Each staff member has undergone reference and security checks to ensure they are fully qualified, experienced and are passionate about working in the aged care sector. Our staff undergo ongoing training to ensure they are up to speed with the latest processes and knowledge. Emotional intelligence and sensitivity to diversity are other key factors that we consider when recruiting staff into our Centre community.

Our approach to dementia care is led by each person's interests, feelings and emotions. We respect the rich lives they have led by tailoring our care based on their personal history in a dedicated dementia-friendly environment. 

Environment can have a big impact on quality of life. Our Dorset Wing is specifically designed to meet the needs of residents with higher-level behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. 

Gill Waminda Aged Care Centre offers a range of single and twin rooms with ensuites and sunny, external views. All rooms have a 24-hour emergency call system for added peace of mind.

Other features include:

• Telephone and TV connections are available
• Country views
• Cupboards
• Electronically adjustable beds

This is your home - you are most welcome to bring in your own favourite items (photos, mementos and accessories) to dress the room to your own taste and preferences. *

*All items must meet the Centre's work, health and safety guidelines. 

Meals are cooked daily onsite by a qualified chef in consultation with the dietitian. The menu is regularly rotated to promote choice and take advantage of what is in season. Each meal has a selection of high protein, vegetarian and modified options. We also cater for special dietary and cultural requirements. 

Nutrition programs can also be organised as required.

Click here to get more of a taste for food at The Salvation Army Aged Care. 

We take fun quite seriously! The Centre has a dedicated Lifestyle team that organises daily activities based on the suggestions of residents via resident meetings, including outings, art classes, music therapy, knitting, cooking, Men’s Shed, armchair travel, regular visiting entertainers, celebrations, gardening, community projects and many more.

We offer:

• Recreational activities areas for individual and/or group activities
• Reading corners with books 
• Movies and DVDs
• Centre bus 
• Hairdressing salon and barber shop
• Plenty of outdoor living areas

Scheduled visits from the local GP and other Allied Health services as needed, including occupational therapy, optometrist, speech therapist and podiatrist.

We have a holistic model of care. The Centre Chaplains play an important role in bringing this to life. We also have a chapel onsite. Whatever your beliefs, our Chaplains are here to assist in your spiritual and emotional journey, if you wish - because we don't have clients, only family.