Lorraine, a former home economics teacher, has lived a life full of valuable experiences. Now, in her 70s, Lorraine is a resident at the SummitCare Waverley home, where she’s embraced a slower lifestyle pace.
Born in Armidale, Lorraine was raised in a close-knit family with one sibling, Jann, who is two years older. Her childhood was spent with a strong connection to animals, especially ducks and greyhound dogs.
Lorraine excelled at school, her hard work paid off when she won a scholarship to attend Sydney University to study education. After graduating with a distinction, she began her career as a home economics teacher. Over the next two decades, Lorraine taught at various high schools across New South Wales. Lorraine’s dedication to her students was clear. She recalled a special moment when two of her top students went on to become home economics teachers themselves.
Outside of teaching, Lorraine has always had a love for music. She is a big fan of pop music, particularly artists like Simply Red and Barbra Streisand. Lorraine attended a number of iconic concerts over the years, including performances by Rod Stewart, Elton John, Leo Sayer, The Beach Boys and David Bowie.
After leaving teaching, she took on various jobs, including a role as a Sales Assistant in a fabric store. But it was her trip to Hawaii that marked a major tuning point in her life. “I lived on ‘The Big Island’ in Hawaii for three months, and that’s where I met my husband, Robert. We got married there on the island.”
Lorraine returned to Australia after her time in Hawaii and worked at Australia Post before caring for her mother. Now, as a resident at SummitCare, Lorraine reflects on her full and varied life. “I’m so well cared for here,” she said. “I have great memories, and I’m thankful for everything I’ve experienced.”
