June 2021
Aged Care
A gem of a staff member
A very 'ruby' celebration for Trinder Park staff member, Joanne Heidenreich! Joanne (pictured with Service Manager Maria Mulheran) started…
Our Stories
May 2021
Aged Care
Orana and Tabeel share leftover COVID-19 vaccine with local community
We’re delighted to report that our aged care services Orana in Kingaroy and Tabeel in Laidley recently completed their…
May 2021
Aged Care
New staff qualifications
Congratulations to our 18 aged care staff who recently completed their Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead qualification. As…
April 2021
Aged Care
Lest we forget – St Paul’s, Caboolture
A moving ANZAC Day ceremony was held for residents at St Paul's aged care and retirement living. Residents, including…
April 2021
Aged Care
War years through eyes of a nurse
Injured soldier Walter Pearce had many hours to observe the nurses at the Atherton Tablelands hospital where he was…
April 2021
Aged Care
Changes underway for aged care
Video message from our CEO Nick Ryan here The final report from the Aged Care Royal Commission has called for fundamental change and sets out a comprehensive…
April 2021
Aged Care
Easter bonnets in the park
Last week participants in the Active Ageing Biloela program put on their Easter Bonnets and attended an Easter Egg-stravaganza…
March 2021
Aged Care
Final Report of Aged Care Royal Commission
The Federal Government released the Aged Care Royal Commission’s final report on 1 March 2021. Lutheran Services supports the…
February 2021
Aged Care
What is Hospital Chaplaincy?
By Hospital Chaplain Cathy Brown In essence hospital chaplaincy is being a compassionate, listening presence. Patients may be struggling…
February 2021
Aged Care
A welcome on their new path
Women from all walks of life come to Mary & Martha's domestic violence refuge to escape domestic and family…
February 2021
Aged Care
Why Hospital Chaplaincy?
Carolyn Bade is relishing her new volunteer role as Hospital Chaplain at Hervey Bay Hospital. "It's a way (to…
January 2021
Aged Care
Creativity and inclusivity go hand in hand at Lutheran Services
Inclusivity and access are key words in the disability and aged care space. While access can be ensured with…
December 2020
Aged Care
Christmas is GREAT news
Bishop Paul Smith shares his joyous Christmas message! www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1790100081149352
December 2020
Retirement Living
Christmas fun with the kids
The residents at our Immanuel Gardens and Zion Gympie communities are getting into the spirit with some special friends!…
December 2020
Aged Care
Welcome service for new Chaplain
We are delighted to introduce our newest chaplain Marie Thomas who will soon be installed as a permanent part-time…
November 2020
Aged Care
The Sew and Sews thread up
With just a few weeks until Christmas, St Paul's Aged Care residents are turning their minds to celebrating and…
November 2020
Disability
Cooking up a performance
Lee Jenkins loves the kitchen, mixing and making in equal measure. Lee, a client at Keystone Disability Centre at…
November 2020
Aged Care
Remembrance Day
This morning all of our services joined the rest of Australia in holding a one minute silence to commemorate…
October 2020
Aged Care
A dog’s life for two tiny pups
Not many rulers of kingdoms are less than a year old. It seems Alfie and Coco – two tiny…
October 2020
Disability
NRLS’s Scott Prince hosts with Keystone Footy Show
When COVID-19 hit and put the NRL season on hold, the footy mad team at Keystone Centre, Woodridge started…
August 2020
Home Care
Connecting Sunshine Coast seniors is child’s play
In 2019, Lutheran Services embarked on an exciting intergenerational initiative to bring together elder citizens and young children in…
August 2020
Aged Care
Hand signals for in-training Aurora
Aurora is always welcomed by residents at Orana Aged Care in Kingaroy when she makes a visit with owner…
July 2020
Aged Care
Stitched with love
Sewing skills and COVID down time have been put to good use. St Paul’s resident Valerie Gadsby was part…
July 2020
Aged Care
Thanks to our staff
Lutheran Services was pleased to be able to thank staff recently for their enormous efforts during the COVID pandemic.…
June 2020
Aged Care
Three cheers from Orana Aged Care
Several of our staff from Orana Aged Care in Kingaroy share some cheery thoughts for staying connected – along…
June 2020
Aged Care
A message from Bishop Paul Smith
A message of thanks from Bishop Paul Smith to our care givers on behalf of all Lutheran congregations in…
June 2020
Aged Care
Pleased to meat you
Meet Nugget - Immanuel Gardens Aged Care's youngest resident (not counting the chickens). Nugget the Labrador turned four recently…
June 2020
Aged Care
Hiking and music key to long life
Marlies Green celebrated 100 years young recently, celebrating the milestone birthday surrounded by loved ones, residents and staff at her…
May 2020
Aged Care
Walk this way
Lace-ups, leopard print and stripes. Just an average pair of socks for staff at Tabeel Aged Care. Much to…
May 2020
Retirement Living
Hugs from kindy kids
A good hug is a wonderful thing. A virtual hug fits the bill these days. Kindy kids from a…
May 2020
Aged Care
A purl of a knitter
A lovely knitting friend from St Andrew's Lutheran Church in Spring Hill has used her quiet time to stitch…
April 2020
Retirement Living
Big cheers all round
During times like this, we are proud to be part of a community that deeply cares for one another.…
April 2020
Retirement Living
Father’s medals worn proudly
Alondra resident Chris Kirton was pleased to wear her father's war service medals at last weekend's ANZAC Day memorial.…
April 2020
Aged Care
Smallpox memories akin to COVID-19
It’s often said the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented, but some people have longer memories than that. When asked if…
April 2020
Aged Care
ANZAC ceremony
Tabeel aged care residents laid a wreath for the fallen – Lest we Forget. Staff picked rosemary from the…
April 2020
Aged Care
Bocce o’clock
Happy hour with bocce has been a big hit with Wahroonga Aged Care residents. Wahroonga Creative Programs Coordinator Amanda…
April 2020
Youth and Family
Getting school ready
Intercept Youth & Family delivered 21 Stay @ Home kits to young people and their families via non-contact drop…
April 2020
Aged Care
First ever Facetime
Joan spoke to her family using FaceTime – a first for the tech-shy Salem resident. She’s a convert now!…
April 2020
Aged Care
Close-knit community
Although we are currently encouraged to be physically apart, technology is helping our residents remain close to their loved…
April 2020
Aged Care
Pen pals for good
If you listened in to ABC Brisbane recently, you may have heard Sandi Woo speak about the importance of…
February 2020
Retirement Living
Students and seniors connect on the Sunshine Coast
Age truly is just a number at Lutheran Services' Immanuel Gardens as residents at the retirement community team…
December 2019
Youth and Family
Intercept wins Community Group of the Year
Lutheran Services' Intercept Youth and Family Service has taken home the 2019 Moreton Bay Region Business Excellence and Innovation…
November 2019
Aged Care
Never too old to fly
Betty and Sylvia from Zion Aged Care at Nundah prove you're never too old to fly. They experienced iFly…
October 2019
Retirement Living
Alondra Residences now open
With 52 apartments, 3,400 plants, rooftop gardens, a licensed café and an in house concierge, Alondra is now operational!…
September 2019
Disability
Graceville – new program helps clients navigate the NDIS system
Lutheran Services’ Graceville staff in Nambour are piloting a program to help clients navigate the NDIS system. Community Services…
September 2019
Aged Care
Wahroonga – Biloela becomes a dementia friendly town
Lutheran Services recently teamed up with a myriad of local organisations in Biloela to become a dementia friendly town.…
August 2019
Aged Care
St Andrews – Jan’s great gift
Special thanks to St Andrews resident Jan who has raised over $900 over the past 18 months for Lutheran…
August 2019
Aged Care
Trinder Park – Alice in Trinderland performance delights
Residents and staff at Lutheran Services’ Trinder Park Retirement Living and Aged Care Community took a journey down the…
April 2019
Disability
Keystone – Hip Hop Inclusion project builds bridges
Hip Hop Inclusion grew out of Lutheran Services' Confusion Inclusion dance project. It has brought together dancers from the…
March 2019
Retirement Living
Alondra – building continuing in Nundah
Building on Lutheran Services’ 52 apartment Nundah retirement living residence Alondra is continuing, with a new display apartment now…
February 2019
Aged Care
Zion – Congratulations to Ruth on her 100th birthday
Ruth from Zion Aged Care at Nundah turned 100 recently and celebrated in style with family and friends. Pictured…
February 2019
Aged Care
Wahroonga – Volunteer wins Banana Shire Council award
Congratulations to Allan Tappin, one of our valued volunteers at Wahroonga in Biloela, for receiving the “Volunteer Award 2019”…
February 2019
Aged Care
St Paul’s – Community celebrates hall launch
This week, the new St Paul’s Community Hall was officially opened in Caboolture. Resident and Pastor Colin Scheer, pictured…
December 2018
Aged Care
Merry Christmas from Lutheran Services
From us to you – Merry Christmas. Wishing you a joyous day spent with loved ones.
December 2018
Aged Care
Trinder Park – Simba the star at Trinder’s volunteer party
Trinder Park held its annual volunteer thank you party this month with a canine volunteer stealing the show. Simba…
November 2018
Aged Care
Orana – Residents get crafty for hilltop markets
The South Burnett hills came alive with the sound of music and festive activities this month when Orana Retirement…
November 2018
Aged Care
Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety
AGED CARE ROYAL COMMISSION: ORGANISATIONAL STATEMENT Words by Lutheran Services’ Interim Chief Executive Officer John De Angelis Lutheran Services…
November 2018
Disability
Keystone – NDIS explained
The NDIS rollout has been occurring across Brisbane, Beenleigh and Robina in the last half of this year. Lutheran…
October 2018
Aged Care
St Paul’s – Residents recall Pastime Memoirs
Pastime Memoirs was a performance by the St Paul’s aged care residents at Caboolture, shared with family, friends and…
October 2018
Disability
Keystone – Dance crews combine for performance
This month, clients and staff of the Keystone Centre and the Endeavour Foundation performed “A Musical Matinee” – creative…
October 2018
Aged Care
Why aged care residents need their pets
Research has found that pets can add significantly to people’s quality of life, regardless of age. Lutheran Services agrees. …
October 2018
Aged Care
Immanuel Gardens – Sound of Symbols
Immanuel Gardens residents this month relived their memories of yesteryear in a performance called The Sound of Symbols. The…
September 2018
Disability
Trinity – Creative program kicks off
Trinity Disability Service on the Gold Coast has started a new program to help women learn about their health…
September 2018
Aged Care
Immanuel Gardens – School visits create new friendships
Regular visits from the local Cabooolture Kindergarten to St Paul’s Aged Care means new friendships are being forged, despite…
September 2018
Aged Care
Tabeel – Trio of green thumbs get a win
Tabeel Aged Care residents Allan Goos, Brian Harvey and Jeff Zahnow recently took out the top three places for…
August 2018
Aged Care
Zion – Art show shines again
The creative talents of Zion Aged Care residents, and the local community, were again on display at the Zion…
July 2018
Aged Care
Trinder Park – Trinder’s got talent
From skits involving synchronised swimming (without the pool) to choir singing and ukulele playing, staff and residents at Lutheran…
July 2018
Aged Care
Zion – Friends of 54 years launch campaign
As best friends for half a century, Margot and Tina met when they were just 20 years old in…
April 2018
Disability
Keystone – Dance knows no borders
TWO dance crews from disability groups in Logan and Japan took to the Butter Box Theatre stage in a…