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Renowned local artist creates a buzz at Lyndoch

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Local artist and social media sensation, Jimmi Buscombe, is brightening the hallways of Warrnambool’s premier aged-care provider Lyndoch Living, and creating a buzz amongst residents and staff alike.

Mr Buscombe was commissioned by Lyndoch Living to create a number of murals around the aged care facility before his meteoric rise to fame last month.  Despite the ensuing influx of requests for his artwork, Jimmi has made the time to fulfil his contract with Lyndoch and has been busily filling blank spaces with his creative, and sometimes cheeky, pieces.

In one scene, a magnificent gum tree is teaming with insects and local birdlife.  But on closer inspection, you can see that a sweet, innocent little wren has deposited its droppings down the side of the light switch it’s perched upon.

Mr Buscombe said he loves that the commission has enabled him to portray his sense of humour.

“At the start of the year I was really questioning my art and where it fitted in,” he said.

“When the deputy head of nursing at Lyndoch approached me with this idea it was a real turning point, I realised that I wanted my art to be accessible to everyday people, and then of course the wombat incident occurred and the rest is history,” he laughed.

Mr Buscombe said he has particularly enjoyed the interest shown by residents in his work, some of them sitting for hours on end to observe the emerging scenes.

“One of the residents is an artist herself and she has been a great source of advice.  We have really connected, and it was a real delight to overhear her commenting to her friend, after a long day watching me work, that she had had one of the best days in ages,” Mr Buscombe said.

“It’s this interaction that gives my art meaning”.

Lyndoch CEO, Doreen Power, said having Mr Buscombe’s artwork adoring the walls of Lyndoch was a real treat.

“The artwork is amazing, but having Jimmi here has been about more than just the finished product.  Our residents have delighted in watching each piece evolve, he’s created a real buzz around their home.”

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“We are very grateful for the professionalism and care the staff have shown”

Family of Living@Home clients

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“We would like to acknowledge the fantastic support shown to this lovely couple by the Living@Home team and the flexibility and understanding of their care needs”

Family Member of Living@Home client

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“The lady you sent over yesterday was delightful, and even made Mum a hot lemon drink and put her to bed”

Leanne (daughter of Living@Home client)

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“What a wonderful job Trish and Liz do, we are so happy with the care they provide”

Family Members of Living@Home clients

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“I really appreciate the support from the Lyndoch Living@Home team, it’s a huge help in managing my caring role”

Michelle (Living@Home client)

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“A very big thank you to the wonderful staff who came into our home and cared for my husband.  This respite break made a very difficult situation more tolerable and gave me something to look forward to”

Christine (Living@Home client)

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“Geraldine is the about the best cleaner I’ve ever had!”

Maurice  (Living@Home client)

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“Jan is such a capable, competent and calming carer, I feel so safe in her hands.  I could not ask for anyone better”

Joan (Living@Home client)

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“I’ve always been a busy, practical person and I’m still a busy person – I’m still able to be very involved in the community, especially the Speedway. I’m a busy bloke!”
“I get spoilt rotten here! I really get cared for.”

Stuart (Swinton East)

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“One of the lovely nurses had a great idea and planted out a raised bed with tomatoes and other plants and I enjoy getting out there and doing some work in the garden, collecting the produce.” “The staff are very, very nice. They greet you with a smile and do things very well.“
“I really enjoy the school kids visiting, and I’m amazed at the quality of the kids,
they’re all so nice!”

John (Lake Lodge)

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“I’ve lived here for 5 years and I’m very happy with the nurses and other staff”

Margaret (Lake Lodge)

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“I’ve made friends here that I wouldn’t have been able to meet living by myself at home. It’s like an extension of your family” “The staff are absolutely fantastic here, nothing is ever a problem for them. Right through to the maintenance men, the cleaners and gardeners and staff at the kiosk, they’re all obliging and always greet you with a smile” “At Lyndoch I get comfort, care and conversation, add a bit of fresh air and that’s exactly what you need in life”

Lynette (Swinton East)