Keeping Our Spirits Bright
This story, remarkable for its honesty and insight, remains anonymous at the request of the writer.
CatholicCare Offers Practical Support for Separating Families
The emotional toll for separating families is high. The process becomes increasingly complicated when trying to negotiate future arrangements for children and their parents. There are people who can help.
CareTalk: Good Leadership Begins With Me
Q I’m a new manager in a fairly large organisation and I’ve taken on a team that seems to be in constant conflict. I am sure the members have the skills to communicate better with each other, but I feel I need to begin with myself and work out the skills I need as a manager in order to help them. Where do I start?
A Refugee’s Story: Just Being Kept Alive Is Not a Life
My name is John Sandy. I came from Sierra Leone to Australia, as a refugee, in 2011. As a result of the conflict in my country, I was separated from my family, including my wife, for over 12 years.
Zero Discrimination Day: A Stand Against Marginalisation
Did you know that today, 1 March, is Zero Discrimination Day?
Advocating for Ability
Henry and Wendy Ponsen are two of the most caring people you are ever likely to meet. Parents of two sons, Andrew, a teacher, and Jonathan, born with an intellectual disability, they speak with such love about both their boys.
Assessing and Supporting Autism
One in 100 Australians has autism – and we have much to learn.
CareTalk: Permission to Grieve
Q. One of my dearest, lifelong friends died by suicide recently. Although we know he was struggling, there were never any signs that he would take his own life. In fact he was making travel plans for the future. It seems so sudden and I am devastated. How do I help myself get through this awful time as well as support his family?