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News & events

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  Residents celebrate new chapter for Fassifern Aged Care Service

  News: Posted 07 July, 2020

  Churches of Christ in Queensland has opened the doors of its Fassifern Aged Care Service development
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  Free senior information sessions streaming live from new Boonah aged care service

  News: Posted 22 June, 2020

  Churches of Christ in Queensland is hosting a series of free information webinars for seniors starting 26 June 2020.
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  Home Assist Secure celebrates client’s 72nd wedding anniversary

  News and events: Posted 2 June, 2020

  Cherishing 72 years of marriage is definitely a cause for celebration for Southport’s Rex and Shirley Abel.
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  Stanthorpe Aged Care Service urges against complacency as restrictions ease

  News: Posted 21 May, 2020

  Not-for-profit provider Churches of Christ in Queensland has demonstrated its steadfast commitment to ensuring...
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  Virtual campaign applauds aged care superheroes – today and everyday

  News: Posted 21 May, 2020

  Everyone can now give a virtual thanks to the unsung heroes currently supporting our seniors as part of an online campaign...
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  Aged care residents continue being social while physically distant

  News: Posted April 7, 2020

  In a time when physical distancing is the new norm, Churches of Christ in Queensland aged care services are finding creative alternatives to engage residents and keep them
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  Buck’s Gym achieving positive wellbeing for seniors

  News: Posted August 3, 2020

  An innovative gym program is getting Redland seniors out of bed after injury and back into an active lifestyle.
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  Aged care residents still busy at the gym

  News: Posted March 11, 2020

  Churches of Christ in Queensland Bribie Island Aged Care Service was a hive of acti....
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  Home support boost to meet increased aged care demand

  News: Posted March 4, 2020

  People in the Southern and Darling Downs regions can now access more much-needed support at home thanks to an expansion in aged care services
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  Warrawee Aged Care Service welcomes Year 11 trainee to help her achieve her dream

  News: Posted September 30, 2019

  Warrawee Aged Care Service has opened its doors to a trainee, giving a local student the opportunity to develop valuable work skills.
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  Aged Care Appreciation Day 2019

  News: Posted August 7, 2019

  Today, Australians are being urged to reach out to people they know who work in aged care
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  Powerful theatre show explores the stories behind the person

  News: Posted July 18, 2019

  As we age, some people only see lines and grey hair rather than the stories
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  Moonah-500 Club celebrates

  News: Posted June 12, 2019

  Moonah Park Aged Care Service resident gym junkies Alex Suto and Margaret Taylor are celebrating their 500th gym visit
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  Quilted with Valour

  News: Posted June 4, 2019

  A touching tribute for Australian Defence Force personnel, Quilts of Valour Australia have awarded three Churches of Christ Care Fassifern Retirement Village residents handcrafted quilts as a symbol of love, care and healing in honour of those who have served time in combat for Australia.
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  Giving a lending hand for less than two hours a week

  News: Posted June 4, 2019

  Bribie Island Aged Care Service is calling for passionate locals to donate their time towards making a difference in the lives of older Australia
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  Understanding the housing aspirations of public housing tenants aged over 55 years in Logan

  News: Posted May 19, 2017

  Churches of Christ Housing Services is very pleased to present the Building Housing Options report to the Queensland Government
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  Fassifern Aged Care Service development to commence

  News: Posted March 15, 2019

  Commencement of works on the Fassifern Aged Care Service development on Harold Stark Avenue, Boonah.
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  Recipient of first Stockwell Webber Foundation and Churches of Christ (QLD) scholarship graduates with full qualifications

  News: Posted January 29, 2019

  Graduating as a Registered Nurse in November, Julie May looks towards giving back to her local community as the first recipient of the Stockwell Webber Foundation and Churches of Christ in Queensland scholarship.
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  Valda steps aside after a lifetime of service

  News: Posted November 19, 2018

  Valda Balke spent a lifetime volunteering at a local Toowoomba aged care service. After 60 years she has retired, with a celebration held in her honour.
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  Unique project delivers on sustainability

  News: Posted September 21, 2018

  From energy conservation to waste management, from waterway management to native fauna and flora preservation, every step of design and construction at Little Mountain Campus has worked to deliver sustainability.
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  Lady Small Haven Redevelopment Contract Signed

  News: Posted September 18, 2018

  Churches of Christ in Queensland CEO Gary Edwards and McNab CEO Michael McNab have signed the contract for Stage 1 of the Lady Small Haven redevelopment
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  Army Corporal to Community Care … Introducing Glen

  News: Posted September 11, 2018

  Glen Gibson is relishing his role as a Community Care Worker supporting seniors across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt to live independently at home.
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  Churches of Christ in Queensland Board visits Warwick Campus

  News: Posted August 30, 2018

  The Churches of Christ in Queensland Board held their meeting at Warwick Campus on Friday 24 August. Board members had an opportunity to take their first tour of the new Warwick Campus before it officially opens.
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  Spirituality in Aged Care: Launch of an important resource for aged care

  News: Posted August 14, 2018

  We were delighted to host the launch of the Spirituality in Aged Care Professional Development Program by Meaningful Ageing Australia this week.
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  New homes to provide choice and independence

  News: Posted July 20, 2018

  For aging parents who care for a son or daughter with a disability, they can face uncertainty and anxiety regarding their loved one’s future when they can no longer care for them.
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  You’re never too old for a new best mate!

  News: Posted June 14, 2018

  Last week Tweed Heads resident Harold welcomed his new mate Bobby into his home. Harold is 100 years young and his new best mate Bobby is a seven year old Fox Terrier.
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  Palliative Care: What matters most?

  News: Posted May 22, 2018

  This week we’re encouraged to think about ‘What matters most?’ Palliative Care Week
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  Toowoomba health professionals “walk in the shoes of people with dementia”

  News: Posted May 3, 2018

  Many of us know someone who is living with dementia—and on 3 May, local Toowoomba health professionals took part in the Virtual Dementia Tour™, to understand the true impacts of the condition.
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  Dementia to be experienced by carers and professionals

  News: Posted June 21, 2017

  A leading not-for-profit provider of seniors living services is set to launch a product that will enable participants to experience the physical and mental challenges of dementia.
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  Logan research reveals seniors’ housing needs

  News: Posted May 12, 2017

  Logan seniors living in public housing can look forward to even better housing support thanks to a groundbreaking research project, the results of which were released today.
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  Integrated Sunshine Coast seniors community development commences

  News: Posted March 6, 2017

  The sod has been turned today on a major seniors living development at Meridan in Caloundra’s west.
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  No slowdown for seniors living provider

  News: Posted December 15, 2016

  A leading not-for-profit seniors living provider is embarking on a series of major developments throughout Queensland.
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  Sod turned on Villa Carramar extension

  News: Posted September 12, 2016

  A leading not-for-profit seniors living provider today turned the sod on multimillion dollar works at a Stanthorpe aged care service.
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  Regency residents jumping for joy

  News: Posted August 3, 2016

  A group of Warwick locals have drawn on inspiration from Native Americans and a bohemian past for their tribute to Jumpers and Jazz.
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  Partnership brings ground-breaking dementia specific training to WA

  News: Posted

  Churches of Christ in Queensland is pleased to announce their partn...
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  Fassifern Aged Care Service – Virtual Tour

  Events: Posted 3 June, 2020

  Take your tour today of Fassifern Aged Care service today.At your pace, at a time that suits you, from your home.
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  Lounge room webinar series for seniors

  Events: Posted 1 June, 2020

  Pop in to our FREE senior’s information sessions and get up to date information from local lawyers, financial planners and aged care professional

Blog

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  Lounge Room Webinar: Your introduction to aged care

  Lifestyle blog: Posted 31 July, 2020

  Riki Millard from Boonah Law Practice joined Ric Nilson from Churches of Christ in Queensland
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  Joan shares the joy about her new home at Fassifern Aged Care Service

  Blog: Posted 20 July, 2020

  We met Joan and her family at our Fassifern Aged Care Service in Boonah...
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  Home Care is helping seniors stay in their Bribie Island community

  Seniors blog: Posted November 13, 2019

  An island paradise, where people can relax and unwind within a neighbourhood of like-minded friends – it may be a small community, but Bribie Island
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  Time to downsize for retirement

  Seniors blog: Posted July 25, 2019

  You know there will come a day when it’s time to downsize to a smaller home, but you find it stressful both emotionally and physically when you contemplate how to go about it.
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  The best retirement is an active one

  Seniors blog: Posted June 13, 2019

  Finding motivation to exercise in your golden years can be difficult.
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  John’s life story told

  Seniors blog: Posted December 12, 2018

  John has lived a life that started tragically, and endured more adversity along the way before coming out the other side.
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  Community care helps seniors maintain independence

  Seniors blog: Posted July 10, 2018

  Community care provides support to seniors across the Granite Belt.
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  Inspiration through connection

  Seniors blog: Posted July 5, 2018

  Maryborough Family Day Care is bringing joy to residents at Hervey Bay’s Fair Haven Aged Care Service, both services are owned and operated by Churches of Christ Care.
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  Talents on show

  Seniors blog: Posted June 13, 2018

  We have many talented individuals living in our aged care services.
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  Palliative Care: What matters most?

  Seniors blog: Posted May 22, 2018

  This week we’re encouraged to think about ‘What matters most?’ Palliative Care Week (20 – 26 May) aims to raise awareness about palliative care in the Australian community
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  Top tips for older Australians buying a mobile phone

  Seniors blog: Posted January 25, 2018

  The ways in which we communicate have come a long way since the string telephone of the 1600s.
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  Fitness at any age

  Seniors blog: Posted December 6, 2017

  Three residents from Churches of Christ Care Moonah Park Aged Care Service at Mitchelton have put us to shame by racking up over 330 gym session between them since their gym opened in April to September.
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  The benefits of creativity in ageing

  Seniors blog: Posted November 21, 2017

  From reducing stress to improving social lives, creative activity provides many benefits to older people.
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  Research paves the way for better care

  Seniors blog: Posted October 19, 2017

  Research is fundamental to acquiring knowledge, which can be applied in new and innovative ways for the benefit of service delivery, staff and volunteers, and in improving outcomes for our clients.
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  Edna's excellent adventures

  Seniors blog: Posted October 11, 2017

  What began as a gentle swing in a park, has led to Edna’s Excellent Adventures with weekly outings as part of her Home Care Package.
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  Aged care residents get busy at the gym

  Seniors blog: Posted August 31, 2017

  Churches of Christ Care Bribie Island Aged Care Service recently celebrated the official opening its new, specially designed gym, with plenty of VIPs present.  
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  Regency Park residents shine on

  Seniors blog: Posted July 10, 2017

  Shine WOMEN is a personal development program that aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to develop greater self-awareness and personal growth.
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  Wattle apartments in bloom

  Seniors blog: Posted June 26, 2017

  Completed in February 2017, the $15.6 million Wattle Apartments development at Acacia Ridge provides 40 thoughtfully designed homes for over 55s previously living in under-occupied public housing.
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  The changing face of home care

  Seniors blog: Posted July 6, 2017

  Research consistently shows that people are healthier and happier when they continue to age in place in their own home.
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  What will residential aged care look like in a decade?

  Seniors blog: Posted May 23, 2017

  A focus on an individual’s preferences and enablement will shape the future of Residential Aged Care.
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  Sing your way to good health

  Seniors blog: Posted March 30, 2017

  Bribie Island retirees are improving their health and social lives by performing in their local choir.
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  St George ladies support local Aged Care Service

  Seniors blog: Posted February 28, 2017

  The small town of St George in Western Queensland is a close knit community who like to support each other through thick and thin
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  Dental health care for people living with dementia

  Seniors blog: Posted February 9, 2017

  Toothache can cause everything from mild discomfort to excruciating pain. If you are caring for someone living with dementia, they may require a little extra help understanding how to prevent pain in or around their teeth.
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  5 reasons seniors should visit a podiatrist

  Seniors blog: Posted December 14, 2016

  Our feet are expected to carry us through a whole lifetime, but as we age so do they, and serious problems can start to arise.
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  Abstract Beauty

  Seniors blog: Posted May 30, 2016

  The walls of Churches of Christ Care Kolan Gardens Aged Care Service in Gin Gin are that bit brighter with addition of some wonderful new artworks...