We care for people at every stage of life
Our mission
Our mission - together we witness God’s mercy and strive for justice in the delivery of compassionate care to our communities - is at the heart of all that we do. It is supported by our values, the behaviours we aspire to demonstrate every day in our quest to care for those in need.
Our values
Our values of compassion, hospitality, respect, innovation, stewardship and teamwork guide us in all that we do.
Our history
Learn about the founding of the Sisters of Mercy, the emergence of the Order in Australia and the evolution of Mercy Health as the modern face of the Mercy ministry in health, aged care and community services.
Research
Supported by Mercy Health's rich culture of innovation, our research communities are gaining worldwide recognition for their life-changing discoveries and promising research programs.
Our values in action
Zane describes ‘Care First’
Zane McKenzie gives his perspective on our services and what the Mercy Health model of care means for him.
Latest news
Prestigious Heart Foundation fellowship awarded to Mercy Perinatal researche
Improving health outcomes for women and babies through collaborative research at Mercy Health and the University of Melbourne.
Mercy Health O’Connell Family Centre celebrates 75 years of supporting parents
To mark the milestone, staff and families gathered at the centre to celebrate and anniversary pins were presented to staff in recognition of their dedication, and contribution. Long-serving Family Care Sisters, Sister Jill and Sister Michelle, attended the event alongside Sister Margaret Ryan, a Sister of Mercy and the first Director of Mercy Hospice. Founded…
Mercy Health School Outreach Clinic recognised with Catholic Health Australia Award
The work of Mercy Health is deeply rooted in the mission of its founder, Catherine McAuley, who dedicated her life to caring for poor women and children, by offering education, shelter, and healthcare.
Donate to the Mercy Health Foundation
You can help support Mercy Health initiatives such as the Mercy Health Breastmilk Bank, our Urgent Need Appeal, and research that improves health outcomes for people in need.
Providing feedback
We value feedback from the people we care for, including from your families, friends, carers, and the broader community. Find out how to register a concern, complaint or compliment, or make a suggestion for improvement at Mercy Health.
Latest news
Read the latest from Mercy Health, including what we’re doing in the community, information on general health developments, and other news from around our organisation.