Aged, Infirm and Sick Appeal Blue Shield

The Aged, Sick, and Infirm Appeal, now known as St. Basil's Homes, is a Greek Orthodox nonprofit charity located in New South Wales, Australia. The organization was founded by Sister Mary Dorothea Flynn, a former Catholic nun, in 1954. The charity’s mission is to care and provide quality resources for the elderly. After leaving the Catholic Church, Sister Mary Dorothea Flynn aspired to open a home to fulfill her mission of starting a charitable cause. However, she faced financial setbacks and needed assistance to avoid selling her property. The Greek Orthodox Church contributed financial support and partnered with Sister Mary, becoming an established charity with a dedicated board. Today, the charity continues to serve the elderly community, housing 375 residents and offering a designated dementia wing, improving the lives of over 800 individuals.