There's always something happening at Feros Care, whether it's how we're using technology to improve our clients' lives or the adventures of our clients and their care workers.
Here we have handpicked our favourite Feros stories, as well as blogs on travel, food, technology, health and wellness. It's all about helping you live a healthy and connected life!
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From home alone to living the dream: recovery from the impacts of brain surgeryAfter a difficult decade following brain tumour surgery in 2006, Carol Mitchell is relishing her independence again thanks to support from Feros Care and the NDIS. Read her story!
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Preventing falls for seniorsPeople can fall at any stage of life but as we age, the risks are increased due to a number of factors. The good news is, there are things we can do to reduce those risks and keep us safe around the home and in the community.
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Red carpet finale for talented young First Nations artistsYoung Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from Mackay enjoyed their moment on the red carpet following a six-month tour of their artworks through central Queensland. Feros Care helped sponsor the exhibition and is looking to build on its success.
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Virtual Social Centre volunteer of the monthVirtual Social Centre volunteers make the world (and this virtual platform) go round, and Lauren is someone who gives the opportunity her all. Learn about this adventurous VSC volunteer!
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Meet Virtual Social Centre host SashaThis month, we chat to Virtual Social Centre administration assistant and host Sasha Bothma about how she became part of the team. Read her interview!
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The demands of hearing impairmentIt can be tiring trying to catch every word, each phrase, and the nuances and intentions of a conversation when you can’t hear them properly. Billie Rasmussen, who has a hearing impairment, shares how she overcame her challenges.
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Social prescribingThe significance of fostering social connections as a way to boost our health and enhance our wellbeing is becoming more recognised around the world. Read more about what it means to Feros Care!
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Volunteers: The backbone of the Virtual Social CentreJoining Feros Care from all over the country, we get to know what our volunteers enjoy most about being a part of the Virtual Social Centre. Read more here!
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Developing 'a blueprint' for tackling homelessnessAs the two-year Mackay Homelessness Project draws to a close, the lessons learnt are helping create a blueprint for how to tackle the growing homelessness crisis in regional areas elsewhere in Queensland.