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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SWISH tables arrive in Townsville, making table tennis accessible for all

Feros Care has partnered with the local community and Life Skills Australia to bring a SWISH table to Townsville, making sport more accessible for those with vision impairment.

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Feros Care and the flood response: The stories of our people

As a company born out of Byron Bay, we have been very close to the impact of the recent floods in Queensland and New South Wales. Here are some stories of individuals and teams who have done everything they can to support those who need it most, as well as how we’ve been able to help.

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Kids in Sport: The game-changing program making sport more accessible

The new ‘Kids in Sport’ program ensures more kids can play their sport of choice and get involved with their local communities, making sport more accessible for all. We're also encouraging local clubs to be more inclusive.

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3 signs it’s time to start the Home Care Package process

Monique, a Registered Nurse, on why people need to ask for help when they first need it – and her recommendations on starting the Home Care Package process as soon as something becomes a struggle.

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The power of independence: What makes our Home Care Packages unique

At 77 years young, Ron is still maintaining his nine-acre property near Toowoomba – all it took was some specialised equipment to support his Parkinson’s.

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“I know mum is okay, I don’t have to worry”: How our Home Care Packages help support caregiver children

61-year-old Cheryl Abolderrow has been looking after her mum, Norma, since she was about 15 years old. This is how we've been able to support her as a caregiver to avoid carer's burnout.

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International Women’s Day: We’ve come so far, but have we come far enough?

This International Women's Day, our CEO Karen Crouch reflects on how far we've come - and just what we're doing at Feros Care to break the bias every day.

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3 reasons for STRC clients to love our Virtual Social Centre

The Virtual Social Centre is the perfect support for individuals get back to their best selves after injury or illness - especially with the huge range of services offered to support STRC goals.

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60 years married: Bob and Shirley’s secrets to successful relationships

Feros Care clients Shirley and Bob have just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary - and they have great, practical tips to share with those hoping to find, or hold onto, love.