Daceyville Aged Care Home burst into a vivid display of colour and connection as staff at Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT celebrated Diwali, or Tihar, in true festive style. With around 80% of the team originating from Nepal, the celebration created a powerful blend of tradition and togetherness, illuminating the care home with lights, music, and heartfelt dances that brought joy to residents and staff alike.
The festivities reached a high note with special dance performances from the staff, whose graceful moves and intricate choreography drew in mesmerised residents. Many couldn’t resist stepping onto the makeshift dance floor to join the celebration, creating shared memories that bridged generations and cultures.
For the Nepali staff members who have left families behind to provide care in Australia, the residents have come to feel like their own family, offering not just a sense of community but a shared journey. Anjali, one of the caregivers, reflected, “The residents really are like our grandparents. We care for them, and they care for us. We have such a special bond.”
The residents felt equally moved, enjoying the experience of a new culture and feeling embraced as part of their caregivers’ family traditions. “They bring so much love, culture, and happiness into our lives,” resident Joy shared. “It’s beautiful to see their traditions and feel like we’re part of their families, just as they are part of ours.”
This Diwali celebration was more than just lights and music; it was a testament to the strength of cultural exchange and the warmth that blooms when communities come together. At Daceyville, the festival didn’t just brighten rooms—it deepened connections and brought a sense of belonging that will linger long after the lights have dimmed.
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