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Walking into AQ’s Gordon Park Multi Service Centre on Brisbane’s northside, which offers 24-hour community respite, feels like stepping into an inviting, elegant home. The feeling of homecoming is precisely what design team lead Katerina Sparti set out to create “Our aim is to improve the function of the spaces, and also, to provide an …

Invigorating AQ Gordon Park Multi Service Centre through considered design Read More »

As we move into the summer months and out of the cold of winter, we are starting to think about the warm days and importantly the warm nights. Which is lovely however really hot weather particularly warm humid nights come with some risk for all of us but particularly as we age. One of these …

Keeping hydrated Read More »

For Karen Brown, cooking is more than just a job, it’s an expression of love and care. The chef recently celebrated 20 years at Garden City Aged Care Services, devoting her career to providing the best possible nutrition for residents. “It’s just something that I do,” she said, modestly. “I’ve always cooked and I love …

Karen Brown, the Culinary Virtuoso of Garden City Aged Care Services Read More »

This is a free service provided by the commonwealth government and it aims to help you resolve any concerns and to assist in navigating the aged care space.   An advocate is always on your side and will be guided by what you want and need. Importantly, they won’t talk to anyone unless you want …

OPAN – Older Persons Advocacy Network Read More »

Your treating doctor or pharmacist should supply you with relevant information about all medications that you are taking.   Antibiotics are not effective against viruses so do not be surprised if your doctor does not prescribe them. A few points about antibiotics that should be followed when they have been ordered for your illness, Take …

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One of the areas to consider when planning your care is the future medical treatment that you may or may not want to receive.   You can ensure your wishes are known by completing an Advanced Health Directive (or Advanced Care Plan) and once completed is a legal document that allows you to give directions …

Aged Care Planning: Steps, Tips & Support Read More »

Moving into aged care shouldn’t feel like moving into a cold, clinical environment – it should feel like coming home. AQ’s McNally House, at Upper Mt Gravatt, has been thoughtfully designed and curated to be elegant and warm, with the highest industry standards of design and care. It is a luxury home for older ladies …

McNally House; from the vantage point of the AQ Design Team Read More »

Registered nurse Wen Xiao is originally from China and speaks fluent Mandarin. It’s a skill she is using to help patients in Brisbane, particularly around the Upper Mt Gravatt and Sunnybank areas. “There’s a large Chinese population there, and they may face language barriers when it comes to accessing services, or they’re unfamiliar with the …

Bridging the Cultural Divide – Community Nursing Read More »

Exercise is a vital part of staying healthy in both body and mind, and for AQ residential care residents, exercise programs are part of their everyday living experiences. Physiotherapists Felicity and Vanessa co-ordinate classes with residents of AQ Garden City Aged Care including gym sessions at the AQ Health gym in Upper Mount Gravatt. “It’s …

Keeping active for longer – Why Physiotherapy is so important with age Read More »

Residents and their families at AQ Health’s Garden City Aged Care recently marked Father’s Day with a fun morning tea. Families arrived to see a decorated marquee and enjoyed spending time with each other in a festive environment. Norm enjoyed spending the morning with his daughters Sarah and Kate. It was an extra special day …

Celebrating life’s special moments Read More »