Supporting our community to be Better for life
Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc is the largest not-for-profit aged care and retirement living provider based in South Australia and also provides services in the Northern Territory and Victoria.
Established in 1968, Southern Cross Care has proudly supported members of our community with high quality care and services for more than 55 years. Our valued residents and clients are at the heart of everything we do as we support them to be Better for life, and our staff benefit from an employee well-being program that supports them at work and at home.
Our Vision
At Southern Cross Care, we believe that every person has the right to experience a good quality of life. That regardless of your age, location, background or health challenges, you should be supported to live a full and purposeful life.
That's why our vision is to support members of our community to be Better for life.
Our Mission
To achieve our vision, we embed healthy and active ageing principles into our services, continuously improve our practice based on current evidence, and deliver our mission to be health promoting, person centred, age friendly, informed and proactive.
Our Values
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Service
Be the difference to people in our community, through your service, dedication and positive commitment to helping others.
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Courage
Be the difference by having the courage to step out of your comfort zone to do what needs to be done and trusting in your team mates to do the same.
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Compassion
Be the difference by working with compassion, a deep sense of empathy, concern and humanity towards others.
Services
Health & Fitness: Whether you are seeking support while recovering from an illness or injury or simply want to promote a more active lifestyle, we offer group classes and one-on-one allied health services designed to help you be Better for life. Learn more
Home Care: We offer a range of quality Home Care services from nursing to personal care, designed to support your independence at home. We are an approved provider of Support at Home, Restorative and Transition Care and Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) services as well as private in-home services. Learn more
Retirement Living: We provide a wide range of Retirement Living options at locations and price points to suit your needs. Our vibrant villages across South Australia, Northern Territory and Victoria offer a welcoming community environment. Learn more
Residential Care: Our Nursing Homes are located across SA and in the NT. Our multidisciplinary teams work with our residents and their families, providing care designed to support physical, social, cultural and spiritual well-being. Learn more
Respite: Our Respite services are tailored to support the wellbeing of our clients and their carers. From in-home and dementia cottage respite to longer-stay options in residential respite, we offer engaging activities tailored to individual interests. Learn more
Leadership
Southern Cross Care is led by our dedicated Board and Executive Team. This qualified and experienced team defines our strategy, embraces our values and creates an environment in which staff, volunteers, clients and residents can thrive.
Find out more about our Board and Executive Team here.
Consumer advisory groups
Our management and Board receive feedback from members of our community through the Residential and Community Consumer Advisory Groups. The Consumer Advisory Groups provide valuable feedback and input to inform our decision-making and ensure our residents and clients receive the very best care..
History
Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc was founded in 1968 by the Knights of the Southern Cross, an order of Catholic laymen who saw a need for housing and support for older people in their community.
Timeline
- 1968: Southern Cross Care (initially Southern Cross Homes) is established
- 1969: the first affordable retirement living units at Croydon, SA are built
- 1970s: 30 sites for retirement living are constructed, with funding support from the Commonwealth Government
- 1976: our first aged care centre opened at The Pines in North Plympton, SA
- 2008: Construction begins in the Northern Territory on Pearl Supported Care and The Pearl Retirement Resort
- 2012: Our Community Foundation is established to channel fundraising efforts into programs that enrich the quality of life of older Australians
- 2019: Our community expands into Victoria with the acquisition of The Mornington Retirement Village
Southern Cross Care now spans three states and territories with more than 60 service locations. Our organisation supports up to 10,000 people each year and employs almost 3,000 staff.
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Join our team
We have rewarding full-time, part-time and casual job opportunities in South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria for carers, nurses, allied health professionals, administration, kitchen staff and more.
When you work for Southern Cross Care, we value you, care for your well-being and develop your skills to help build your career. We reward creativity and provide stability and flexibility. When you work for us, you work Better for life.
Locations
Southern Cross Care’s central office is Peter Taylor House, located at 25 Conyngham Street, Glenside SA. We provide residential aged care in 16 nursing homes across metropolitan Adelaide, the Adelaide Hills and the Fleurieu Peninsula, as well as at Pearl Supported Care in Darwin.
Our 40 Retirement Villages are located in SA, the NT and VIC and our Home Care services are also available in all regions. Other services are delivered in our five Health & Fitness Centres across SA and one in Darwin, three respite cottages in SA, and in our clients’ own homes as well as the broader community.
Community Foundation
Our Community Foundation’s goal is to build better lives free from loneliness and isolation. The Community Foundation engages the support of our generous donors and supporters to fund projects and programs that help older people to engage, connect and boost their overall wellbeing through social interaction.
Acknowledgement of Country
At Southern Cross Care, we acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which we operate and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Southern Cross Care engaged talented Ngarrindjeri artist, Jordan Lovegrove, to create a custom artwork representing the journey and growth of our organisation. The artwork acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands where Southern Cross Care provides services and honours the organisation’s focus on connection, care, and supporting older people to be Better for life.
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