Ballet takes centre stage at Mercy Place Fernhill
Residents were among the first in Victoria to experience Ballet4Wellbeing, a specially adapted seated ballet program that gives older Australians the chance to enjoy dance, regardless of their experience or ability. Led by former professional ballet dancers Aurelien Scannella and Sandy Delasalle, who have more than 35 years of combined experience, the program introduces residents…
From tears to trust: Mercy Health nurse takes trauma-informed medical care to the world stage
That question sits at the heart of Hugs and Drugs, an innovative Mercy Health initiative developed at Werribee Mercy Hospital, which is helping healthcare workers reduce trauma and improve the experience of little patients during procedures. Through age-appropriate communication, comfort positioning, parental involvement, pain relief and giving children choices wherever possible, the program helps patients…
Celebrating love, laughter and connection at Mercy Place Warrnambool
For Doug and Barb Peskett, their platinum wedding anniversary was a chance to celebrate seven decades together. For fellow resident Noeleen, personalised activities and technology are helping her enjoy familiar experiences and connect with those around her. Doug and Barb celebrate 70 years together Doug still remembers the first time he saw Barb. He was…
World-first caffeine trial for premature babies launched at Mercy Hospital for Women
Caffeine has been helping premature babies breathe for decades. The BabyCCINO trial will work out the perfect strength.
Anne Farla celebrates 100 years
There was plenty to celebrate at Mercy Health Harris Park recently, as much-loved resident Anne Farla marked her 100th birthday surrounded by family, fellow residents and staff.
Putting the person at the centre of dementia care
Dementia is often associated with memory loss, but its effects can extend to a person’s thinking, emotions, behaviour, personality and physical abilities. While every person experiences dementia differently, Mercy Health Dementia Clinical Nurse Consultant Ben Gatehouse says one principle should remain constant: see the person, not only the condition. Ben shared this message during Dementia…
Mercy Health expertise helping shape ethical AI governance across Australia
Dr Paul Jurman has been appointed as an External AI Expert on the Australian Catholic University AI Council, an Adjunct Professor of Practice at ACU, and the inaugural Chair of Catholic Health Australia’s AI Community of Practice. The appointments reflect growing interest in practical approaches to ethical AI governance and responsible adoption across Australian organisations….
Mercy Health breaks ground on integrated seniors precinct in Rosebud
The Mercy Health Rosebud Integrated Seniors Precinct will include 71 retirement living homes and 124 residential aged care suites, accommodating more than 200 residents when complete. The sod-turning ceremony brought together residents, families, staff and community members, and included a site blessing by Reverend Andrzej Madry, reflecting Mercy Health’s mission and longstanding commitment to providing compassionate care and service to older people. A new…
Mercy Hospital for Women appoints Dr Gillian Paulsen as Director of Medical Services
From medical student to Director of Medical Services: a lifelong journey of Mercy.
From tiny patients to tiny joeys: Mercy Hospital for Women incubator given a second life
In August, Mercy Hospital for Women donated two decommissioned neonatal incubators to zoologist Dr Robyn Coy, founder of Tarcombe Animal Shelter, whose 400-acre wildlife sanctuary was devastated by the Longwood bushfires in January. The fire tore through Robyn’s home and wildlife shelter, destroying her veterinary equipment and leaving her without the specialist equipment she relied…