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How bus stop, fidget blanket improved lives of dementia patients
Dementia is the second-leading cause of death in Australia, which is why Adelaide nurse Liezel Fourie is so committed to making a difference to the lives of patients and their families. Source: The Southern Cross.
Faith and science clash in period mystery
In The Wonder, an English nurse is sent to rural Ireland to supervise an 11-year-old girl who has survived four months without eating through continual prayer. Source: Australian Catholics.
Vatican advances cause of Brazilian Archbishop Helder Camara
The Vatican has advanced the sainthood cause of the late Brazilian Archbishop Helder Camara, who may soon be called “venerable”. Source: NCR Online.
‘Hurry up, Lord’ and bring peace to Ukraine, Pope prays
The day after a missile landed in Poland near Ukraine’s border, sparking fears that NATO countries could be drawn into the war, Pope Francis made another appeal for peace. Source: NCR Online.
CRA welcomes decision to extend support for young people in care
Catholic Religious Australia has applauded the New South Wales Government’s decision to increase the age for support of young people in care to 21 years.
Palliative care ‘apostle’ Plane lands Senior Australian of the Year award
For former nurse Teresa Plane, being named the New South Wales Senior Australian of the Year for 2023 is a God-given opportunity to promote her passion for palliative care. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Vinnies NSW chief announces resignation
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW chief executive officer Jack de Groot has announced his resignation after six years leading the organisation’s response to the needs of people experiencing poverty and disadvantage.
Fundraiser for women raises $100,000 in one day
Caritas Australia’s “Women for the World” event brought Australians together to stand in solidarity with their sisters across the globe, raising $106,000 in just one day for programs supporting women and girls.
Funding boost for Good Sams’ crisis refuge for women and children
The Good Samaritan Inn’s vision to expand its residential services for women and children fleeing family violence or homelessness is edging closer to reality, thanks to a Victorian Government grant and a donation from Marist Sisters Australia. Source: The Good Oil.