Movement for Every Body this Women’s Health Week
Women’s Health Week (2 – 6 September) is your week to dive into the world of women’s health, to learn more and be inspired to make healthier choices. This Women’s Health…
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It’s National Child Protection Week
The aim of the week is to engage members of the community in supporting families and protecting children. In 2019 National Child Protection Week focus on introducing a ‘child development’…
Legal first boost for region – Free service welcomes Somali lawyer
West Heidelberg Community Legal Service lawyer Yusuf Mohamud improving access to justice for local Somali community. Read the full Leader Newspaper article here. Image: Leader Newspaper
We are refreshing our look…
You may have noticed a few changes around here – and we are pleased to present our new website! You will soon find that it is a lot easier to…
Independent living at home
I was seeing a physiotherapist before I saw Amanda, my complex care manager but I stopped because I thought I didn’t need to go anymore. Maybe I was too quick…
Supporting independent living
I like working with Adam. He’s quite a character, a proud Scotsman who grew up in Glasgow playing soccer with his six brothers. I think his overall passion for life…
Providing carer support for families
When I first met Eva, she just needed someone to listen as she talked through her situation and reflected on how her past carer experiences were impacting on her. As…
Continuity of care
Born in Spain, Rita and her husband, Jim, moved to Australia when their first child was a baby. Their second child was born in Australia. When the children were young…
Refugee support
I came to Australia as a refugee in 1999. I was one of the first people who joined the Somali Men’s Social Support Group when it started in 2004. Since…
Caring for the carers
Until I met Cathy, I had no idea that there were carer support workers who could help me. I care for my husband who has a chronic respiratory condition and…