Making the move to residential aged care is a major milestone for those in later life. Getting the right support and knowing what to expect [...]

Creating a varied and dynamic programme of events and activities is part of what makes The Good Shepherd Home in Townsville, Queensland a vibrant place [...]

Research has shown that intergenerational activities offer a range of benefits for older people. The Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Townsville makes intergenerational events a [...]

The importance of diet and nutrition in general health and wellbeing is widely known, and it's no different for aged care residents. That’s why The [...]

Time spent outdoors has been shown to be highly beneficial for elderly people. The summer months, especially, are a time to enjoy the outdoors and [...]

The Good Shepherd Home provides short term respite and dementia care at our nursing home in Townsville, Queensland. Our approach is based on evidence that [...]

As one of the largest aged care providers in Townsville, The Good Shepherd Home understands how important family interactions are to our residents. This post [...]

Picking the right aged care facilities in Townsville can be a challenging task, but certain factors can help simplify the process. In this blog, we [...]

As a renowned aged care provider in Townsville, The Good Shepherd Home understands the important role that social interaction plays in the well-being and health [...]

Aged care homes in Townsville, like The Good Shepherd Home, are often misunderstood, leading to several myths surrounding aged care facilities. This post aims to [...]

The Good Shepherd Home in Townsville recognises the importance of spending quality time with elderly loved ones, including planning enjoyable excursions. This post offers practical [...]

Nestled in the heart of Townsville, The Good Shepherd Home emphasises the importance of seniors maintaining their independence. This piece sheds light on how our [...]