Residential Aged Care Pascoe Vale

Residential Aged Care Pascoe Vale

At our Residential Aged Care facility in Pascoe Vale, we offer a wide range of services to cater to the unique needs of our elderly residents. Our team of dedicated professionals works tirelessly to ensure that every individual receives the highest quality care and support.

Our facility provides round-the-clock nursing care, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. We also offer a variety of recreational activities and social events to keep our residents engaged and entertained.

In addition to physical care, we also prioritize mental and emotional well-being. Our staff is trained to provide compassionate companionship and emotional support to all residents. We understand that transitioning to a residential aged care facility can be challenging, so we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels at home.

We also offer specialized services for residents with dementia or other cognitive impairments. Our memory care program is designed to provide personalized support and stimulation for individuals with memory loss.

Overall, our goal is to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life for all of our residents. We are committed to providing the highest standard of care in a safe and nurturing environment.

Pascoe Vale Aged Care

How Residential Aged Care in Pascoe Vale Supports Independent Living for Seniors —

As individuals age, their needs often change, and the level of care they require can vary from day to day. Residential aged care in Pascoe Vale offers a solution that not only provides the necessary support but also promotes independence for seniors. These facilities are designed to cater to the physical, emotional, and social well-being of residents, helping them maintain as much independence as possible while ensuring their health and safety.

One of the primary benefits of residential aged care in Pascoe Vale is the personalized care provided to each resident. Each person’s needs are different, whether they require help with daily tasks such as meal preparation or assistance with managing a chronic illness. Residential aged care services create tailored care plans for each resident, ensuring they receive the right level of assistance without compromising their independence. This personalized approach helps residents retain a sense of control over their daily lives, allowing them to participate in decisions about their care and activities.

Another benefit is the opportunity for seniors to maintain their autonomy while receiving support when necessary. Many seniors who are aging or living with chronic conditions fear losing their independence. Residential aged care in Pascoe Vale helps address this concern by providing a supportive environment where residents can continue to make choices about their daily lives. Whether it’s deciding what time to wake up, what to eat, or what activities to participate in, residents are encouraged to make decisions that align with their preferences, ensuring they maintain their dignity and autonomy.

The safety and security provided by residential aged care facilities are also crucial for seniors who may have mobility issues, memory loss, or other conditions that make it difficult for them to live alone. These facilities are designed to be safe and accessible, with features such as handrails, wide hallways, and emergency response systems. Trained caregivers are always available to assist with mobility or other needs, ensuring that seniors can navigate their environment safely and independently.

Additionally, residential aged care facilities in Pascoe Vale foster a sense of community, which is vital for the mental and emotional well-being of residents. Social interaction is a critical aspect of aging, as loneliness and isolation can lead to depression and decline in cognitive health. These facilities offer a range of activities, including exercise programs, arts and crafts, and social events, where seniors can interact with others, build friendships, and stay mentally engaged. By promoting social connections and participation, residential aged care ensures that residents feel connected and involved in their community.

For families, residential aged care in Pascoe Vale provides reassurance that their loved one is receiving the right level of care and support while also maintaining their independence. Families can rest assured that their loved one’s needs are being met by trained professionals who are there to assist with any challenges that may arise. This allows families to spend quality time with their loved ones without the constant pressure of caregiving responsibilities.

Residential aged care in Pascoe Vale supports seniors in maintaining their independence while providing the necessary care, security, and social engagement needed to live a fulfilling life.

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Pascoe Vale
MelbourneVictoria
St Oliver Plunkett Catholic Church in Pascoe Vale
Pascoe Vale is located in Melbourne
Pascoe Vale
Pascoe Vale
Location in metropolitan Melbourne
Map
Coordinates37°43′37″S 144°56′31″E / 37.727°S 144.942°E / -37.727; 144.942
Population18,171 (2021 census)[1]
 • Density3,710/km2 (9,600/sq mi)
Postcode(s)3044
Elevation45 m (148 ft)
Area4.9 km2 (1.9 sq mi)
Location9 km (6 mi) N of Melbourne
LGA(s)City of Merri-bek
State electorate(s)Pascoe Vale
Federal division(s)Wills
Suburbs around Pascoe Vale:
Glenroy
Oak Park
Hadfield Hadfield
Oak Park
Strathmore
Pascoe Vale Coburg North
Strathmore Pascoe Vale South Coburg

Pascoe Vale is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 9 km (5.6 mi) north of Melbourne's central business district, located within the City of Merri-bek local government area. Pascoe Vale recorded a population of 18,171 at the 2021 census.[1]

History

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Pascoe Vale was named after John Fawkner's property "Pascoeville", which was originally a holding of 709 acres (2.87 km2).[2] The property, established in 1839, was bounded by the Moonee Ponds Creek to the west, Gaffney Street to the south, Northumberland Road to the east and Rhodes Parade to the north. John Pascoe Fawkner built a timber house overlooking the creek, in the Marie Street area of Oak Park.

Pascoe Vale Post Office opened on 25 September 1911. A Pascoe Vale West Post Office opened in 1927 and closed in 1976.[3]

Pascoe Vale Road in the mid-19th century was originally called Sydney Road. For much of the 19th century, where a fast food chicken outlet in Pascoe Vale Road now exists, was once a Cobb & Co waystation. Ironically, during much of the 20th century, the same location was a chicken farm.

In 1841, Dr Farquhar McCrae, a wealthy surgeon, bought land in Pascoe Vale South, where he built his house in 1842–1843. This house is now known as Wentworth House, and is the oldest known private dwelling in Victoria still standing on its original site, and the fifth oldest building in Victoria.[4]

Several locally significant historic buildings and precincts exist within the suburb, including the Turner Street Precinct and Gavin Park and the Westbreen Creek Precinct, which contain collections of substantially intact inter-War and post-war houses constructed in the 19th century.[5]

Demographics

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According to data from the 2021 census, Pascoe Vale recorded a population of 18,171 people. This is slightly more than the recorded number of residents in the 2001 Census Data, where 13,210 people were recorded as living in Pascoe Vale. The suburb has historically been less culturally diverse compared to other suburbs in Merri-bek. A lower proportion of Pascoe Vale residents were born overseas and Pascoe Vale has the highest proportion of Australian-born citizens. 62.3% of people living in Pascoe Vale speak English only at home, which is lower than the metropolitan average, but higher than the average in Merri-bek. Other languages spoken at home included Italian 6.4%, Arabic 3.7%, Greek 3.7%, Mandarin 2.0%, and Turkish 1.9%.

According to the 2021 census, 65.1% of people in Pascoe Vale were born in Australia. Other countries of birth included Italy, which accounted for 3.9% of the population, followed by India 2.9%, England 1.8%, New Zealand 1.5%, and Greece 1.3%.[6]

The most common responses for religion in Pascoe Vale were Catholic 34.1%, no religion, so described 25.4%, not stated 9.6%, Islam 7.7%, and Eastern Orthodox 6.0%. In Pascoe Vale, Christianity was the largest religious group reported overall (56.7%) (this figure excludes not stated responses).

Transport

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Pascoe Vale railway station

Public transport services within Pascoe Vale include access to heavy rail, light rail and buses.

Bus

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Six bus routes service Pascoe Vale:[7]

Cycling

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Arterial cycling access is provided via the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail, Sussex Street, and Gaffney Street. In 2020, VicRoads announced a project to provide safer cycling infrastructure in Pascoe Vale, including upgrades to bicycle lanes and six intersections between Boundary Road and O'Hea Street.[14]

Train

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Pascoe Vale railway station, which is located on the Craigieburn line. This provides northbound access to major activity centres in Broadmeadows and Craigieburn, and southbound access to major activity centres in Essendon, North Melbourne (including rail interchange options along the Sunbury, Upfield, Werribee and Williamstown lines) and the Melbourne CBD.

Tram

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Light rail service is provided by tram route 58, which terminates at Bell Street, Pascoe Vale South. This provides access to Brunswick West, Melbourne CBD and terminates in Toorak.

Politics

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Pascoe Vale is located in the federal electorate of Wills, and is historically a safe Australian Labor Party seat. The electorate has been held by Peter Khalil since 2016.

The seat was held between 1980 and 1992 by former Prime Minister, Bob Hawke. From 1992 to 1996, the seat was held by independent Phil Cleary, the only non-Labor candidate to hold the electorate.

The state electorate of Pascoe Vale is currently held by the ALP's Anthony Cianflone, who won the seat at the 2022 Victorian state election. From 2014 to 2022, the seat was held by the ALP's Lizzie Blandthorn, who is the goddaughter of her predecessor and former Community Services minister Christine Campbell.

Parks and gardens

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Pascoe Vale is known for its many parks and gardens, including Cole Reserve, Austin Reserve, Kelvin Thomson Reserve and Gavin Park.

The Moonee Ponds Creek is the major stormwater canal in the area and flows through several of its parks and gardens.

Managed by the City of Merri-bek, the Pascoe Vale Swimming Pool, on Prospect Street, is a popular venue during summer.

Cole Park, Pascoe Vale, December 2022

Cuisine

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IGA store at Pascoe Vale

Pascoe Vale accommodates several cafés, restaurants, bakeries and takeaway shops, which are largely located in neighbourhood centres at Pascoe Vale railway station, along Gaffney Street, Kent Road, Cumberland Road, Bell Street and Sussex Street.

Educational facilities

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  • Pascoe Vale Girls' College
  • Westbreen Primary School
  • Pascoe Vale Primary School
  • Pascoe Vale North Primary School
  • St. Oliver Plunkett Primary School
  • Pascoe Vale South Primary School
  • St Francis de Sales (Pascoe Vale Road)

Sporting clubs

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See also

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  • City of Broadmeadows – Parts of Pascoe Vale were previously within this former local government area.
  • City of Coburg – Parts of Pascoe Vale were previously within this former local government area.

References

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  1. ^ a b Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Pascoe Vale (Suburbs and Localities)". 2021 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 2 July 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  2. ^ "Pascoe Vale", Victorian Places, Victorian Places, retrieved 31 July 2022
  3. ^ Premier Postal History, Post Office List, retrieved 11 April 2008
  4. ^ "History of Coburg and Pascoe Vale – Merri-bek City Council, Victoria, Australia". 6 August 2012. Archived from the original on 6 August 2012. Retrieved 18 May 2021.
  5. ^ Allom Lovell & Associates (8 May 2021). "City of Merri-bek Heritage Review – Heritage Overlay Precincts" (PDF). 3: 185. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  6. ^ "Data by region | Australian Bureau of Statistics". abs.gov.au. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
  7. ^ "The Melbourne Transport Map". melbournetransportmap.com. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
  8. ^ "513 Eltham - Glenroy via Lower Plenty". Public Transport Victoria.
  9. ^ 514 Eltham - Glenroy via Greensborough Public Transport Victoria
  10. ^ "527 Gowrie - Northland via Murray Road". Public Transport Victoria.
  11. ^ "542 Roxburgh Park - Pascoe Vale via Meadow Heights & Broadmeadows & Glenroy". Public Transport Victoria.
  12. ^ "561 Macleod - Pascoe Vale via La Trobe University". Public Transport Victoria.
  13. ^ 951 Brunswick Station - Glenroy Station via West Coburg Public Transport Victoria
  14. ^ "Safer cycling route for Pascoe Vale". VicRoads. 8 June 2020. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
  15. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 21 August 2011. Retrieved 20 April 2011.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  16. ^ Full Points Footy, Pascoe Vale, retrieved 15 April 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Pascoe Vale Aged Care offers respite care options for individuals who require temporary support or relief for their primary caregivers.