Welcome to Footprints Community
SAVE THE DATEFootprints Community Art Exhibition and Silent Auction brings together a diverse range of talented artists, including new, emerging and established artists. The event is a celebration of creativity in October and follows Queensland Mental Health Week. When: Thursday 19 October, 5pm – 9pm TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW THROUGH EVENTBRITEThe countdown has begun for the exhibition. CALLING ALL ARTISTSDo you want to exhibit and sell your artwork? |
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Care finder program has launched to support older AustraliansFootprints Community is proud to commence its care finder service program funded through the Australian Government’s Primary Health Network. The care finder service provides practical support for vulnerable older Australians to access aged care and community services. Footprints care finders provide intensive, personalised and locally specialised support as needed throughout much of Queensland and Northern NSW. Read our announcement and about our care finder program. |
WE WON AGAIN!Footprints Community is proud to announce the organisation recently won the Voice Project’s Best Workplace Award for 2023! This award recognises best workplaces, excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce. This is the second time Footprints has received this award. Read about the award. |
Reflect Reconciliation Action PlanWe are proud to share Footprints has an approved Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan reviewed and approved by Reconciliation Australia. Read the Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. |
| Coronavirus Awareness
In these changing times we continue to adapt how we support our clients and staff. There may be disruption to some services caused by COVID-19 restrictions and we make every effort to keep our clients informed of any changes. It is important to remember we all need to stay informed and follow the directions of Queensland Government. During these times avoid unnecessary risks, maintain social distancing and infection control, and always ask for assistance if you need it. Read how Footprints is responding to COVID-19. |
What we do
Aged Care Services (ACS)
Helping you to remain well and independent in your home
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Helping you to plan for your future
Mental Health Services
Helping you on your journey to wellness
Community Services
Helping you to remain connected to the community
Housing Support and Homelessness
Helping you to remain in your home and / or connect to essential services
Navigating your way through the maze that is Aged Care can be very daunting, but we are here to help you make sense of it all. We know that you would like to be able to choose how your Home Care Package will look, and we can help to make this happen.
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Domestic Assistance
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Transport and Social Support
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Home Support
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Allied Health and Nursing
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Centre Based Activities
Footprints is a registered provider of services under the NDIS. We offer services tailored to meet your needs and the supports funded in your NDIS Plan. If you have an NDIS plan, you can contact us about putting your plan into action and about the services, you may need.
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Support Coordination
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Therapy Services
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Social and Community Participation
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Daily Life
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Light Street Centre – Centre Based Activities
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Learning and Skill Development
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Accommodation and Housing Support
Here at Footprints we have a dedicated and professional team of staff with diverse qualifications and skills set. Footprints Mental Health Services provides a range of programs that are tailored towards adults aged 18 years and over, who are living with or experiencing Mental Health conditions.
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Case Management, Work and Peer Support
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Recovery focused supports
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Information and Advocacy
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Outreach services
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Social, sporting and recreational supports
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Assistance with housing
Footprints are committed to delivering quality community based supports for adults that are living in their own home or at risk of homelessness. Some of our specific programs are tailored to those living with chronic health conditions and those that are not eligible for NDIS supports.
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Care Coordination
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Housing Assistance
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Community Access and Inclusion
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Support Services
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Assistance with Household Tasks
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Personal Care
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Group and Social Support
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Transport
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Allied Health
Footprints offers housing support and homelessness assistance over a number of programs. We all know and appreciate that secure housing is a fundamental right for all Australians. Socially, a house provides a safe and stable base for raising a family, enjoying retirement, and for fostering a sense of belonging.
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Housing Assistance
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Assistance with Household Tasks
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Support Services
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Mobile Shower and Laundry Bus
I truly feel part of Footprints and just love the clients as we all learn from each other. The staff acknowledge us as part of the team and that is a gift in itself. The reward for me is knowing that at the end of each day, I might have made a difference.