Hundreds visit for Rosehaven open day

Celebrating more than five years since Rosehaven Palliative Care and Respite opened its doors, an open day held on Saturday was successful with many visitors passing through. Among the special guests was Liberal Member for Eildon, Cindy McLeish who was quite surprised at the way Rosehaven has progressed and developed. “It’s developed in the past number of years - it seems to have gone from a concept to this absolutely amazing facility in no time," Ms McLeish said. "And to look at the local support - when you’ve got the bank here (Bendigo Bank sponsor) - and you’ve got so many volunteers and other organisations as well,” Ms McLeish said. “I really wanted to come here and see the open day because it’s just something that I think has been a wonderful addition to the community and the volunteerism that has embraced it. “It’s been wonderful – so many people have put heart and soul into it,” she said. Ms McLeish said there is no other palliative care centre of a similar calibre and community-driven like it in the state. “Rosehaven has got such community heart and spirit,” Ms McLeish said. Management director Toni Appleby said Rosehaven had recently taken possession of a new car which will give patients and local residents more accessibility to reach appointments both locally and further afield. The new car was on display with committee and staff members explaining to visitors the now extended services they can provide. “The car has been a gamechanger I think for us in the ability now to get people to appointments, whether it is to Albury or Melbourne. "Many are not comfortable with driving in Melbourne to get to their doctors so the car has allowed us to offer this service,” Ms Appleby said. Mansfield Community Radio 99.7 was on-hand and broadcasting from the site and there were several information stalls where visitors could learn more about volunteering and activities. The Delatite Car Club also put on a fantastic display of cars and motorbikes giving visitors the chance to wander the extensive lawn space, view some amazing cars and talk to their owners. World-renowned doll maker Marta Mueck was also at Bob’s shed with a wonderful display of her hand-made dolls and was talking with many old friends and new visitors. Morning teas were served and a giant raffle was also held.

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