05/10/2026
For International Day of Older Persons at Casey Aged Care, we had the absolute honour of welcoming Dr. .palipana OAM as our special guest speaker. As a doctor, lawyer, scientist, and disability advocate (as well as the 2021 Queensland Australian of the Year), Dr. Palipana’s story is extraordinary! 🤩 He is the first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland, the second person with quadriplegia to graduate as a doctor in Australia, and the first Australian doctor with a spinal cord injury.
He was incredibly inspiring, sharing his personal journey of resilience, determination, and achievement. Our residents were deeply engaged and moved. 🌟
It was a beautiful way to celebrate older people and gave our residents a meaningful opportunity to connect with an exceptional Australian who continues to inspire so many. 🫶🥰