About

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Mutkin Residential and Community Care is a not for profit community-controlled organisation, situated south east from Cairns in Far North Queensland. We are a Commonwealth subsidised and accredited aged care facility providing residential care and community care services to the Yarrabah Community and surrounding areas.

Our Programs

  • Commonwealth Home Support Program
  • Residential Aged Care
  • Support at Home
  • Service Provider for NDIS
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Our Mission

Guided by our Elders, we deliver culturally rich aged and community care on Country that respects individual choice and nurtures strong family and community connections.

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Our Vision

To lead the way in culturally respectful, innovative care that grows with the needs of our Elders and community, while strengthening connection to culture, family and Country.

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Values

Looking After Our People:
We look after our people by growing skills, confidence, and leadership, so care is safe, respectful, and done the right way.

Keeping Culture Strong:
We support our people to live their way, staying connected to culture, family, community, and traditional practices.

Working As One:
We work together as one, showing respect, helping each other, and sharing responsibility for good care.

Listening, Learning, and Doing Better:
We listen to our community, welcome feedback, and keep learning so our care stays strong, safe, and right for each person.

Doing the Right Thing/Doing Right:
We take responsibility for our work, show up every day with honesty, and earn trust through our actions.