Month: May 2025
Bridging now to next – CatholicCare’s commitment to reconciliation
Each year, National Reconciliation Week invites all Australians to reflect on the journey of reconciliation - what it means, why it matters, and how we can take meaningful steps forward.
Susan gives back to others with dementia
“I thought there was a chance I may get Alzheimer’s one day, but what I didn’t expect was to receive a diagnosis in my 50s. It was a surreal feeling because I felt fine, and I still do. But that’s the thing with Alzheimer’s. You think you’re fine, but the rest of the world knows you’re not.”
Companionship and travel tales keep Esther going
Once a fortnight, Esther is visited by volunteer Lynn - her little piece of solace as they gather over hot cups of tea and talk about books, politics, television programs and travel.
A new home and a new beginning
For many years, Trent had lived in community housing with his two sons, 22 year old Alex and 15 year old Marcus. When it came to parenting, Trent had all the right intentions, but his chronic isolation, depression and substance use saw him spiral into a difficult place.
We welcome Pope Leo XIV
In a historic moment for the global Catholic community, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the papal name Pope Leo XIV.
A self-care guide for mums – Mother’s Day 2025
As Mother’s Day draws near each year, many mums feel an increase in mental load. This Mother’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of self-care ideas.
Jubilee 2025 – what it is and how to participate
Pope Francis has declared 2025 a Jubilee Year. A Jubilee Year occurs once every 25 years in the Catholic Church, and it is a year dedicated to pilgrimage, thanksgiving and forgiveness.