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Thank you for enhancing care

Matthew, Operations Manager at BlueCare for aged care services in Far North Queensland, shares how recent donations have funded dementia training for 700+ BlueCare staff and therapeutic robotic animals, enhancing resident care and wellbeing.

Thank you for creating connection

Friday, 2nd Aug 24

As the number of individuals living with dementia continues to rise, support from donors has been instrumental in making this lifeline a reality for BlueCare families.

Thank you for reigniting meaning

Friday, 2nd Aug 24

From promoting a sense of self-worth to exercising cognitive abilities, the right activities can enrich daily life tremendously. BlueCare’s Dementia Squad of specialised team members witness this firsthand during their in-home respite visits across metro, rural and remote Queensland communities.

A gift that awakens the senses

Thursday, 1st Aug 24

Thanks to the generosity of Barbara Harper, BlueCare’s aged care residents now have a revitalised sensory garden that provides a multisensory experience to engage and delight.

A life of care and kindness

Thursday, 1st Aug 24

A former nurse and current beloved volunteer at BlueCare, Gwen has chosen to create an enduring legacy by leaving a gift in her Will to support elderly Queenslanders for generations to come.

Meet a Friend of BlueCare: Patricia

Monday, 12th Feb 24

Throughout her life, Patricia has enjoyed being part of local communities and contributing to their wellbeing. Patricia’s regular gifts to BlueCare enable her to continue this support and helping older Queenslanders to live life their way.

Building Bridges of Care: Empowering Fam...

Thursday, 8th Feb 24

It may come as a surprise to learn that two out of three people with dementia are living in our communities. Read about the profound impact your generosity has in helping to provide BlueCare’s transformative Dementia Care Services, which have become a lifeline for families of those living with dementia.

Stepping Up Safety: Preventing Falls wit...

Thursday, 8th Feb 24

Physiotherapist Dilpreed Bhandari, brings 10 years experience to BlueCare’s Pilgrim Aged Care Home in Kallangur. Working in residential aged care for the last four years, Dilpreed shares why falls prevention is so important and some exciting news about new equipment that will help reduce falls in our aged care facilities.

The Telehealth Cart: Dialling into High ...

Thursday, 8th Feb 24

In ageing communities where reaching GPs can be challenging, the Visionflex Teleheath Cart is a lifesaver. Your generous support has provided funding for multiple VTCs for facilities in regional and remote areas including Bundaberg, Toogoolawah, Kingaroy, Lowood, Hervey Bay and Brassall.

Asked & Answered with Kim Walford-Peters...

Thursday, 8th Feb 24

We asked BlueCare Operations Officer, Kim Walford-Petersen, about the new telehealth carts and how she seems them improving access to medical care for older Queenslanders.

Thank You: A Christmas Gift Update!

Thursday, 8th Feb 24

A huge thank you to all of our generous supporters who contributed to our recent Christmas Appeal. Your support has the power to make a significant difference by enabling BlueCare to provide in-home respite care for individuals living with dementia – and vital support for their dedicated caregivers. Additionally, it supports the training and development of our specialised dementia care teams.

A special gifts in Wills high tea

Monday, 5th Feb 24

We are so grateful for everyone who attended our high tea in September. Together we celebrated BlueCare’s past, present, and future, which is made possible by kind-hearted people choosing to leave a gift in their Will to BlueCare.