New Cooinda cinema to create lasting memories

Mary Poppins popped in to join movie buffs at the grand opening of the Cooinda House cinema.

Metro North residential aged care facility Cooinda House is continuing to innovate to create an engaging environment for residents and their families with the opening of a new cinema.

Specialised Aged Care Nursing Director Belinda Sawtell said the amazing new cinema provided a unique new experience for residents and families where they can enjoy a private cinematic experience.

“Our residents can watch their favourite movie or sporting event, or a current blockbuster privately away from the common areas,” Belinda said.

“This space is creating lasting lifelong memories among our residents and their loved ones.”

The cinema features comfortable reclining chairs and lounges, surround sound, cinematic curtains and sound proofing, mood lighting, as well as a massive 86-inch LED television screen with cinema quality multimedia equipment.

“The cinema idea was first created when residents suggested that they wish to have an area to watch movies away from other distractions,” Belinda said. 

“Families are also excited to have movie days with their loved ones and the ability to arrange family functions where they can be together just like old times.”

In addition to the new cinema, recent improvements for residents at Cooinda House include a new 50s diner and juke box, upgraded pool room and hair salon, and enhanced outdoor picnic and recreational areas.

Cooinda House, located at Kippa Ring, is a 60-bed home which provides care for the elderly who require a secure dementia environment and/or specialised residential care for those with an intellectual disability, psychogeriatric, bariatric and/or aged care needs.