ValleyView Residence will increase its commitment to repay its supporters after the board voted to double the amount of money it will return to its supporters each month.
The aged-care facility had originally raised money for necessary improvements and upgrades by creating the Friends of ValleyView group.
Through the group the facility received loans of $1000 from individuals and organisations within the community, with one name drawn each month to have their loan repaid.
ValleyView board chairman Neil Martin said the board had decided to try and repay the funds quicker by voting to repay two loans each month.
He said the facility had raised $122,000 through the fundraising activity and had currently paid back $14,000 but the change would allow them to pay back another $24,000 over the next year.
He said the support had been invaluable and allowed the facility to install solar panels, security cameras and purchase a new ute, along with many other upgrades at the facility.
“This is our way of returning the support that was given to us by the community,” Mr Martin said.
Mr Martin said the aged-care facility wasn’t scared by the recently announced Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
“The Royal Commission doesn’t scare us,” he said.
“It’s a good thing that will hopefully weed out the bad eggs in the sector.”
Mr Martin said being an independent community aged care facility meant ValleyView Residence had a strong focus on quality care.
“We have always strived to make sure everyone at ValleyView is treated well,” he said.
“We all live in the community, so it’s always been important for us to treat everyone properly.”
