Bethany Christian Care: The Plains is a Christian organization located in Eight Mile Plains, Brisbane, offering a range of accommodation and care services for older individuals. The facility provides serviced apartments, independent living units, and aged care facilities on-site, ensuring a continuum of care as residents’ needs evolve. With a focus on person-centered care, Bethany Christian Care emphasizes decency, honesty, forgiveness, compassion, empathy, quality, humility, and kindness in all interactions.
The Plains features 74 independent living units, including detached homes, duplex-style residences, and boutique apartments with various amenities such as a central aged care courtyard, pool, playground, library for Bible study, singing groups, lounge rooms, and a community hall. Residents can participate in organized activities like morning teas and day trips facilitated by the residents’ committee, fostering a sense of community and connection among residents. The organization’s commitment to transparency is evident through annual meetings where financial statements and fee levels are presented, ensuring residents are informed and have a voice in village affairs.
With a history spanning over 70 years, Bethany Christian Care remains dedicated to providing loving communities for older individuals to enjoy abundant lives through authentic Christian care and support. As a not-for-profit public benevolent institution, the organization operates under the Religious, Educational, and Charitable Institutions Act, guided by principles of serving and honoring the Lord Jesus Christ. Through a team of dedicated staff, volunteers, and a network of local churches, Bethany Christian Care upholds its mission to enable older people to experience quality care, compassion, and a sense of belonging within a supportive Christian environment.