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As Rocky Bay’s Telepractice Research Project Coordinator, Cloe Benz’s expertise is more in demand than ever, with telepractice fast becoming popular among Rocky Bay customers. Cloe’s research, which is part of her scholarship with Curtin University, funded by Research Office Curtin, delves into proactive and preventative health care for customers via digital platforms, also known … Read more

Support Coordination helps to implement supports into a participant’s plan. Support Coordinators are independent advisers who can help you navigate the NDIS, gather and interpret information about the services you need. The more supports you require, the more Support Coordination may benefit you. What do Support Coordinators do? The role of a Support Coordinator is … Read more

Friday 6 August is Support Worker Day at Rocky Bay! It’s a chance for us to recognise the incredible work of our support workers across our Community and Supported Accommodation divisions, and the vital work they do to support customers each and every day. Meet Vikash Ghumundee – he has been a Support Worker with … Read more

Being able to welcome an experienced and skilled nurse into your home when you need care brings peace of mind. It means you can avoid the inconvenience of travelling to a medical centre or hospital, as well as receiving treatment in a familiar and comfortable environment. Over 100 individuals currently receive in-home care from Rocky … Read more

Meet Joel McKenna, Rocky Bay’s enthusiastic Activities Coordinator in our Community division. Joel has been with Rocky Bay for three years, starting his career as a Support Worker in Supported Accommodation and then as part of our Community team. Now as Activities Coordinator, Joel has the fun role of creating and organising fun activities and … Read more

A typical Makaru day did not deter enthusiastic guests from visiting Rocky Bay’s Mosman Park hub on Thursday 8 July, to take part in a fun-filled day of NAIDOC Week celebrations. This was Rocky Bay’s second event held to recognise this significant week. A Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony was led by Noongar Elder, … Read more

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Board member, Trent Bartlett, to the position of Chair effective from 1 August 2021. Trent will replace Susan Male, who has been on the Board since 2007, having held the position of Deputy Chair, prior to being appointed Chair in November 2018. Trent has over 30 years’ … Read more

Meet Kris Ingham, Rocky Bay’s Fitness Officer, who has been supporting our customers with their fitness for over 12 years. Kris has a passion for fitness and supports our customers with their fitness programs at home and in their community. Get to know a little more about Kris’s role with our Q&A! Describe a typical … Read more

What does it mean to be a nurse at Rocky Bay? At Rocky Bay, we know there’s no place like home. The ability to be cared for in a place you already know and love is highly beneficial for your physical and mental health, and keeps you connected to your local community and the services … Read more

Love, understanding and determination goes a long way to form great relationships, and while no relationship is without its challenges, the bond between Bryce Welch and his mum, Judy Welch, is certainly air tight. “From cradle to present day, my mum has had my back,” Bryce said. “Whether that be cheering me on the sporting … Read more