Gippsland’s newest accommodation for older Gippslanders was officially opened in Traralgon today.
Work on a $2.9 million project at Yallambee Traralgon Village for the Aged has been finished after construction began in July last year.
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester, who secured $1.88 million in Federal Government funding for the project, officially opened the new-look Acacia House building within the Margery Cole Residential Aged Care facility this afternoon.
“Elderly people in our community deserve the best care and facilities that we can provide,” Mr Chester said. “The work that has been undertaken at Margery Cole has created high-quality living spaces for those who will call it home, now and into the future.
“I think there will be many people in Traralgon and the Latrobe Valley and beyond who will be interested to see that Yallambee is continuing to invest in its facilities so that residents enjoy the best quality of life possible.
“Yallambee is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a volunteer board of directors. I want to acknowledge the work of Yallambee’s directors and executive team for their vision and commitment to provide high quality facilities for the local community.”
Acacia House offers accommodation for 16 residents with private rooms and ensuites, plus spacious indoor and outdoor communal areas.
Chief Executive Officer and Director of Care Janet Moore said Yallambee was now proud to offer attractive and well-designed accommodation close to the heart of Traralgon.
“The design of the new buildings means we can be flexible in how we meet the needs of our residents who need specialised care and services, now and into the future,” Ms Moore said.
“This expansion of Margery Cole Residential Aged Care Service enables us to continue to provide high quality care and services to our 120 residents.
“I think it also shows Yallambee’s commitment to the future health and wellbeing of our ageing population.”
The work was undertaken by local building firm BFN Developments. The project has created six full-time positions and a further 50 to 60 indirect jobs.
