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A cut above the rest

Lorrae has been at Brookland Robertson for nearly 19 years, becoming not just the beloved hairdresser, but also a confidant and a friend to many of our residents.

“We laugh, we talk all day, I do feel like it’s my home here, if I’m honest,” Lorrae said.

Offering haircuts, styling and a bit of pampering, Lorrae said the job is often a lot more than just being a hairdresser.

“Over the years I’ve heard a lot of stories. You laugh together, you cry together, and you get to know them [the residents] and you get to love them as much as their families, they almost become your family and you grow with them.”

Lorrae started her hairdressing journey at just 15 and now 40 years later, she’s still snipping away in the salon. Lorrae also works closely with Pam, Brookland’s second hairdresser.

“Pam has inspired me, she has fresh, new ideas and it’s been nice to work together. We pride ourselves on offering comfort for our clients and the best service they can get,” Lorrae said.

In terms of what makes the ‘cut?’ There’s no specific haircut at Brookland, Lorrae says the looks all vary.

“We perm a lot. Some ladies come in for a shampoo and blow-dry each week, others get a hair colour or cut when they can.”

The salon has become incredibly popular at Brookland, and residents often book one week or two weeks in advance.

“We are open on Saturdays by appointment for those who might not be able to make it during the week,” Lorrae said.

When she’s not trimming away in the salon, Lorrae’s spending time with her two children or performing jazz and tap dancing.

The Brookland hair and beauty salon is just one of the many exciting amenities for residents to enjoy.