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EM Tooth Residential Aged Care

Out & About Torres Strait Islander elder wearing a brown check shirt and red neck scarf Out & About

Meet E.M. Tooth Residential Aged Care home resident, Walter

Meet Walter, a resident at our E.M. Tooth Residential Aged Care Home on Brisbane’s bayside. Originally from the Torres Strait Islands, he is an avid storyteller and poet, sharing heartwarming tales of his childhood and the vibrant culture he grew up in. He also speaks fondly about his three children and his community at E.M Tooth. Having travelled widely for his work in teaching and with the Department of Aboriginal Affairs, Walter brings a wealth of experiences and perspectives to his storytelling