Janet

Janet spent her younger years living in Horsham, and then moved to Ballarat to attend Teacher's College. Janet later found a teaching job in Nhill and married a local farmer.

 

Janet and her husband had two children, and then adopted two more children. Janet later divorced and became a special ed teacher, and continued to teach in this field for 25 years until her retirement.

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During this time Janet moved to Melbourne and when she eventually retired, she was living in a unit and the landlord increased her rent which meant she struggled to afford it. A friend found her the place where she is currently living and assisted her to receive some support; this is where Wintringham stepped in. Janet has been with Wintringham for over three years and loves the companionship of her carers.

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"I feel I am well looked after and that I feel very safe with them. Wintringham has helped me remain independent and self sufficient," says Janet.