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Giving nurse leaders an opportunity to GROW
Recently, the generosity of three Cabrini Foundation donors gave the opportunity for our nursing leaders to GROW. Philanthropy plays a significant role at Cabrini – providing nursing education and training that..
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Helping Cabrini’s most vulnerable patients – John Graham’s everlasting legacy of love
Through gifts in Wills and Estates, Cabrini has been able to deliver exceptional treatment and care, and have the latest equipment and facilities to care for our community. One such remarkable..
The power of gratitude on World Gratitude Day 21 September
As we mark World Gratitude Day, we encourage all members of our Cabrini community to share your message of gratitude on the Cabrini Gratitude Wall in the main reception..
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Cabrini breakthrough in bowel cancer research
Cabrini researchers are on the cusp of a breakthrough in the fight against bowel cancer. June is bowel cancer awareness month, and the team at Cabrini, in partnership with researchers..
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Lisa Thurin Women’s Health Centre
The Lisa Thurin Women’s Health Centre was created to meet an unmet need: more than ever, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health services in Victoria have reported..
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New operating threatres for Cabrini Malvern Patients
Recently Cabrini took an exciting step in our Malvern redevelopment masterplan as we officially opened two new ground floor theatres with a traditional blessing. In late June, the..
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A healing environment for pediatric patients
Patients and visitors to Cabrini’s paediatric ward now get a taste of iconic Australian locations. The door to each patient’s room is now covered with a colourful decal..
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Thank you to our Hybrid Theatre Donors
Thanks to your generous support, we have achieved our $1M goal to upgrade the equipment in our hybrid theatre. Click on the video to see Dr Charles Milne’s personal message..
Cabrini Expands Creative Therapies thanks to Generous Bequestor
As part of Cabrini’s holistic approach to healthcare, we offer a range of complimentary therapies at our various sites. A favourite of our Palliative and Supportive Care patients is..
Where there’s a Will there’s a way – Belinda’s lifesaving final gift
Read stories about how our kind bequestors decided to include a gift to Cabrini in their Will. It is not often that we consider how we can..
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Artist’s Celebration of Life
Melbourne artist and Cabrini Hospital volunteer, Jeffrey Kelson, is dedicating his latest exhibition to the wonderful compassion and care he receives at Cabrini. A long-time grateful patient and carer, Jeffrey..
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Cabrini Community Golf Day raises funds for Cancer Research
In early April 2023, we enjoyed perfect conditions at Metropolitan Golf Club for the annual Cabrini Community Golf Day event. As well as a great day’s golf, the event raises..
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Thank you for helping urological cancer patients
In May last year we asked our donors for support towards the purchase of a new transperineal ultrasound machine. This life-changing machine is vital during biopsies for suspected urological..
2022 Let’s Beat Bowel Cancer Golf Classic
The Let’s Beat Bowel Cancer Golf Classic is an immensely popular golf day, the cornerstone of Let’s Beat Bowel Cancer’s annual fundraising efforts. Played at Melbourne’s impeccable Kingston Heath Golf..
VIGIL – The Heart of Cabrini
VIGIL – The Heart of Cabrini, a sculpture by renowned Melbourne artist Simon Perry, was officially unveiled by Cabrini at Cabrini Malvern in November. The was designed to celebrate the..
Cabrini launches Volunteer Support Project for Vulnerable Patients thanks to Perpetual Trustees
When patients who suffer from various forms of dementia, delirium or cognitive decline are admitted to hospital it can be an anxious and overwhelming experience. They can experience fear..
Cabrini Emergency Waiting Room Interactive Display Project
At Cabrini we are working on a number of upgrades across our sites to ensure we are continuing to deliver the best of care, with the best equipment, in..
Cabrini Pet Therapy Goes Virtual
With so much change happening in the way we interact in the current climate, many conversations have moved from in person to online. Someone who has also begun working..
New Equipment to Improve Patient Experience in ICU
Cabrini is dedicated to providing the highest level of holistic care possible within all areas of the hospital. Wards are regularly assessed for a range of satisfaction indicators including..
100th piece of equipment for Brain Cancer Equipment Bank
Cabrini’s Brain Cancer Equipment Bank has purchased its 100th piece of equipment since the launch of our Brain Cancer Equipment Bank Appeal in Christmas last year.
Cabrini Appreciation Concert
Internationally renowned pianist Alan Kogosowski will play an exclusive concert in March to raise funds for Cabrini oncology services. Born in Melbourne and touring from the age of thirteen, Alan..
Auric Innovation Grant
Thanks to Mr & Mrs Brian and Lee Johnstone Cabrini staff have an incredible opportunity to be innovative. Through the ‘Auric Innovation Grant’, the Cabrini Foundation and the Cabrini Institute..
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Dubbo hospital in Ethiopia gets brand new kitchen
St Mary’s Hospital in Dubbo, Ethiopia is celebrating the opening of a new kitchen to better serve its patients, staff and visitors, with funds donated by the Cabrini Foundation.
Cyber Security Incident – Melbourne Heart Group
“The protection of patient information is of the utmost importance and is a responsibility Cabrini takes very seriously. The cyber-security incident reported in today’s Age occurred at the Melbourne Heart..
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Grenet Foundation funds dementia-friendly rehab facilities
Cabrini and Dementia Australia launch their partnership for dementia-friendly rehabilitation facility at Cabrini Brighton, work generously funded by The Grenet Foundation.