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Do you need support during a difficult time? Or do you wish to offer your help to others? The following community organisations are providing community-based services to help people in need.
Those looking to volunteer can also register with Emergency Support Volunteering so that your contact details can be passed on to organisations that urgently require assistance. If you're more keen to offer support to your neighbours but don't know how to make that offer known, here are some simple ways that can help you connect with your neighbours.
Sydney Community Services
Ryde Vinnies Van Service
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Vinnies Vans are outreach services that provide meals and snacks, blankets, toiletries, hot beverages, wrap-around supports and, most importantly, companionship and referrals where needed to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Vinnies Van Times
Wednesdays from 6/12/23: 6 Jourbert St, Hunters Hill- 6.35pm - 7.05pm 1 Meyer Ave, Hunters Hill- 7.15pm - 7.45pm Cnr of Voctoria Rd and Salter Place – 7.50pm-8.15pm
With the lockdown in Sydney being extended, many people are facing difficult times and that can include putting food on the table for your family and for yourself.
The following community organisations provide food relief and will attempt to provide culturally appropriate food to people who use their service.
These organisations may also be able to assist:
Dementia Australia (formerly Alzheimer's Australia) is a unified, national peak body for people of all ages living with all forms of dementia, their families and carers. It is the leading organisation providing a voice for people impacted by dementia.
Assistance with people who are experiencing or at Risk of Homelessness.
While we're all taking extra precautions for community health and safety, there may be members within our community who need support. There are ways to help your neighbours such as picking up shopping, posting mail, sending them a greeting and so on. Let your neighbours know that you are offering them help by using a #ViralKindness card or send them a greeting with a Calling cards.
Download templates(PDF, 205KB) that you can print, cut out and distribute by slipping them under the door or into their letter box. Remember to wash your hands first!