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Retiree shows a love heart craft at Wesley Mission Queensland aged care respite centre
Key signs that it might be time to consider residential aged care for your loved ones Articles and stories

While the specific circumstances can vary from one family to another, here are some major signs to look for.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care

Aged care worker with a resident in one of our residential aged care homes
Stay fit and fabulous over the indulgence season Articles and stories

Discover the path to smart indulgence, fresh choices and healthful celebrations tailored for seniors.

Tags: Ageing well, Staying Healthy

Christmas morning tea at Rosemount retirement village, in Brisbane
Christmas-themed high tea at Rosemount Retirement Village Articles and stories

More than 100 current and future residents came together, cracking bad jokes and bon-bons and embracing the festive spirit.

Tags: Retirement Living

How to make the most of your Home Care Package (HCP) Articles and stories

A list of tips and strategies to help you, or your loved one, maximise the benefits of your Home Care Package (HCP)

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Home Care Packages

Home Care Package hydrotherapy session at Fulton Wellbeing Centre
What to look for in disability housing Articles and stories

Explore what disability housing is and delve into the key factors to consider when seeking the perfect home.

Tags: Disability and NDIS

Bedroom at Wynnum Apartments, a NDIS SDA disability accommodation in Brisbane
How to Prepare for Your ACAT Assessment Articles and stories

A thorough preparation for your ACAT assessment allows you to present a comprehensive and accurate overview of your needs, helping the ACAT team in making an informed decision.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care, Respite, ACAT Assessment

A senior couple on the compupter with a tagline 'ACAT Series'
What is a RAS assessment? Articles and stories

If you have been referred to an assessment by My Aged Care, you will be visited by either the ACAT or the RAS team. Learn how these teams determine the level of care and support you require as you navigate the aged care system.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care, Respite, ACAT Assessment

A senior couple on the compupter with a tagline 'ACAT Series'
What is an ACAT Assessment? Articles and stories

A simple summary of the ACAT assessment (Aged Care Assessment Team) process and how to schedule an assessment.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care, ACAT Assessment

A senior couple on the compupter with a tagline 'ACAT Series'
Questions asked in an ACAT Assessment Articles and stories

During an ACAT assessment the assessor will ask a series of questions. Here we cover the types of questions that will be asked, to help you prepare.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care, ACAT Assessment

A senior couple on the compupter with a tagline 'ACAT Series'
ACAT assessment and funding types you might be eligible for Articles and stories

An ACAT assessment plays a crucial role in determining the appropriate level of government funding and subsidies for aged care services available to you.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care, Respite, ACAT Assessment

A senior couple on the compupter with a tagline 'ACAT Series'
An ageing and death denying society: Lessons from a hospice Articles and stories

Opinion pieced by Bek Beechey, Clinical Nurse - Care Coordination at Hopewell Hospice.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hopewell Hospice

Living Well Respite residents holding hands
Keep cool this summer with tips from our ageing well experts Articles and stories

Our Ageing Well team shares practical tips to help you find the balance between fun and safety.

Tags: Ageing well, Retirement Living

Ladies from Rosemount Retirement Village enjoying the outdoors on a summer day
Aged care respite stories: where fun meets care Articles and stories

From craft clubs and a men's shed to a day trip to Shorncliffe Pier, our respite care centres offer fun options for all tastes. Take a peek!

Tags: Ageing well, Respite, Hadden Place, Hyland House

Big smile from a resident from Hyland House Respite Centre shows what ageing well means at Wesley Mission Queensland.
Pam's journey at Hopewell Hospice Articles and stories

Pam shares her heartfelt experiences, highlighting the remarkable care and support she has received from the staff and volunteers at Hopewell Hospice.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hopewell Hospice

Pam shares her heartfelt experiences at Hopewell Hospice
Aged Care Employee Day - in the words of our residents Articles and stories

On Aged Care Employee Day, our residents share their thoughts on what their carers mean to them. Thank you to all WMQ aged care workers!

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care

WMQ aged care worker plays puzzle with a resident
Celebrating Wheller on the Park's 'originals' Articles and stories

The very first residents of Wheller on the Park celebrate 15 years of calling this retirement village home.

Tags: Retirement Living, Wheller on the Park

First residents of Wheller on the Park celebrate 15 years in the retirement village
Take a guess at how many residents have reached 100 years at our Parkview aged care community Articles and stories

Celebrating a combined total of more than 900 birthdays!

Tags: Residential Aged Care, Parkview Aged Care Community

12 tips for an active lifestyle in independent living homes: nurturing mind and body Articles and stories

Whether you're an avid fitness enthusiast or you're simply looking to incorporate more movement into your daily routine and keep your mind sharp, we've got you covered.

Tags: Ageing well, Retirement Living

The heated outdoor pool at Rosemont Retirement Village will help you stay active and meet new people.
BBQ for Queensland Day at Wheller on the Park Retirement Community Articles and stories

The team put together a fantastic sausage sizzle and made use of the brand-new BBQs.

Tags: Retirement Living

BBQ for Queensland Day at Wheller on the Park Retirement Community
WMQ supporting minds at the Gold Coast Pride Articles and stories

WMQ teamed up with the Ultraviolet Expressions Program to co-facilitate a mindfulness and mental well-being tent at this year’s Gold Coast Pride.

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Mental Health, LGBTIQAP+

Team from Supporting Minds and Ultraviolet Expressions Program at Gold Coast Pride 2023

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