Kirsty Dempsey

With over 15 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Kirsty Dempsey is the at the heart of Empowered Living Choices’ medical and clinical excellence. As Medical Manager, she brings a wealth of knowledge, deep compassion, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring every client and staff member at ELC receives the highest level of care and support.

Kirsty’s dedication and impact in the healthcare industry were recognised when she was named a Top 3 Finalist in the Gold Coast Women in Business Futurist Award—a testament to her visionary leadership, forward-thinking approach, and relentless pursuit of excellence in disability care.

For Kirsty, nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling. She has always believed that every person deserves compassionate, expert care tailored to their individual needs, and she has built her career around that philosophy. At ELC, she has created a culture of clinical excellence and holistic support, ensuring that clients receive not just medical care, but a deep level of understanding, advocacy, and respect.

Kirsty is on call 24/7, ensuring that clients, families, and support staff feel safe, supported, and confident in their care. She takes the time to personally train and mentor every staff member, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide the exceptional, person-centred care that ELC is known for. Understanding that great support starts with great training, Kirsty leads comprehensive education programs for ELC staff, focusing on clinical best practices, emergency response, and person-centred care strategies. She ensures that every team member is not only technically skilled but deeply empathetic, reinforcing ELC’s mission to deliver excellence in disability support.

Her commitment extends beyond the clients—she is equally dedicated to ensuring that support workers feel valued, confident, and empowered. She provides ongoing monthly check-ups, in-shift training, and individual guidance to ensure both staff well-being and continuous improvement in service quality.

Kirsty’s impact at ELC is more than medical—it’s transformational. She bridges the gap between healthcare and disability support, ensuring that ELC participants receive the best possible care, with dignity, respect, and independence at the forefront. Her expertise, leadership, and tireless dedication make her an irreplaceable pillar of the ELC family.

For Kirsty, every client matters, every staff member deserves support, and every challenge is an opportunity to improve lives. Through her leadership, training, and unwavering commitment, she ensures that ELC isn’t just a provider—it’s a place where people truly thrive.