Training

Mighty Cares

Dec 11 2024 Updated December 16, 2024

Group Editor

1 min read

Mighty Cares provides mobile app based compliance training for the aged care workforce, using the power of neuroscience and games thinking to influence behaviour change.

Contact

Dr Michaella Richards

► Co-Founder
► www.mightyserious.com
► michaella@mightyserious.com

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