Although it took several years to find exactly the right site, by the early months of 2001, Resthaven had homed in on a parcel of newly released land at Craigmore. Through to the end of the year, the design and planning for a facility continued, encompassing 40 high-care and 38 low-care beds, and a 14-bed secure dementia wing.
By September 2003, the construction of a new residential site at Adams Road, Craigmore was underway.
Resthaven’s first greenfield site in more than 20 years, Resthaven Craigmore was opened on 17 November 2004 by Moderator of the Uniting Church, Rev. Dr Graham Humphris. The first residents had entered the Craigmore facility a few months earlier on 9 August 2004. Their new home contained features as diverse as an internet café, chapel and library, as well as their own ensuite units.
Mr David Fawcett MP, Member for Wakefield, visited Resthaven Craigmore and Northern Community Services.
As part of the National Aged and Community Services Australia Conference, held in Adelaide in September 2008, delegates to the conference undertook a tour at Resthaven Craigmore.
Resthaven Craigmore participated in the national dental health plan trial, ‘Caring for Oral Health in Australian Residential Care’. The trial was a success, and the program was subsequently implemented across Australia, influencing a national approach to oral hygiene in Australian residential aged care facilities.
Redevelopment and improvement of Resthaven’s residential facilities continued following the introduction of financial incentives from the government. At Resthaven Craigmore, a six-place extension was designed, with the concrete slab completed in late December 2016. Construction was also underway for a new meeting room, a gopher storage area and refurbishment of the dining room.
With smart TVs introduced to the home, residents enjoyed watching free-to-air channels. Importantly, they were also able to view the Lifestyle Program, dining menu, and other important notices on Resthaven’s own ‘channel’.
On 29 June 2017, Resthaven Craigmore opened its doors to the public to launch its refurbished areas and also to mark the 40th anniversary of the Uniting Church in Australia.
On 28 August 2020, Resthaven Craigmore celebrated Resthaven’s 85th anniversary year with a birthday party. The successful event was held in the hall, where residents could practice all the appropriate physical distancing and COVID-safe measures.
On 8 November 2024, around 60 residents, family, friends and staff came together to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Resthaven Craigmore. Guests at the event included City of Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty and Resthaven Executives David Norton and Kelly Geister.
.svg)
.svg)