In this episode of Looking Back, we delve into the remarkable life of Fran Chambers, a trailblazing nurse whose career has touched countless lives.

From scrubbing in with Sir Weary Dunlop at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, to working alongside a survivor of Auschwitz, Fran’s story is one of courage, resilience, and humility.

Fran shares her experiences working in Melbourne’s pioneering “School Health” program, and her role in establishing the "Hospital in the Home" service.

Her dedication didn’t stop there—Fran was one of the first to earn a Master’s in Nursing from Monash University, and also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, all alongside a full-time job.

She also reflects on her journey as a mother and wife, living by her inspiring motto to "just get on with it.

In this episode of Looking Back, we delve into the remarkable life of Fran Chambers, a trailblazing nurse whose career has touched countless lives.
From scrubbing in with Sir Weary Dunlop at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, to working alongside a survivor of Auschwitz, Fran&rsquo;s story is one of courage, resilience, and humility.
Fran shares her experiences working in Melbourne&rsquo;s pioneering &ldquo;School Health&rdquo; program, and her role in establishing the "Hospital in the Home" service.
Her dedication didn&rsquo;t stop there&mdash;Fran was one of the first to earn a Master&rsquo;s in Nursing from Monash University, and also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, all alongside a full-time job.
She also reflects on her journey as a mother and wife, living by her inspiring motto to "just get on with it.

Welcome to ‘Looking Back,’ the podcast where we sit down with those who have lived a lifetime of experiences, wisdom, and stories.

Each episode will follow the same format and questions, from their first jobs, to the lessons they've learned along the way, we explore what truly matters through the eyes of those who’ve seen it all.Each episode we sit down with someone in their golden years..We hear about their upbringing, their first jobs, first loves, how the world has changed, hear about their values and what matters most as they reflect.

The podcast is about connection, listening to those who have lived full lives, and it’s all about legacy.

Join us as we dive into the past to uncover the moments that shaped their lives and the advice they have for the generations to come. Because sometimes, the best way forward is to look back. 

Welcome to &lsquo;Looking Back,&rsquo; the podcast where we sit down with those who have lived a lifetime of experiences, wisdom, and stories.
Each episode will follow the same format and questions, from their first jobs, to the lessons they've learned along the way, we explore what truly matters through the eyes of those who&rsquo;ve seen it all.Each episode we sit down with someone in their golden years..We hear about their upbringing, their first jobs, first loves, how the world has changed, hear about their values and what matters most as they reflect.
The podcast is about connection, listening to those who have lived full lives, and it&rsquo;s all about legacy.
Join us as we dive into the past to uncover the moments that shaped their lives and the advice they have for the generations to come. Because sometimes, the best way forward is to look back.&nbsp;

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