Media contributions
1Media contributions
Title Free Greek lessons to improve quality of life for our aged care seniors Degree of recognition International Media type Web Duration/Length/Size 2 min read Country/Territory Australia Date 3/10/20 Description Older people with English as their second language report losing their ability to communicate in English as they age and experience cognitive decline, and so will often revert to their first language. Part of the Greek Orthodox Church in Australia, St Basil’s NSW & ACT is a registered Australian charity established specifically for the provision of best quality aged care services within a culturally appropriate environment that enhances the dignity, independence and quality of life of all people in its care. To achieve this St Basil’s NSW & ACT values multilingual and multicultural knowledge, skills and understanding and has developed expertise in providing aged care services that are culturally and linguistically appropriate. Recognising how fundamental culture is to our lives, St Basil’s NSW & ACT have been working on an innovative project in cooperation with Modern Greek Studies Program of Macquarie University offering Greek lessons for their non-Greek speaking staff. These Greek lessons are held once a week at the St. Basil’s Lakemba location by Dr Patricia Koromvokis, Lecturer and Head of Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie University. Producer/Author Natalie Martin URL https://greekcitytimes.com/2020/10/03/free-greek-lessons-aged-care-seniors/ Persons Patricia Koromvokis