IN PICTURES: Family Fun Day at Germanus Kent House and Bran Nue Dae

In the spirit of this years NAIDOC theme For Our Elders, Southern Cross Care hosted a very special family fun day at Germanus Kent House and Bran Nue Dae to connect with, and celebrate, Broome’s senior citizens. The day featured corroboree dancers, local Indigenous entertainment such as the Family Shoveller Band, a traditional lunch for guests to share and connect over, as well as children’s activities and giveaways. Facility manager Elvira Even said this year’s NAIDOC theme was important for Germanus Kent House as there were many elders living in the facility and supported by the services at Bran Nue Dae. “We were delighted to host a NAIDOC family fun day on Saturday to bring the community in to connect with, and celebrate, the contribution of our residents and clients,” she said. “The event had such a positive impact on our residents, they were so happy to see their community and families. “Events like this are so important to help them stay connected to community and it was lovely to see the joy it gave them.” Ms Even extended a heartfelt thank you to the community who attended.