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The Deck is a clearing house for the housing and homelessness sector in Queensland.

It has emerged from significant interest across the sector including Government and community services, to improve access to research, tools and resources that strengthen practice and build knowledge.

The Deck was commissioned by the Queensland Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy (DCHDE) and Q Shelter has been funded as part of the Partnering for Impact strategy, to develop and deliver the project.

What Is The Deck?

A place to share best-practice information, resources, research, tools, jobs and events
A hub for collaboration between Queensland’s housing, homelessness and community sectors
A community working towards better outcomes for those experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity

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The impact of specialized medical equipment needs on shelter accessibility for homeless patients

When faced with unstable housing, health often becomes a lower priority for patients. The case in this study highlights how the requirement for specialized medical equipment can serve as an additional barrier to securing shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness.

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