Feros Stories

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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4 expert tips for maintaining mobility at home

Mobility is easy to take for granted until it’s lost or diminished. When it becomes challenging to get out of bed, walk up steps, reach into a cupboard or hang up washing, many people can become discouraged. But they shouldn't be!

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A guide to personal pronouns

To help us remain an inclusive and welcoming organisation, we are focusing on education in the LGBTQIA+ space for our team. We’ve noticed confusion around personal pronouns so we've put together an introduction to help foster understanding.

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Life on their own terms

From styling the hair of royalty and creating award-winning pottery to making the front page of national newspapers, Christian James and Greg Baker have lived what they call “a very full life”. Read their story!

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Understanding pain with Feros Care

Seniors and those living with a disability have the highest rates of chronic pain in our community. Learn about the latest in pain management techniques from Sarah Beaumont, Virtual Care Team Manager.

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90-year-old returns to the director's chair with film about aged care

Filmmaker Alan Harkness walked the red carpet for the premiere of Village Life, his latest creation – at 90 years of age. read about his past of film-making and watch the documentary here!

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Life as an amputee: From being stuck inside to jet skiing

Whether it be going bush to compete in gel blasting with his son, riding his mountain bike or hitting the water, the NDIS participant has found a new lease on life in reconnecting with his passions and hobbies. Read his story!

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Plating Blind star Nate Quinell Q&A

Nate faces each hurdle in his life with positivity and determination. If you'd like to know how he does it (because he is truly inspiring) then read his Q&A and find out more!

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Hurricane chef chops down employment barriers in finding his recipe for success

Nate is a fully trained chef. He also happens to be legally deaf and blind, but that’s never stopped him chasing his culinary dreams and becoming an inspiration to many in the process. Read his story!

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Adaptability the name of the game for NDIS participant Mark Payne

“Attempt to do something first yourself, and if you can’t, ask for help.” That’s the ethos that Gawler resident Mark Payne, 62, lives by. And it’s an ethos that’s served him well. Read his story!