New wing for aged care

Woy Woy Community Aged Care has lodged a development application with Gosford Council to build a new $1 million wing onto the existing nursing home.

The new wing will consist of eight single rooms with ensuites, a sitting room plus landscaped outdoor courtyard, according to Woy Woy Community Aged Care chief executive officer Ms Jennifer Eddy.

"Some of the existing shared rooms will also be converted to single rooms with ensuites," Ms Eddy said.

"This extension will cost around $1 million and will enhance the quality of nursing home accommodation.

"The plans are on display in our foyer for interested members of the community.

"Woy Woy Community Aged Care started in 1989 with 40 beds, and it has continued to grow and improve accommodation standards.

"This is the sixth major extension and renovation with care and accommodation now provided to 94 residents.

"Being a not-for-profit community-owned aged care facility, all income and donations are used to improve the quality of life of those in our care.

"Woy Woy Community Aged Care is a fine example of the community working together to care for our frail aged."

Press release, 15 Jun 2010 Jennifer Eddy, Woy Woy Community Aged Care