“Mercy Haven” to pave the way for enhanced elderly care in Rockhampton
A groundbreaking ceremony for Mercy Haven, a brand-new multimillion dollar aged care home in Rockhampton, took place on Wednesday 12 July 2023. The Most Reverend Michael McCarthy, Bishop of Rockhampton, blessed the start of construction on the $42 million facility which is designed to replace the existing Bethany Nursing Home in Rockhampton’s medical precinct of […]
Mercy Community Teams join NAIDOC Week celebrations
Sunday, July 2, marks the start of NAIDOC Week which will see a huge calendar of events surrounding this year’s theme – For Our Elders. Held across Australia in the first week of July each year (events can also be held over the weeks before and after), the week celebrates and recognises the history, culture, […]
Romero Welcome Walk 2023 – a beacon of hope, generosity for asylum seekers and refugees
More than 170 people raised $20,000 in the third annual Romero Welcome Walk celebrated at West End on Sunday, 18 June. Freshly brewed coffee greeted the early morning walkers, and the sun came out just in time to shine on the start of the event. Romero Centre Head of Community and Corporate Relations, Richard Langford, […]
Home Care Vs Residential Aged Care: Which one should I choose?
If you’re considering care for an aging parent, relative or close one, figuring out whether home care or residential care is the best option can be difficult. Let’s take an in-depth look at both types of aged care including what they are, their benefits and who can access each so that you can make the […]
Your guide to Supported Independent Living
Click the following button to read an Easy Read Version of this article. Easy Read Version What is Supported Independent Living Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a support category under the NDIS designed to help those with a disability to live as independently as possible. This type of funding provides support workers to assist you […]
Reflect on the past to shape our future
27 May marks the start of a very special week for Australia and particularly for our First Nations team members and people we support. National Reconciliation Week (from 27 May to 3 June) provides an opportunity to reflect on the past, to listen, to learn, to acknowledge the ongoing impacts of historical wrongs and to […]
Meet Laurie Stewart, Manager First Nations for Mercy Community
Interview by Barry Lenihan, General Manager, First Nations for Mercy Community. As the sun starts to rise on National Reconciliation Week, I thought I’d highlight a First Nations team member who has achieved a great deal for Mercy Community. Laurie Stewert (pictured above) has been part of the Mercy Community family since 2008 and during […]
Improve your mental health & career: why you should volunteer
Taking part in volunteer work gives you the opportunity to share your passions and use your abilities and skills to strengthen your community. Volunteering doesn’t just positively impact your community though – it can have a major impact you. Improved mental health, social connectivity and career progression are all potential perks of giving up some […]
Mercy Community’s quality aged care and continual improvement program praised
Picture from left: Member for Mundingburra Leslie Walker, Terese Poli (AIN – 10 years’ service), Loreto Director of Nursing Michelle Yanner, Suzanne Christiansen (AIN – 14 years’ service), Minister Anika Wells, Mercy Community General Manager – Aged Care Janet Rhodes. The dedication and quality care provided by a Townsville Mercy Community aged care team has […]
Case study: positive outcomes for young woman and her sister in Mercy Community kinship care program
The background When Shannon and Trinity’s Nan lost her husband in 2022, she could no longer care for the two sisters. Nan had been supported in caring for the sisters by Mercy Community for many years as a kinship carer. Despite being young and vulnerable herself, 20-something Trinity put her hand up to care for […]
