No age limit to empathy at Blackfriars
In a powerful show of compassion and community spirit, Blackfriars Priory School has turned its attention to one of life’s most difficult stages, proving that empathy knows no age limit.
In a powerful show of compassion and community spirit, Blackfriars Priory School has turned its attention to one of life’s most difficult stages, proving that empathy knows no age limit.
For nearly 25 years Franca Parente has been perfecting the art of listening with a kind ear and open heart as a pastoral care practitioner – providing support to those who are vulnerable and facing major health challenges. <br />
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It has been claimed that developing dementia is the biggest fear for Australians aged over 55 and statistics show it is the second leading cause of death in the country, which is why nurse Liezel Fourie is so committed to making a difference to the lives of patients and their families.
Calvary Adelaide Hospital nurse Liezel Fourie has been recognised as Catholic Health Australia’s 2022 Nurse of the Year.
A major part of the lives of many South Australians since 1900, Calvary has evolved and expanded over the years to meet the changing needs of the community.
A bronze-cast bust of Venerable Mary Potter has been installed in the foyer of the new Calvary Adelaide Hospital to remind staff, patients and visitors of the legacy of the founder of the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary.
The interaction of technology and orthopaedics was raised to the next level when Mako robot-guided surgeries were undertaken for the first time at the new Calvary Adelaide Hospital recently.
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