Mental health work attracts those called to walk alongside others
Mental health support
Mental Health Week is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of mental health in our everyday lives. It affects how we think, feel, and act. And it is just as important for those working in the sector as for those they support.
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Caring for the carers is the family way
Aged care
The moment you walk into Irene Searle’s home you’re struck by the love, laughter and warmth in evidence around her kitchen table. We’re talking about the role of carers within families and it quickly becomes evident that the Searle family have provided practical carer support to each other throughout the many, sometimes tragic, experiences that have come their way.
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Fun and games is serious business at Waminda
Aged care
Social connection and community are important for everyone. This Seniors Month we look at the way the Waminda community tackle the issue of social isolation amongst older Queenslanders with a healthy dose of love, care and companionship.
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The work of giving hope to those in prison
Community and pastoral care
For many people in prison, a visit from a chaplain leaves them experiencing a sense of peace, acceptance of what is happening for them and some clarity about how they can move forward. Centacare prison chaplain Deacon Russ Nelson speaks about the important work of giving hope to those in prison.
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Busy hands make the difference for David
Aged care
Dementia impacts close to half a million Australians. In the lead up to Dementia Action Week (19-25 September) we tell David’s story and show how, with a little bit of support, people living with dementia can live active and fulfilling lives for many years after diagnosis.
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Footy fan Brad gets in the game
Disability care
While the season is over for his team, die-hard Broncos fan Brad is glad he was in the stand for their final home game against the Eels. The 31-year-old from Logan has faced some challenges in his life but is kicking goals with support from his close-knit team.
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