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Bethesda Hostel and Childrens' Home (1976 - 1977)

  • Salvation Army Mothers' Home Rockhampton

    Salvation Army Mothers' Home Rockhampton, 1938
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From
1976
To
1977
Categories
Children's Home, Home, Hostel and Salvation Army

The Bethesda Hostel and Childrens' Home, in Rockhampton, was run by the Salvation Army. It opened in 1976. Previously it was known as the Bethesda Hostel. In 1977, it was renamed Bethesda Childrens' Home.

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Location

1976 - 1977
Address - Bethesda Hostel and Childrens' Home was situated at 58 Talford Street, Rockhampton. Location: Rockhampton

Timeline

 1902 - 1924 Glenties Rescue Home
       1924 - 1938 Glenties Mothers' Hospital
             1938 - 1968 Bethesda Mothers' Hospital
                   1968 - 1970 Bethesda Hospital and Hostel
                         1970 - 1976 Bethesda Hostel
                               1976 - 1977 Bethesda Hostel and Childrens' Home
                                     1977 - 1979 Bethesda Childrens' Home

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Publications

Books

  • Department of Families, Missing pieces: information to assist former residents of children's institutions to access records, State of Queensland, 2001. p.82. Details

Photos

Salvation Army Mothers' Home Rockhampton
Title
Salvation Army Mothers' Home Rockhampton
Type
Image
Date
1938

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Prepared by: Lee Butterworth