Emma May Shaw
May Shaw is named after a remarkable individual who was something of a ‘Florence Nightingale’ of the East Coast in the early 1900s. Before the official establishment of the Bush Nursing Service in Swansea in 1921, Nurse Emma May Shaw provided care and support to the senior members of the Glamorgan communities.
Our History
Several years after May Shaw’s death, a substantial donation from her husband, Howard Amos, led to a campaign to establish a hospital in Swansea named after her.
Our Story
The original May Shaw building on Franklin Street served the needs of the Glamorgan residents until 1992. In 1973, the hospital was moved to Wellington Street and operated as an annex of the Royal Hobart Hospital. In 1979, following discussions among local citizens, the Council and the State Health Department, it was decided to convert the building into a centre comprising a Doctors’ Surgery and waiting rooms, two acute beds, and 31 rooms for senior community members.
1973
In July 2004 May Shaw Health Centre became a separate entity run by a Community Board of Management.
2004
In December 2015, May Shaw Health Centre took over the management of Aminya Aged Care Facility in Scottsdale. In May 2017, we also took over the management of the James Scott Wing from the Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services. With significant support from Council, Federal and State Governments, the Aminya site was expanded to 61-bed occupancy.
2015
In May 2017, we also took over the management of the James Scott Wing from the Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services. With significant support from Council, Federal and State Governments, the Aminya site was expanded to 61-bed occupancy.
2017
In December 2020 Aminya completed its co-location. Working closely with the Dorset Council and the supportive Dorset community we continue to work together to ensure the longevity of aged and community care in the Northeast of the State.
2020
In 2025, we commenced Home Care Services in the Break O’Day region.
2025