In 1956, life moved at a gentler pace. People seemed to have more time for each other, their family and friends.
However, the Anglican Church of Newcastle recognised that many older members of the community were in need of care and support.
In that moment, Anglican Care was born.
The first Anglican Care facility was established at Booragul and, for anyone living on the western side of Lake Macquarie, the CA Brown Retirement Village became a prominent landmark on the long and winding road to Newcastle.
For many, it became a new home where they would live out their retirement years in peace, comfort and security. They were cared for by staff who, more likely than not, were locals themselves, adding to the shared sense of community.
The Anglican faith-based values of genuine care, respect and compassion for others flowed naturally into the values of the new organisation and Anglican Care quickly developed a reputation for delivering the highest standards of aged care.
More than 65 years on, there are now 9 Anglican Care facilities across the Mid Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.
Check out some clippings from the Anglican Encounter in 1996, which highlighted CA Brown's steep history on its 40th anniversary.