Cooinda Benalla Aged Care

21/08/2026

🌟 Welcome our new Clinical Care Coordinator & Educator – Glenys Bailey 🌟

Last month we welcomed Glenys Bailey to Cooinda as our new Clinical Care Coordinator & Educator.

Glenys is a Registered Nurse with 23 years of experience across public and private healthcare. She began her nursing career in aged care before expanding into acute care, perioperative services, education and clinical leadership, giving her a broad understanding of healthcare across a range of settings.

Throughout her career, Glenys has worked across clinical practice, leadership, workforce development and education. Her experience includes roles as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Learning and Development Manager, Perioperative Educator and Senior Nursing Teacher. She is passionate about supporting staff, fostering positive team cultures and helping deliver safe, high-quality care.

Glenys enjoys building strong professional relationships and working collaboratively with residents, families and multidisciplinary teams. She is committed to creating a supportive environment where residents receive person-centred care and staff feel valued, confident and empowered to provide the best care possible.

Welcome to the Cooinda team Glenys!

07/08/2026

🌟 Happy Aged Care Employee Day! 🌟

Today we celebrate and thank the incredible people behind Cooinda. To all of our staff and volunteers that work in each area, you all play an important role in the lives of our residents, clients and their families.
Your compassion, dedication and hard work make a genuine difference every day, you are the heart and backbone of Cooinda. Thank you for everything you do. Today, we celebrate you.

24/07/2026

✨ Fun Friday & Pyjama Day! ✨

This week's Fun Friday was extra cosy as it was also Pyjama Day! Residents and staff enjoyed the day dressed in their favourite pyjamas, comfy dressing gowns and warm ugg boots.

The afternoon was made even more special with entertainment from Judy and Dale, who had everyone tapping their toes and singing along.

A big thank you to Judy and Dale for another wonderful afternoon of music and to everyone who embraced the spirit of Pyjama Day!

17/07/2026

✨ A Milestone Worth Celebrating! ✨

Today was an exciting day for our Community Care Services team as we welcomed our 100th Support at Home/Home Care Package client!

This achievement reflects the dedication and passion of our team in supporting clients to remain independent, safe and comfortable in their own homes for longer.

A huge congratulations and thank you to our incredible Community Care Services team for the difference you make every day in the lives of our clients and their families.

If you would like to learn more about the services Cooinda can provide for you or your loved one at home, we'd love to help.

Call us on (03) 5761 3383 to find out more.

07/07/2026

✨ We're Hiring – Care Partner Benalla/Mansfield ✨

Are you passionate about helping older Australians live independently and thrive in their own homes?

Cooinda is seeking an experienced Care Partner to join our dedicated team supporting participants between Benalla and Mansfield.
In this rewarding role, you'll work closely with participants, families and care teams to deliver person-centred care, coordinate services, monitor funding and budgets, and help individuals achieve their wellbeing goals while remaining connected to their communities.

Why join our Cooinda Community Care Services team?
* Flexible working arrangements
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives
* Professional development and career growth opportunities
* Be part of a trusted, community-focused organisation committed to quality care

We're looking for someone with experience in Home Care Packages or Support at Home, strong communication and organisational skills and a genuine commitment to person-centred care.

If you're ready to join an our Cooinda Community Care Services team where compassion, respect, integrity and teamwork guide everything we do, we'd love to hear from you.

Click the link below to view the full position description and apply through SEEK.

Help older people stay independent at home while managing personalised care and building meaningful community relationships.

06/07/2026

🌟 Congratulations Windy! 🌟

We are proud to congratulate Windy, one of our talented cooks at Cooinda on her recent success in culinary competitions.
After earning a Gold Medal at the regional competition, Windy went on to achieve another Gold Medal at the state competition, a wonderful recognition of her hard work, dedication and passion for cooking.

Returning to competition for the first time in several years, Windy challenged herself by creating an Indonesian inspired main course and dessert, showcasing both her creativity and technical skills.

Congratulations Windy on this fantastic achievement, Cooinda is very proud of you!

29/06/2026

There are only hours left before 30 June! Your last chance to make a tax-deductible donation this financial year.

At Cooinda your support goes directly towards equipment, transport and activities that brighten our residents lives every day.
If you’ve been thinking about giving, now’s the time.

To make a donation visit: https://cooinda.org.au/donate/

Thank you for supporting your community ❤️

15/06/2026

We’re Hiring!

Our team is looking for a caring and reliable Aged Care Support Worker (In-Home Care) to join us and make a real difference in our community. If you’re passionate about helping older Australians live independently with dignity and respect, we’d love to hear from you.
To view the full job description or to apply, please use the Seek link below
👉 https://au.seek.com/job/92241416?ref=cm-ui

Join a supportive team where your work truly matters every day.

14/06/2026

✨ Cooinda Annual Fundraising Appeal ✨

Every day, we see the difference compassion, care and community can make in people’s lives. But we can’t do it alone.

Our Annual Fundraising Appeal is now underway and we’re inviting you to be part of something truly meaningful. Every donation, big or small, helps us continue providing the care, support and dignity our residents deserve.

Together, we can:
• Enhance the lives of those in our care
• Upgrade essential equipment
• Support our dedicated team
• Create a brighter, more connected community

If you’re able to give this year, we would be so grateful. And if you can’t donate right now, please share this post to help us reach others who might.

👉 Donate today and make a real difference: www.cooinda.org.au/donate

Thank you for standing with us and helping support our residents.

14/06/2026

💜 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜

At Cooinda, today is a powerful reminder of something very close to our hearts. Every person deserves to feel safe, respected and valued at every stage of life.

We have the privilege of caring for and supporting older people every day and we see firsthand the importance of kindness, dignity, and connection but sadly not all older people experience this.

Today, we stand together to:
💜 Advocate for the rights and safety of older people
💜 Listen, support and empower every voice
💜 Foster a community where respect and compassion come first

We encourage everyone in our community to check in on those around them, speak up if something feels wrong and be part of creating a safer, more caring environment for the elderly.

At Cooinda, we are proud to stand against elder abuse, not just today, but every day.