Bob and Edna's Gift to Erskine

In 2019 Edna and Bob were invited along to the Meet Erskine Perth event. The afternoon is an opportunity for Erskine supporters in and around that area to come and chat with Erskine staff and Veterans, to hear first-hand how their generosity is changing lives.

"We were so impressed. It was the kindness and gentleness exuded by the staff who were there! There were Erskine residents at it too and watching them with the staff who were escorting them was touching. Everyone representing Erskine that day was so upfront and honest, there was no pretence, it didn’t feel like they were trying to hide anything about what it is they do and what they can offer Veterans.

"That day we spoke to Sarah and said we’d be keen to leave a legacy. Within a couple of days she had organised for us to speak with a Solicitor and get the legacy written into our Wills. Nothing was a bother for them.

“Erskine is unique. It’s always evolving; when I grew up it was known as the hospital, then the cottages came about, then dementia only care homes and now there’s the Transitional Apartments for younger men and women! Veteran’s needs are changing because the community’s getting younger. Erskine’s changing with them which is what’s needed. If Bob and I can help secure these young people’s future care and support by leaving a legacy to Erskine I know our gift won’t be wasted.”

Bob and Edna are keen to be Veterans Village residents. They have spoken with the Moving In Team and Accommodation Services Manager should anything suitable for their needs become available.