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Slowly restoring trust: The fear of using technology after a scam attack
Read how Feros Care's Let's Get Technical program is helping Joan restore trust in technology after she had previously been scammed online.
From home alone to living the dream: recovery from the impacts of brain surgery
After 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!
Preventing falls for seniors
People 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.
Red carpet finale for talented young First Nations artists
Young 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.
Virtual Social Centre volunteer of the month
Virtual 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!
Meet Virtual Social Centre host Sasha
This month, we chat to Virtual Social Centre administration assistant and host Sasha Bothma about how she became part of the team. Read her interview!
The demands of hearing impairment
It 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.
Social prescribing
The 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!
Volunteers: The backbone of the Virtual Social Centre
Joining 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!
Developing 'a blueprint' for tackling homelessness
As 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.
Blind singer Rachael Leahcar on hitting the high notes in more ways than one
Rachael Leahcar found national fame in 2012 when she came third in the first season of The Voice Australia. Her breathtaking vocals wowed judges who then discovered she was also blind. Since then, Rachael has released three Top 10 ARIA charting albums.
Budget boost lays the groundwork for improvements to aged care
Older Australians will sleep easier tonight with the knowledge that the Morrison Government has committed an additional $17.7 billion over five years to improving their care. Find out more!
Residential nursing creates families
Working in residential nursing, Shupi Maduveko believes she has more to offer as a nurse when she has the time to really get to know her patients and their families. Read her story!
Virtual nursing improves access to healthcare
Registered Nurse Maria del Mundo never expected to be nursing from an office chair but she believes her role as a Virtual Care Clinician is groundbreaking. Read her story!
Community nursing improves lives
As a Feros Care Community Services Registered Nurse, Angie helps people stay safe, healthy and happy in their homes for as long as possible. Read her wonderful story!
Isaac Job Fair a winner
The inaugural Isaac Job Fair organised by Feros Care has proved a great success, with more than 100 regional jobseekers of all abilities taking the opportunity to connect with major national and local employers.
Art to the aid of Acquired Brain Injury
With the help of Feros Care and the NDIS, David Stacy is on a journey as he recovers from a stroke - he’s found a way to not only engage again in his passions for art and music, but also connect with his local community and start his own business.
Laughter yoga - The best medicine for seniors
At Feros Care, we’re proving that laughter and yoga is the ideal combination for our village residents. It’s all part of our mission to inject joy into the lives of our residents and clients!
Mother of five finds way out of rock bottom
Roxanne knows what it’s like to reach rock bottom. She’s been there, along with her whole family - but they have all come out stronger on the other side. Read how the NDIS helped her children!
Isaac Job Fair brings community together
The Isaac Job Fair, to be held on 28 April, is a community employment expo providing an opportunity for all jobseekers in the area to connect with employers, information and points of supports to assist them in gaining employment.