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In celebration of Foot Health Week, we sat down with Rocky Bay’s newest podiatrist, Jaclyn, to learn more about her Podiatry career, the importance of foot health and what she’s looking forward to achieving at Rocky Bay. Jac has seven years of experience working rurally across Queensland and Western Australia, mainly in hospitals. “I started … Read more

Alex is the dietetics team’s newest member! Alex started at Rocky Bay in June, in his role as a Dietitian. Prior to Rocky Bay, he worked full-time as an aged care dietitian and has experience working in a hospital. Alex runs clinics at the Mandurah, Rockingham and Gosnells hubs. Read on below to find out more … Read more

The Wishing Tree recently granted Dwayne’s wish to see his favourite band Iron Maiden live in concert.  If you’ve been to our Mosman Park Hub you’ll know customer Dwayne and his love for heavy metal!  The British band kicked off their tour in Perth and Dwayne had excitedly been waiting to attend since Support Worker, … Read more

On Thursday 12 September, Rocky Bay was transformed by a sea of yellow for R U OK? Day. Our hubs and homes wore and decorated their spaces in yellow, reminding us to ‘Ask R U OK?  Morning tea and lunch were brought in by staff, providing an opportunity to check in with those around us. … Read more

Story credit: Nelson Liu at the West Australian. Wednesday, August 28 – Independent Living Lifout. While the journey to independent living can be a daunting experience for people with disability, loved ones and carers can ensure they are well supported during the transition process. “Family, friends and carers can play a crucial role in preparing … Read more

Rocky Bay’s Graduate Program has been offering support, mentorship, and essential experience for new graduates for over four years.   Eliza, a new graduate occupational therapist, is benefiting from the program.  Eliza’s passion for helping people and wanting to work with children led her to pursue further studies in occupational therapy at Curtin University, completing her … Read more

Today, we celebrate the physiotherapy community and take a moment to recognise the incredible work our Rocky Bay physiotherapists do for our customers and community. Our dedicated physiotherapists play an essential role in improving our customer’s lives, and today, we’re shining a spotlight on Ellen Phillips, Rocky Bay’s Clinical Advisor – Physiotherapist. Join us in … Read more

Starting a career in Occupational Therapy can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, and for graduates like Sophie, Rocky Bay’s Graduate Program has provided the support to help them thrive. Joining Rocky Bay in January this year, Sophie is one of the many graduates who have benefited from the program’s tailored supervision, mentorship, and hands-on experience. … Read more

Thanks to some fantastic support from the state government, our Short-Term Accommodation (STA) ‘The Bush Retreat’ in Beeliar just got a major upgrade, and it’s looking better than ever! The Bush Retreat, which has been welcoming guests since 2000, has some fantastic new upgrades including kitchen and bathroom renovations, wider doorframes, accessible light switches plus … Read more

Ten Rocky Bay artists are proud to present an art exhibition good enough to eat!   After months spent making pretty sweet pieces, the Rocky Bay artists will have their work showcased in the Delicatessen exhibition.  The exhibition, being held at Ruth Faulkner Library, runs until 26 September and is a light-hearted reflection on everyone’s favourite … Read more