Places of Belonging and Connections for seniors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Description
In episode three of season 2, we're speaking with Frank DiBlasi and Phil Peladarinos.
Frank Di Blasi is a senior leader from the Italian community in Melbourne. He is originally from Vizzini in the province of Catania, Sicily, but has called Melbourne home for the past 60 years. Frank has a very long list of achievements that emphasise his commitment to his local community, as well as his Italian heritage and culture.
Phil Peladarinos is the Team Leader - Care Management at Merri Health. Phil was born and raised in Greece and relocated to Australia in the mid-80s. Phil has a background in Aged Care, Mental Health, Local Government and Tertiary Education with almost 35 years' experience in working with culturally diverse communities.
Tune in for this wonderful chat with these two amazing leaders from the aged care sector to hear how seniors from culturally and linguistically diverse communities have organised their own social groups through the years to develop a sense of belonging.





