Chris Hill’s Story: Confidence & Adventure with St George Community
24 January 2025
Accidents happen sometimes, and while it’s not something we like to think about, it is reassuring to know they will be dealt with quickly and safely. This was exactly the case for 76-year-old Chris Hill, an enthusiastic client of St George Community.
Chris, who lives in Dolls Point, has been a regular on St George Community social outings and overnight trips for almost four years. “I had a couple of friends recommend the social outings to me, and I haven’t looked back,” Chris shared. “The overnight trips are sensational. Everything is done for you, and it’s so easy—you get picked up and dropped off, you don’t have to think about a thing. I’ve been to Mudgee, Canberra, and Bathurst.”
On a recent trip to the Hunter Valley, Chris experienced an unexpected setback when she tripped and fell during a relaxing spa visit. “It’s unfortunate that it happened, but if anything, it’s made me feel more confident,” Chris said. “I’m already booked to go to Batemans Bay with St George Community in February!”
Chris credits her quick recovery to the swift actions of St George Community driver Mark and his team. “I am so grateful to the wonderful and caring Mark,” Chris said. “He acted fast and got me to the local hospital, even though I was adamant that I didn’t need to go. My GP told me I could have lost my leg if Mark hadn’t insisted on calling an ambulance. It was scary at the time, but I’m fine now—thanks to Mark, my hero!”
Despite the fall, Chris’s love for adventure remains intact. Known for her lively personality and fascinating stories, she enjoys meeting regulars and making new friends on every trip. “I have a few claims to fame which I like to gossip about,” Chris said with a glint in her eye. “I dated Barry Gibb from the Bee Gees when I was 16, and I also went on a few dates with Australia’s original rockstar Johnny O’Keefe and talk show host Don Lane.”
Chris’s sense of adventure has been a constant throughout her life. “I used to race motorbikes when I was 15 – an Ariel 250 and an Enfield 350,” she revealed. “That’s sixty years ago, they were quite powerful for the time, but I loved the thrill of speed. I would go out with my Dad, uncle, and cousin, and my poor Mum had absolutely no idea. She would have been horrified!”
As for her current adventures, Chris concluded with a laugh, “I prefer my drivers to be more cautious and responsible now—just like Mark!”
Chris’s story is a testament to the vibrant community spirit of St George Community, where every client is valued, and care and safety are always a priority.
