Becoming a Nurse: Ava-Rose shares her story
Thinking about a career in Nursing?
Aged care nurses are at the forefront of delivering personalised care and assistance, ensuring our resident’s physical, emotional, and social needs are met with dignity and respect. So, we wanted to share how you can start your career in nursing and what it takes to care for our residents. Who better to ask, than our Enrolled Nurse Ava-Rose. As a Mercy Community dedicated healthcare nurse, she plays a vital part in providing compassionate care to our residents. Ava was kind enough to share her story, the benefits of working in aged care, help debunk myths and offer insider tips for people looking to get started in the aged care industry.
A Nurse’s Journey: Charanjiv’s Path to Professional GrowthÂ
We are lucky to have some of the most talented and caring team members in the aged care industry at Mercy Community. Our nurses always have so much time for our residents, but how do they find time for their own family and maybe even a few moments to themselves? We sat down with enrolled nurse, Charanjiv Nagpal, to discover why she was drawn to nursing and how she adjusted to life in Australia.
Elder Abuse: Know the signs
Caring for a sick or elderly loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. It’s a role that requires compassion, patience, and resilience.
If you find yourself in the position of a caregiver, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone.
In this article, we’ll share seven essential tips to help you navigate the caregiving journey with confidence and compassion.
Essential tips for supporting sick or elderly loved ones: A guide for caregivers
Caring for a sick or elderly loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. It’s a role that requires compassion, patience, and resilience.
If you find yourself in the position of a caregiver, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone.
In this article, we’ll share seven essential tips to help you navigate the caregiving journey with confidence and compassion.
How to help seniors stay happy and healthy this winter
As the winter chill sets in, it’s essential to take proactive steps to stay warm and well – particularly in your senior years. Check out our top tips to help the elderly stay healthy and happy this winter.
Embracing active ageing: the benefits of exercise in aged care homes
Gone are the days of sedentary living and idle afternoons drinking tea. Today, aged care facilities are embracing the philosophy of active aging, recognising the profound benefits that exercise can bring to residents’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Mercy Community’s Social Work Services further enhance the lives of our elderly
Mercy Community’s new Social Work Services for Rockhampton are up and running – bringing even more joy and enrichment to the lives of our elderly.
We caught up with Mercy Community social worker Seniya Chitura to find out more.
Mercy Community welcomes Federal Government investment in aged care
A message from Janet Rhodes, Executive General Manager, Aged Care Services.
As advocates for compassionate and quality care for older Australians, Mercy Community applauds this week’s budget announcement allocating significant funds to enhance the aged care sector.
Celebrating Mother’s Day: fun facts and historical highlights
Mother’s Day is a cherished occasion celebrated worldwide to honour and appreciate the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures who play pivotal roles in our lives.
Reconsidering the Aged Care Act: A step in the right direction
A message from Janet Rhodes, Executive General Manager of Aged Care Services. As news broke that the implementation of proposed amendments to the Aged Care Act has been put on hold, many of us in the aged care sector breathed a collective sigh of relief.
