Supported Care

19/11/2025

On 19 November we acknowledge the men in our homes, workplaces and communities. Many men continue to support others while saying very little about how they feel.

In Australia, su***de remains the leading cause of death for people aged 15 to 44. In 2024 there were 3,307 deaths by su***de and more than three quarters were men.
(Source: ABS and AIHW)

International Men’s Day is an opportunity for Supported Care to recognise these realities and to promote compassionate environments where men feel safe to slow down, speak openly and seek help when they need it.

Meaningful support can be simple.
1. Asking how someone is going
2. Creating time to listen without judgement
3. Reminding them they do not have to handle everything alone can help more than we realise.

It is OK to slow down. It is OK to say you are not OK. It is OK to ask for help.

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or MensLine Australia on 1300 78 99 78. In an emergency, call 000.

31/10/2025

We are proud to celebrate Toni Halloran and Michael Guillergan, Queensland Alliance for Mental Health finalists who represent the heart of Supported Care.

Toni and Michael represent our ongoing commitment to empowering individuals with psychosocial and complex needs to live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Their commitment shows how supported services foster independence, dignity and personal growth in nurturing and inclusive environments.

We continue to centre a service built on:

• Safety through trust and reliability
• Dignity upheld in every interaction
• Connection that encourages inclusion and belonging

We are proud to have Toni and Michael as our 2025 Finalists! We thank you!

Queensland Mental Health Commission
Queensland Mental Health Week
Open Minds

17/10/2025

Charlotte, Jamie-Lee and Toni recognised team members who make shifts safer and smoother. Thank you to everyone raising the standard each week.

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 2025 - A Reminder to Keep Going

Today is not just another date on the calendar.
It is a reminder to slow down, to listen, and to recognise that mental health is not a weakness to fix, but a part of being human to nurture.

Every one of us carries a story.
Some days it is light and full of laughter.
Other days it feels heavier than words can describe.
And for many, that weight is invisible, carried quietly while showing up, smiling, and pretending everything is fine.

So today, let us make space for honesty.
Let us make space for the people who keep going even when they are tired, anxious, grieving, or just trying to hold it all together.
Because that is strength.

1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health condition at some point.
But that statistic is not just a number.
It represents our colleagues, our friends, our residents, our families, and sometimes, it represents us.

If you take anything from today, let it be this:

- Connection is medicine.
- Kindness is prevention.
- Listening is intervention.

You do not need the perfect words to help someone.
You just need to be there, to notice, to ask, and to stay.

And if you are the one struggling right now, please know that you are not a burden.
You are not alone.
There is help, there is hope, and there are people who genuinely care.

If you need to talk, reach out:
📞 Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7)
📞 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (24/7)
📞 Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (24/7)
📞 QLife (for LGBTQIA+ support): 1800 184 527 (3pm–12am daily)
📞 13YARN (for First Nations support): 13 92 76 (24/7)
📞 Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 (24/7)

If it is an emergency, please call 000.

💚 Today, on World Mental Health Day, let us move beyond awareness.

Let us build communities where asking for help feels normal.
Where caring for mental health is not a campaign but a shared responsibility.
And where no one ever feels they have to walk alone.

25/09/2025

23/09/2025

12 Days Until Queensland Mental Health Week 2025!

We’re very proud to share that two of our own are finalists in the Queensland Mental Health Awards:

Michael Guillergan – Finalist for the Jeff Cheverton Individual Award, recognised for his daily dedication in supporting people with mental illness.

Toni Halloran - Finalist for the LGBTQIA+ Award, for her leadership and compassion in creating affirming and inclusive spaces.

✅ These awards celebrate remarkable efforts from individuals, organisations, schools and initiatives across many categories - from First Nations health, culturally diverse support, schools wellbeing, to lived experience excellence & more.

📅 Save the date: Friday 10 October 2025
📍 Brisbane City Hall - part of Queensland Mental Health Week

Read more about ALL the finalists: https://openminds.org.au/queensland-mental-health-awards/our-finalists/

openminds.org.au

18/09/2025

Living with Brain Injury: Every Story Matters
More than 700,000 Australians live with the lasting effects of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). The impacts are not always visible. They can include changes in memory, mood, movement, communication and daily routines.

At Supported Care, we specialise in providing housing and support for people living with ABI across Brisbane and South East Queensland. Our homes are calm, structured and designed to help residents rebuild confidence and independence with support tailored to their goals.

💛 Every person’s journey matters.

10/09/2025

It is a reminder that starting a conversation about how someone is really going should never be limited to just one day. Checking in with the people around us can happen anytime, and each time it matters.

💛 In the workplace with colleagues
💛 In the community with friends and neighbours
💛 Within our own families and circles of care

Whether it is tomorrow, next week or months from now, asking “R U OK?” reminds people they are seen, heard and valued.
Together, we can make everyday conversations the ones that change lives.

19/08/2025

We're working to make equity part of the way we do things every day. Not just written in policies, but reflected in how people experience work.

At Supported Care, our latest WGEA report shows a 3% gender pay gap and strong representation across our team. Still more to do, but proud of the direction we’re heading.

Read more:

While the national gap sits at 21.7%, Supported Care is doing things differently. Explore the bold moves we're making on equity, leadership, and inclusion in our latest WGEA report.