Aged care facilities operator celebrates migrant milestone

Scalabrini Communities, which operates six aged care villages across Sydney and Griffith, has celebrated more than 70 of its staff becoming permanent residents — part of the organisation’s ongoing commitment to the Australian Government’s Labour Agreement program. Over the past 18 months, Scalabrini Communities has sponsored more than 90 team members, which it says is in alignment with the mission of the founder of the Scalabrini Congregation, John Baptist Scalabrini, who 140 years ago created a religious order to provide pastoral care and support to migrants. The milestone was celebrated with an afternoon tea on 5 April.

Additionally, the organisation has committed $750,000 to its sponsorship program for the 2024/25 financial year and has a staff turnover rate of 9% — which it says is below the industry average of 35%. “By investing in our dedicated carers and healthcare professionals, we not only enrich their lives but also enhance the care provided to our older adults,” Scalabrini Communities CEO Richard de Haast said. “This celebratory event serves as an affirmation of Scalabrini’s mission to support migrants and in doing so create supportive and inclusive workplaces where staff can thrive both personally and professionally.”

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