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An ageing and death denying society: Lessons from a hospice Educational articles

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

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hopewell Hospice

Keep cool this summer with tips from our ageing well experts Educational articles

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
12 tips for an active lifestyle in independent living homes: nurturing mind and body Educational articles

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

Rosemount Retirement Village - Friends relaxing in outdoor heated pool
WMQ videos aim at normalising conversations about death and dying Educational articles

As part of our commitment to education and awareness in palliative care, staff from WMQ's Hopewell House and Hummingbird House palliative care services created a series of videos aimed at normalising conversations about death and dying.

Tags: Ageing well, Palliative and Hospice Care, Children, Hummingbird House

Differences between the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP) Educational articles

Understand the key difference so you can determine which care option you are eligible for.

Tags: Ageing well, Home Care

What is a RAS assessment? Educational articles

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, Aged Care Assessment

Senior couple researching news on ACAT assessments been replaced by the Single Assessment System
Transitioning into your retirement village: how to prepare for the move Educational articles

What is required to best prepare, and what you can expect from retirement living.

Tags: Retirement Living

Living room of a 1 bed retirement village at Sinnamon Park, Brisbane South
Hydrotherapy: providing a break for children with complex physical needs Educational articles

For children with complex physical needs, everyday activities that most of us take for granted can be incredibly challenging. Hydrotherapy can provide a much-needed break from the daily struggles they face.

Tags: Disability and NDIS, Children, Hydrotherapy

10 ways home care can make your life easier Educational articles

Are everyday tasks becoming a challenge? It might be a sign that you could do with a little extra help at home.

Tags: Home Care

5 ways to get support while you wait for a Home Care Package Educational articles

Need extra help at home before your HCP comes through? You don’t qualify for government-funded options? Here are a few options to consider.

Tags: Home Care

Want to understand more about First Nations past? These books are a good start Educational articles

Books offer a window into First Nations peoples and the often-overlooked history of this land we call home

Tags: Reconciliation, Reconciliation

How to make your money stretch further these holidays Educational articles

Problematic weather conditions down south and skyrocketing prices have impacted your grocery shopping this season. To help you save money and plan ahead, our Head Chef Russell shares his tips and tricks.

Tags: Corporate

The upside to downsizing Educational articles

Is your family home becoming a little too much to handle? Discover the upside to downsizing with these 5 key benefits to retirement living.

Tags: Retirement Living

Together we can, through volunteering Educational articles

Today marks International Volunteer Day, an official date designated by the United Nations to say thank you and to recognise the importance of volunteers in our communities.

Tags: Volunteering

Choosing the right service for your mental health and wellbeing Educational articles

If you or a loved one are seeking guidance to find what service or program works best for you, you’ve come to the right place. This article provides an overview of what services and programs are on offer at WMQ.

Tags: Mental Health

Mental health matters - Matthew Ball - Unsplash
Becoming a mentor with Marcus Mission Educational articles

Hear from men that are making a difference in the lives of others through Marcus Mission, a program designed to reduce the risk of suicide in young men in Queensland.

Tags: Mental Health

Great hobbies for retired people Educational articles

The best retirement is an active and busy retirement. And that means finding the right retirement activities to keep your mind and body healthy. Find out what hobbies are great for retirement.

Tags: Ageing well, Retirement Living

Why pets have a positive impact on mental health Educational articles

We cover the facts on how pets can improve your mental health and reduce anxiety, depression.

Tags: Health and wellbeing

How do you maintain a healthy mind? Educational articles

As we age, so does our mind. We've put together a list of recommendations including brain activities, exercise, food and other useful tips to keep your mind healthy.

Tags: Ageing well