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It's no secret that video on the internet is growing in popularity at an incredible rate. This is being driven by the relatively low cost of broadband and the increasing availability of the tools to make web videos (cameras and software). Not to mention websites like youtube.com which make it very easy to put videos on line for all the world to see.Video is also a great way to communicate - how much

The IBF was pleased to host our first family and friends’ fun day on Sunday 19th September in memory of Padre Pio. Over 200 people joined the celebrations that included cooking demonstrations, food tastings and a delicious lunch. Activities such as face painting and the chocolate wheel kept the children smiling and coming back for more. Throughout the day visitors enjoyed a beautiful performance

Gabby is undertaking her Certificate III in Aged Care. Having lots of current working experience in Community Services we were able to recognise many of these skills and grant recognition of prior learning. The best part was this helped Gabby to reduce units she had to study, course time and cost.Gabby joined IBF about 15 months ago and currently works at the Domus Operosa site. After having children,

We live in a modern world, full of diversity and individuality. We all have different needs and demands and that’s what makes us unique! You could be married with 3 kids or maybe you prefer the company of a well loved pet (or three)! You may have a spare 20 hours a week to devote to your studies or you could be (like most people) time poor and struggle to find that extra 25th hour! Whatever

In May 2010 IBF welcomed Di Burness to the Community Packaged Care Programs in the eastern region, as the Community Health Care Specialist / Advisor. Di has spent over 30 years in the aged care industry, notably with Southern Cross Care as Deputy General Manager / Health Advisor Retirement Services and in the last year with D&B Consulting as National Care Manager. Di brings to IBF a wealth of knowledge

It seems the past few months have been one activity after another at IBF Domus Operosa - here's a quick recap of what's been happening:Pioneer City BandOn August 12th IBF Domus Operosa residents were treated to the music of the Pioneer City Band. The band had been reduced in numbers due to the small size of our room, however their performance was tremendous and all who attended had a wonderful and

The Service Excellence Program is an internationally accredited quality improvement program funded by the Department for Families and Communities.Mass Genovese attended the recent Service Excellence Recognition Ceremony representing IBF to recognise the successful achievement of Service Excellence at Aldridge Court.In November 2009 an assessment was conducted at Aldridge Court and Certificate Level

We interview Michelle Glenn, Nurse Manager at IBF Campbelltown.“Tell us a little about yourself” I’m 35 years old and I have worked with the IBF for the last 16 years.I decided that I wanted to enter into the nursing profession when I was in High school. I believed that nursing would offer an interesting and challenging career path. To this day, it has fulfilled and often exceeded