Transition plan will begin at aged care home
MALENY Erowal is set to join leading not-for-profit aged care provider Respect, as part of a major transition that will see seven BlueCare aged care homes and four co-located retirement villages transferred to the specialist regional provider.
The move includes Maleny Erowal’s 82-bed residential aged care facility (pictured) and the 15-unit Ben Bryce Retirement Village, both of which have deep-rooted community connections.
Group Executive Aged Care and Community Services at BlueCare, Cathy Thomas, emphasised the importance of maintaining these ties.
“The unique history of the Erowal Aged Care Home and Ben Bryce Retirement Village is reflected in its name and the strong community connections it maintains,” she said.
“Preserving this legacy is at the forefront of our considerations.”
Respect CEO and Managing Director Jason Binder said his organisation is committed to building on Maleny Erowal’s history.
“Like BlueCare, Respect is committed to delivering exceptional care for older people living in rural and regional Australia,” Mr Binder said.
The transfer will be carried out through a structured transition plan, ensuring continuity of care for residents and job security for staff.
A dedicated transition team will be based in Queensland to provide support throughout the process.
The acquisition marks Respect’s first operations in Queensland, expanding its presence further across Australia, following recent growth into Western Australia.
