Close-knit knitting: Handmade items for babies on the Gold Coast showcase two ‘pearls’ of TriCare.

Premature babies at the Gold Coast University Hospital are the beneficiaries of a delivery of blankets and beanies hand made by residents of some Brisbane retirement communities.

A wee one’s working bee was held on Thursday October 24, where legends from TriCare James Ommaney Retirement Community and St Luke’s Green Retirement Community came together to knit several items for those in need. 

TriCare James Ommaney Retirement Facility Manager Robyn Bryant said the partnership was a great opportunity for residents to connect with like-minded individuals from other facilities and give back to the community in a positive way. 

“We are grateful to have such wonderful residents at our facility that love giving back to the community and making a difference,” Ms Bryant said. 

“It’s not every day we get to connect with other retirement communities in the area, so the residents are really looking forward to the day trip and fun activities planned. 

“Volunteering is very important to the residents at TriCare and something we encourage. There’s nothing better than putting a smile on someone’s face or making their day from an act of kindness.” 

Resident Christine Dale, aged 81, has a special reason for wanting to help parents of premature babies, with her granddaughter being a midwife at Gold Coast University Hospital.  

“I’m extremely proud of my granddaughter and everything she does for the hospital, Ms Dale said. 

“I’m very blessed to be surrounded by other residents who enjoy giving back just as much as I do – it means a lot to me that I can help those in need and make my granddaughter proud. 

“It was a great day spent connecting with the residents from St Luke’s Green and working together to create some beautiful donations.” 

With World Kindness Day soon approaching on 13 November, it’s never been more important to lend a helping hand to others and show just how powerful simple acts of kindness can be. 

Robert Manser

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