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Retiree shows a love heart craft at Wesley Mission Queensland aged care respite centre
A guide to My Aged Care: navigating government support for older Australians Educational articles

We've broken down what My Aged Care offers and how to start accessing support

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care

My Aged Care explained | Image shows WMQ carer with two aged care residents in the garden
What the new aged care reforms mean for Australians Educational articles

We explain the proposed changes and how they may affect you.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care, Residential Aged Care

Aged care reform 2025 | Nurse takes the blood pressure of an aged care resident
Empowering young lives: Joshua’s journey to stability and connection with headspace Hervey Bay Corporate news

As a young Aboriginal man, Joshua’s journey highlights the powerful role of community and cultural support.

Tags: Mental Health, headspace

Young Aboriginal man finds support in headpsace team in Fraser Coast
Making every mouthful count: the importance of nutrition in aged care Stories

How our Dining Services enriches aged care by prioritising nutrition, resident choice, and social connections — making every meal nourishing and meaningful.

Tags: Ageing well, Residential Aged Care, Food

WMQ Dining Services Manager, Aged Care, Russel
Meet Janelle, home care leader in Gympie Stories

Janelle entered the aged care sector after caring for her terminally ill father, igniting her passion for helping others.

Tags: Home Care

Janelle Pye, WMQ's home care team leader in Gympie, QLD
Meet Sarah, the new home care leader in Hervey Bay Stories

With nearly 7 years of experience, Sarah has a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, as our client's story shows.

Tags: Home Care

Sarah Nichols, home care team leader in Hervey Bay
John's journey: finding joy and support through home care in Hervey Bay Stories

How our home care team helped John through a mental health battle and continues to bring joy to his life.

Tags: Home Care

Home Care client John with his home care worker in Hervey Bay, QLD
Margaret's Story: it’s never too late to start home care Stories

In the image is our new home care coordinator in Hervey Bay, the reason we can share this client story.

Tags: Home Care

Sarah Nichols, home care team leader in Hervey Bay
Coles Hummingbird House appeal kicks off with a Masterchef party Media release

Masterchef contestant and cooking show host Michael Weldon visited the kitchen at the House with Ollie’s brothers to create her favourite meal of cheeseburgers.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hummingbird House

Coles Hummingbird House Appeal 2024 Masterchef Party
Hopewell Hospice holds its annual memorial service Stories

The heartfelt annual memorial service honoured and remembered the 111 guests of 2023.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hopewell Hospice

Hopewell Hospice Annual Memorial Service in 2024
Wesley Art's studio has been buzzing with creativity Stories

Check out what some of our participants have been working on with our wonderful facilitator Liz!

Tags: Disability and NDIS, Wesley Arts, Visual arts

Wesley Arts NDIS workshop, September 2024
How to choose a home care provider that’s right for you Educational articles

Choosing the right provider can be overwhelming, so we've highlighted key points for before and during your research.

Tags: Home Care

Home Care services in Brisbane and South East Queensland
Checklist for changing home care package providers Educational articles

Follow these steps to ensure uninterrupted services and even to prevent your Home Care Package from being withdrawn.

Tags: Home Care

Aged Care worker having tea with a retiree at his home for some companionship.
Explore all NDIS services offered by Wesley Mission Queensland Educational articles

We offer a variety of NDIS services and housing, focusing on both core and capacity-building supports.

Tags: Disability and NDIS

Wesley Arts - Digital Arts workshop 2024 - Brisbane - Disability NDIS Arts From The Margins
NDIS management plans: a comparison breakdown Educational articles

To help you make an informed decision about the NDIS Management plan that best suits your specific circumstances, we've broken down their key differences. A PDF version is available.

Tags: Disability and NDIS

NDIS management plans: a comparison breakdown
NDIS Plan Management options: simple questions to help you decide Educational articles

By asking yourself these questions you can make a more informed decision about which NDIS Management Plan is the best fit for you.

Tags: Disability and NDIS

Residents at our specialist disability accommodation can enjoy activities outside the community. Image shows the bus at Asher House.
Rediscover Rosemount Retirement Community – now officially open! Educational articles

With Stage 2 completed and new residents moving in, Rosemount became an even more vibrant community.

Tags: Retirement Living

Rosemount Retirement Village aerial shot
A cheerful budgie family is making room visits at Cooper House Residential Aged Care Stories

The team wheels the birds around to different residents’ rooms a few times a day.

Tags: Residential Aged Care

Budgies at Cooper House Residential Aged Care
Resident story: the shock value of moving into a retirement village Stories

Doug and Sue Trenchard decided to downsize, finding their perfect fit at the recently opened stage 2 of Rosemount Retirement Living.

Tags: Retirement Living

Doug and Sue Trencher moved to Rosemount Retirement Village in 2024
Volunteering at WMQ - meet Vince and Denise Stories

If you'd like to volunteer, visit our Volunteer Opportunities webpage.

Tags: Volunteering

Volunteers Vince and Denise assisting at the Brisbane Relief Hub's Community Breakfast

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