While therapy animals, such as visiting dogs or cats – or even horses – have played a valued role in aged care for some time, an increasingly common sight within Carinity’s communities are robotic pets.
She worked at cinemas in her youth and today Joycelyn Munro is the big star of the Carinity Wishart Gardens aged care community. That’s because she is celebrating her 100th birthday!
Retirement marks one of the biggest milestones in life - and the value of friendships and community has taken on even more significance in this new ‘COVID-normal’ world.
Jehovah Jireh Baptist Church in Logan provides Burmese refugees with not only spiritual guidance but a place to engage in a favourite pursuit – growing fresh fruit and vegetables.
We spoke with the recently retired head of Carinity’s chaplaincy and mission services, Don McPherson, about his achievements in chaplaincy.
Dawn Sparrow has lived in Highfields for 20 years. So, when it came time to seek assistance with her care needs, Dawn was delighted to know that she didn’t have to move too far from home.
Growing up can be an anxious time. Keeping an eye on young people, allowing ongoing communication and noticing changes in behaviour is key to recognising potential mental health challenges.
New to a Carinity retirement village? Enjoy some helpful tips from our residents for getting the best out of your new lifestyle.
Carinity supports the Australian Aged Care Collaboration and implementation of the Royal Commission’s workforce recommendations aged care.
A number of Carinity services have been impacted by flooding around south-east Queensland.
A Rockhampton girl through and through, Carinity Shalom resident Joyce Marler is Queensland’s newest centenarian.
Carinity Education Shalom teacher Rita Sinclair has illustrated a children’s book written by award-winning Indigenous author, Boori Monty Pryor.
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