Celebrating the Heart of Our Community: Temora Medical Complex Nurses Lead the Way in Healthy Ageing

From left to right; Libby, Gillian and Lucy.

In a heartwarming display of community spirit and innovation, the nurses from the Temora Medical Complex have been doing something extraordinary for the elderly residents of their town. Temora Medical Complex are one of 18 general practices across the region who have signed up to participate in Living Well, Your Way: Summer Strategy supporting the establishment of sustainable Nurse Led Clinics. The focus of their Nurse-Led Clinic project is Healthy Ageing.

Recently they set up a lively and engaging stall at the local Healthy Ageing Expo, showcasing their exciting new initiative—the "Good Old Days" Healthy Ageing Clinic.

This new clinic is all about keeping elderly community members healthy, happy, and most importantly, at home for longer. The nurses have taken the lead in crafting personalised, practical healthcare solutions that allow the elderly to maintain their independence and quality of life. From managing chronic conditions to providing valuable health advice, the clinic is tailored to meet the unique needs of older adults, helping them age with dignity and grace right in the comfort of their own homes.

At the Healthy Ageing Expo, the nurses went above and beyond to promote this wonderful initiative, offering helpful information and creating connections in their community. Their enthusiasm was infectious, and the community response was overwhelming. People gathered at their stall to learn more about how the "Good Old Days" clinic can make a difference in the lives of seniors in Temora.

It’s not just about health checks and medical support; it's about building connections. The nurses have created a space where elderly people can feel heard and cared for. It's this sense of community and personal attention that sets the clinic apart, making it a much-needed resource for families who want to ensure their loved ones live their golden years to the fullest.

In a town where kindness and connection are at the heart of everything, the Temora Medical Complex nurses are leading the charge in redefining what it means to age well. So, here’s to the amazing nurses at the Temora Medical Complex - thank you for going above and beyond to keep our community strong, healthy, and connected for many more good old days to come!

To find out more about LWYW Summer Strategy: Nurse Led Clinics visit www.livingwellyourway.org.au or contact info@livingwellyourway.com.au.

Cristy Houghton

Cristy's unique career has taken her from country NSW to the city lights of Clarendon Street South Melbourne and back again. With an early career in radio as a copywriter and creative strategist, she is now a Jill of all trades as a graphic designer, website builder, blog writer, video editor, social media manager, marketing strategist and more. 

In fact, give her any task and this chick will figure out how to do it! Go on, we dare you!

No, really, we DARE you!!

Cristy has won two Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) for Best Ad and Best Sales Promotion, and even has an 'Employee of the Year' certificate with her name on it.

Cristy and her husband James have traveled extensively through Russia, China and South East Asia, and have two fur-babies, Sooty (cat) and Panda (puppy). Cristy loves drinking coffee, meeting people to drink coffee, coffee tasting and coffee flavoured cocktails. She also enjoys road trips, TED Talks and watching cat videos on youtube.

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