Welcome home
With 150 years’ experience, Anglicare Southern Queensland is one of Queensland’s most experienced and trusted aged care providers. Whether you need some support to stay living in your own home longer, or if the time has come to consider a move into residential aged care, we are here to support you and your family.
The care we offer in our residential aged care homes, responds to the diverse needs and choices of each of our residents. Our philosophy supports providing autonomy, dignity and encourages residents to form and strengthen partnerships of care.
Every room is designed to feel homely and with comfort in mind. Natural light and easy access to outdoor spaces create a peaceful environment where residents can feel at ease.
Your Home
All our residential aged care homes feature:
- 24/7 registered nurse support
- Dementia support
- Nutritious meals prepared fresh daily
- Social outings
- Visiting doctors and allied health support
- Tranquil landscaped gardens
- A range of lifestyle activities for residents to
enjoy
Our rooms are designed to be comfortable and homely. We invite residents to bring cherished personal items to make their room their own.
All our rooms provide ample natural light, storage and space, creating a serene and inviting environment where residents can rest, unwind and feel at home.
Your Care
Our standards of care are lived through the philosophy and principles of our Rhythm of Life care model – embracing the power of personcentred care. This means that the care each resident receives is tailored to their health, spiritual, social and individual needs, interests and passions.
Our Care Team meet with residents, families and other healthcare practitioners regularly to develop and review individual care plans, ensuring a high quality of care is provided to each resident.
We offer services including:
- Dementia support including specialist accommodation and life-enrichment programs
- 24-hour registered nurse support
- Visiting doctors and allied health professionals such as a physiotherapist, podiatrist, dentist, audiologist, speech therapist and dietitian.
We pride ourselves in delivering a high standard of care in line with the Aged Care Quality Standards set by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, with feedback and outcomes regularly monitored to ensure we continually improve our services and meet your expectations.
Your Lifestyle
Residents living in our residential aged care homes have plenty of opportunities to socialise and build meaningful relationships. Engaging in group activities, events and assisted outings, improve residents’ overall wellbeing, promotes social connections and a sense of community and belonging.
From dining rooms where residents can enjoy mealtimes in a homely setting with friends, libraries, fitness areas, landscaped gardens and group activities organised by our lifestyle teams; there’s always plenty to keep residents physically, mentally and socially active and engaged in their interests, in a supportive environment.
Meals
Seasonal menus are developed by our chefs in consultation with a nutritionist and resident feedback and are prepared fresh daily.
Many of our meals are inspired by our residents’ favourite recipes. We can cater to any dietary requirements including individual and cultural needs.
“We recognise our residents’ individual stories and are enriched by having them in our lives.”
Dementia Care
Creating an environment where residents feel safe, secure, heard and valued as an individual is at the heart of our dementia care principles. Our staff focus on getting to know each of our residents and tailoring a care plan to meet their unique needs.
Some aspects of our dementia care include:
- Participation in life-enriching activities
- Dementia-friendly living environment
- Plenty of natural light and access to the outdoors
- Exercise programs
- 24-hour registered nurses and access to specialists and geriatricians.
Our Homes
Trusted to be there.
As one of Queensland’s most experienced and trusted not-for-profit organisations, we have a proven reputation for delivering an exceptional standard of service to older members of our Queensland community and their families. Find out more
Is it time to talk about aged care?
Finding the right aged care home for you
You, or a loved one, may have received approval from the Aged Care Assessment Team to start looking for an aged care home, or perhaps you’re looking into your options now for when the time comes that you need to transition into a home. We understand there’s a lot to consider, so here’s our guide to choosing the right residential aged care home for you.
Cost, fees and government assistance
Moving to an aged care home is a big decision. It’s a new way of living, you’ll need to think about finance when you plan for your move. Let’s take a look at the fees, costs and government assistance available to help you transition to an aged care home of your choice.
Five signs it’s time to talk
If you’re supporting an older parent, grandparent or other loved one, you might not be sure when it’s the right time to start talking about residential aged care. Here are some common signs you may recognise that indicate home care may no longer be the best option for your loved one.