profits, governments, and developers to step up and do more. “We are not only expanding our housing footprint — we are strengthening our voice for those who need a home. With Rob leading our Housing business unit, Anglicare is well-positioned to drive advocacy, innovation and scalable solutions that will make a lasting difference in people’s lives.” We look forward to welcoming Rob when he joins on 23 June. #housing #affordablehousing #housingcrisis 

Anglicare Sydney has received additional funding to expand our Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP) as part of a broader $245.6 million Government initiative to combat domestic and family violence in New South Wales. This funding allows us to extend the program in Nowra and Ulladulla, in addition to Parramatta. The goal of the program is to create safety for women and children by working with men who use, or have used violence in their relationships. We want to hold men accountable for using violence in their relationships, while supporting the change necessary for them to become the best partners and fathers they can be.    Anglicare Sydney has been delivering evidence based, Men’s Behaviour Change Programs since 2016, originally funded through the Department Social Services and more recently Department of Communities and Justice.   We sincerely thank the NSW Government for their crucial support in making this vital investment towards the safety of women and children. Together, we can create lasting change.   #MBCP #anglicaresydney #domesticviolenceprevention #nswgovernment #communitysupport #makingadifference Sarah Van Bentum Naomi Dear NSW Department of Communities and Justice Department of Social Services (DSS)

🍾 A New Dining Experience is Coming! We're bringing a first-of-its-kind waterfront dining experience to Woolooware Shores by Anglicare. Heirloom, Sydney’s first-ever waterfront restaurant within a seniors living community, is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant set to open in late 2025 and will be a place where food, connection and community come together, right in the heart of the thriving seniors living community.   Today’s sod-turning ceremony marked the milestone, attended by Anglicare CEO Simon Miller, project leaders from Meridian, DKO and Willow Frank, and Federal MP Simon Kennedy.   "The inspiration for Heirloom comes from the principles of the ‘Blue Zones’ – the geographical locations where people live longer and happier lives. Those core principles centre on eating well ... taking time to connect with family, friends and the community; being surrounded by beautiful views and landscapes; and being grounded by a positive outlook and connection to one’s faith," - Simon Miller, Anglicare CEO   Read all about it here: https://hubs.la/Q037sVyn0   #anglicaresydney #heirloomrestaurant #wooloowareshores #retirementliving Simon Miller Simon Kennedy Meridian Construction Services Pty Ltd DKO Architecture Willow Frank Laurie Boxwell (GAICD) Liza F. Andrea Sestan Jodie Pennings Melissa Wei Matthew Hunter Lawrence Leong Emma Greenstein Christopher Yiannakis Ruth Hendy Megan Mapp

We love a good weather cross! 🌅 Not even the early morning could stop the residents of Minto Gardens from showing off the vibrant community that makes our Village such a wonderful place to call home. A big thank you to Sam Mac and the Sunrise team for dropping by! #anglicaresydney #retirementliving #retirementvillage

Our Nowra Anglicare Relationships and Wellbeing team had the opportunity to share key insights into local community needs in the areas of family mental health and domestic and family violence, as part of our ongoing funding relationship with the Department of Social Services (DSS). “As we continue to strengthen our funding partnerships with DSS, we’re grateful for the opportunity to speak directly to the needs of the communities we serve and for the opportunity to collaborate and enhance our impact as we work side-by-side” said Sarah Van Bentum, Head of Anglicare Relationships and Wellbeing. 📸 Anglicare's Sarah Van Bentum, Warren Faulkner and Naomi Deer, with the Department Of Social Services' Angela Dohan and Lance Butler. #anglicaresydney #relationshipsandwellbeing #counselling Sarah Van Bentum Warren Faulkner Naomi Dear