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Questions asked in an aged care assessment (previously ACAT) Educational articles

Here we cover the types of questions that will be asked by an assessor, to help you prepare.

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

Senior couple researching news on ACAT assessments been replaced by the Single Assessment System
What is an ACAT Assessment? Educational articles

A simple summary of the aged care assessment process and how to book one.

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

Senior couple researching news on ACAT assessments been replaced by the Single Assessment System
Aged care assessment and funding types you might be eligible for Educational articles

An 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, Aged Care Assessment

Senior couple researching news on ACAT assessments been replaced by the Single Assessment System
Indigenous Voice to Parliament Referendum result Media release

Through our work, we continue our long-standing commitment to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity and we remain committed to supporting the full implementation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Reconciliation

Hummingbird House volunteer ‘Grumpy’ wins 2023 Westfield Local Hero Media release

Thanks to Grumpy's unwavering dedication, Hummingbird House can now allocate essential resources to enhance its nursing services, benefiting children and families as Queensland’s only children’s hospice.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Children, Hummingbird House

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

Hummingbird House celebrates seven years of care Media release

This week, Hummingbird House celebrates its 7th birthday. As Queensland’s only children’s hospice there is much to celebrate about what Hummingbird House has been able to achieve for the children and families it supports.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Children, Hummingbird House

WMQ recognised as an Advanced Workplace in the Mental Health First Aid Recognition Program Media release

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is currently one of less than 20 organisations in Australia to receive the recognition.

Tags: Corporate

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
Style Your Way – Sip, style and support for hummingbird house Story

Fashion parade, high tea and raffle prizes – how a sustainable boutique owner turned passion into purpose.

Tags: Fundraising, Hummingbird House

Aged care respite stories: where fun meets care Story

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: Respite, Hadden Place, Hyland House

Pam's journey at Hopewell Hospice Story

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, Video

Aged Care Employee Day - in the words of our residents Story

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, Video

Celebrating Wheller on the Park's 'originals' Story

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 Retirement Village

One of first residents of Wheller on The Park cuts the cake as residents celebrates 15 years at the retirement village in Chermside
Hummingbird House raises more than $400,000 in Sponsor a Nurse campaign! Media release

Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community, a whopping $421,427 was raised in Hummingbird House's recent Sponsor a Nurse campaign!

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Children, Hummingbird House

Partnership with UQ to address workforce challenges Media release

Wesley Mission Queensland has announced a promising new partnership with The University of Queensland's (UQ) Healthy Ageing Initiative.

Tags: Ageing well

Tags: Residential Aged Care, Parkview Aged Care Community

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
BBQ for Queensland Day at Wheller on the Park Retirement Community Story

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 Story

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+