Uniting SA

We’re very excited to celebrate the launch of our latest Affordable Housing Development in Kidman Park.

Five new three-bedroom townhouses will now be home to individuals and families on low to moderate incomes and experiencing various living challenges.

The development is in a prime location, and just a short walk from schools, shops and public transport - perfect for the new tenants who are excited to settle in and create a home and new future.

Congratulations to everyone involved! We’d also like to extend a special thank you to SA Housing Authority for their involvement and support.

This is the latest housing development in our pipeline as we work to help alleviate the ongoing housing crisis.

Only one more day to register your interest in joining our two new Aged Care advisory committees 📅

We're looking for aged care residents, clients, their carers and family members who'd like to offer a lived experience perspective into how we can improve the quality of aged care services.

Head to our website for membership requirements and to express your interest: https://ow.ly/m1N650Q4mNh

Calling all Aged Care residents, Help at Home clients, carers and family members!

Use your lived experience and feedback to influence the quality of aged care services at UnitingSA.

We are establishing two advisory committees – the Client Advisory Committee (CAC) and the Quality Care Advisory Committee (QCAC) who will meet at least twice annually.

If you're interested in joining, head to our website to view membership requirements and express your interest 👉 https://ow.ly/GfaM50Q4mLQ

Looking for a Christmas gift made with love? Head to the Garden Gift Stall at Westminster Village Aged Care on Saturday 25 November from 1:30pm - 3:30pm🌱🌸

Our Green Thumbs group of residents, volunteers and staff members have thoughtfully made everything for sale. All proceeds will help to fund future Green Thumbs projects.

There'll be potted plants, herbs, terrariums and more! Cash payments only please.

We're searching for an NDIS Support Worker.

This is a great opportunity to join our dynamic team and make a difference by empowering individuals in the southern suburbs.

Find out more and apply here: bit.ly/46ZKmuT

It's less than 50 sleeps until Christmas! 🤩🎄

Are you looking for a way to give back this festive season? Join our growing team of Community Collectors who help us provide gifts, food and essential items for South Aussies in need.

How does it work?
1️⃣ Head here to register your workplace, church, group or school: https://ow.ly/qUS050Q4tSq
2️⃣ Invite people to collect for a cause
3️⃣ Let the gifts, food and essential items flow in
4️⃣ Drop off the donations to our Emergency Relief centre in Port Adelaide ahead of Christmas
5️⃣ Celebrate! ✨ You've helped us for those in need.

Head here for more ways to support our Christmas Appeal: https://unitingsa.com.au/donate/christmas-appeal/

Here's your opportunity to be a part of improving Aged Care...

We are establishing two new advisory committees to help us better engage with clients, their family members and carers of our residential and community aged care services🤝

If you're interested in providing a lived experience perspective to influence the quality of our aged care services, head to our website for membership requirements and to express your interest in joining 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ https://ow.ly/i4x550Q4mk1

We were so excited to be part of Tauondi Aboriginal College's 50th Birthday Celebrations last week.

Our NDIS team helped keep everyone busy with a dinosaur keyring activity and plenty of UnitingSA goodie bags.

Thanks to all who dropped by. Happy birthday Tauondi! 🎈

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… but not for everyone.

DONATE TODAY at https://unitingsa.com.au/christmas and together we can make Christmas possible.

As we count down to the most wonderful time of the year, we are reminded that the festive season can be difficult for many in our community.

UnitingSA's Christmas Appeal is calling for cash donations, new toys and gifts as we prepare for a drastic rise in demand as cost of living pressures continue to soar and the festive season only exacerbates the distress felt by too many vulnerable South Australians.

Give the gift of wonder, hope and joy this year to someone doing it tough. 🎁

On the last day of Anti-Poverty Week, we'd like to introduce you to Lynn-Maree, a Financial Counsellor at UnitingSA.

Financial Counselling is a free service for anyone looking to ease their financial stress. You'll find Lynn-Maree helping clients plan their budget, negotiate with creditors, and organise debt and loan repayments.

“To provide advocacy to support those most vulnerable is truly amazing!”

We're so grateful for Lynn-Maree's dedication. We'd also like to say a big thank you to all of our team members involved in Anti-Poverty programs at UnitingSA. You're making an incredible difference. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/1jrV50PWWpK

Mandi and Layne from our Kadina Mental Health Services team were grateful to have the opportunity to meet with Nadia Clancy MP this week.

Meaningful discussions were held, with a focus on the lack of support options and barriers to access experienced by South Australians living in regional areas.

Thank you Nadia for taking the time to listen. improve the lives of people living with mental health concerns.

Plenty of fun was had at our community event today! It was fantastic to see so many local families gathered for a Acknowledgement of Country, kite activities, mural painting, hula hoop making, hand puppets and more. Let’s not forget the Paint the Town REaD mascots who sang songs, read stories and shared cupcakes.

Children’s Week is held annually to recognise and celebrate the needs of children. The 2023 theme was 'children and young people have the right to have fun in the way they want to'.

Thanks to the City Of Charles Sturt, City of Port Adelaide Enfield, DHS Safer Family Services CDCs in the West and Family by Family for collaborating with us to deliver this great event.

Children's Week SA

Join us in celebrating Children's Week! Don't forget about the free community event, this Thursday, 26 October.

Come along to MJ McInerney Reserve, Sackville Street, West Croydon, and join local families for a morning of fun activites and entertainment.

To RSVP or for more event details, visit https://bit.ly/49jp651

Everyone is welcome at Taperoo Community Centre, where we help people of all ages and backgrounds develop new skills in a friendly environment. Plus, our courses are all $5 or under! 🤩

Singing, board games, guided relaxation, meals on a budget and creative Christmas crafts are just a few of the offerings in our Term 4 timetable.

View the full schedule here 📅 https://ow.ly/QVeo50PZvvW

Register for a course by calling 8248 2122 or drop by 14-20 Yongala Street, Taperoo to chat to our friendly team.

Meet Sneha, a valued No Interest Loans team member we'd like to recognise during Anti-Poverty Week 2023.

The No Interest Loans Scheme provides ‘interest’ and ‘fee’ free loans to individuals, families or couples living on a lower income. The loans can be used for household furniture and appliances, health and wellbeing, education and employment essentials, housing, vehicles and transport.

"I love this role as it inspires me to learn. I receive great satisfaction from a role that allows me to make a small difference to someone's life".

To find out more about our No Interest Loans, visit https://ow.ly/Yxzo50PWWm9

It's Anti-Poverty Week and our some of our friendly team members are set up outside Coles at Port Adelaide Plaza. Come down before 4pm to say hello, learn more about UnitingSA's services and grab some freebies!

Wrapping up a fantastic day at our Awakening Compassion Conference.

Nathan May Music moved us all with his songs.

We’ve received inspiring presentations from
Dr Gill Hicks AM MBE and Professor Nicholas Van Dam.

Our final panel with Dr Gill Hicks AM MBE, Mary Freer and Dr Michael Paterson discussed an all important question - how do we actually make meaningful change?

It’s been an inspiring day!

Halfway through our Awakening Compassion Conference and we have learned invaluable lessons from Mary Freer and Dr Michael Paterson.

Sandy Pitcher, Rebecca Graham and John Mannion have also come together to discuss the importance of compassion alongside collaboration.

Today is the day! We are very excited for our inaugural Awakening Compassion Conference.

At Adelaide Oval, we’re ready to learn from an expert range of speakers who are putting compassion front and centre.

Will McDonald, UnitingSA CEO, Jenny Hall, and Chris Picton MP are getting us started.

The Voice to Parliament referendum has brought to the surface a diversity of views.

There have been increased opportunities to listen deeply and have conversations about how we can enable First Nations people to have a say in the decisions that directly impact First Peoples and their communities.

As an organisation, we will continue to stand alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as we journey towards closing the gap and reconciliation, particularly through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

Please look out for one another during this time and remember these support services are here if you need them:
➡ 13 Yarn offers 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people.
➡ Lifeline offers crisis support and su***de prevention

During Anti-Poverty Week, we want to introduce you to some of our team members who make a difference every day.

Meet Fabio, Financial Counsellor and Project Officer for Communities for Children.

Communities for Children provides early childhood development initiatives that support the health and early development needs of children aged 0 to 12 years.

“In both of my roles, I’m privileged to empower individuals and families to overcome social disadvantages. I am able to care for their personal wellbeing and contribute to a brighter future for our entire community.”

Thank you Fabio for your incredible work. Find out more about UnitingSA's Anti-Poverty programs here: https://ow.ly/HM0E50PWWiY

The Lefevre Peninsula Family Expo at the Lefevre Community Stadium is on again tomorrow, Saturday 14th of October from 10am.
Bring the whole family along, there is something for everyone.
A wonderful free event put on by the City of Port Adelaide Enfield.

Stall holders include Workforce Australia Local Jobs - Adelaide North, IntoJobs, Hessel Group, Sapol, BAE Systems Australia, Employment Plus, Asuria Australia, Uniting SA, Kura Yerlo Inc, North Haven Surf Life Saving Club, Largs Bay Swim Centre, Semaphore Centrals Netball Club, Largs Bay RSL Sub Branch, KFC, McDonald's, Lefevre Uniting Church, Port Adelaide District Hockey Club, Anglicare SA, Largs Bay RSL Gymnastics Club Inc, Goodstart Early Learning Osborne, Taperoo Community Centre, Port Church, Glanville Par 3 Golf Course, Port Adelaide Obedience Dog Club, Sun of Africa Drum & Dance Ensemble, and more.....

The Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo has begun!

Say hello to our NDIS, Aged Care and Housing teams, who can help connect you with the right UnitingSA services to help you live your best life.

We'll be at the Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showgrounds, today and tomorrow from 10:00am to 3:30pm. Tickets are free!

More details here: https://dalexpo.com.au/

This Mental Health Month, we're collaborating with Diamond House Clubhouse to host the 🎭 Demystifying Mental Health Masquerade Party 🎈 The event seeks to cast away the masks that conceal the reality of mental health challenges and shine a light on the importance of understanding.

Join event MC and UnitingSA Mental Health Services Coordinator, Robert Habel, as we celebrate unity and resilience.

📅 Friday, 27 October 2023
⌚ 6.30pm – 9.30pm
📍 2 Cleave Street, Port Adelaide

Tickets are just $25 for an evening of captivating live entertainment, a silent auction, dancing, food and drinks! Book your tickets here: https://ow.ly/XCUs50PVSpZ

Mental Health Coalition of South Australia

Demystifying Mental Health Masquerade Party "Unmask the Stigma, Reveal the Hope" Diamond House & Uniting SA in collaboration presents our annual fundraiser

UnitingSA Aged Care Chef Managers recently attended the Maggie Beer Foundation training program at Sprout Cooking School & Health Studio. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, the program aims to educate chefs and cooks to improve the dining, food and nutritional outcomes for older Australians in aged care.

Once training was complete, our chefs were treated to a practical cooking class with Maggie Beer herself, learning more about nutrition and the dining experience!

We’re searching for a Documentation Registered Nurse.

This is an exciting opportunity, which includes assisting with assessment, planning and implementation of care.

Does this sound like you?

Find out more and apply via bit.ly/3FbEMct

📢 Today is your last chance to secure tickets to our Awakening Compassion Conference on 18 October! 📢

Join us in revolutionising the health and care sectors by elevating the role of compassion.

A not-to-be-missed opportunity to network, learn, lead and innovate.

TICKET SALES CLOSE 5PM TODAY ⏳ https://bigfishevents.eventsair.com/uniting-sa-conference/registration/Site/Register

Grandies Playgroup is running extra sessions to keep you busy during school holidays! 🙌

Seniors with grandchildren or little ones in their lives are welcome to join us for FREE intergenerational play and socialising.

Upcoming sessions:
• Friday 6 October, 9:30-11am
• Wednesday 11 October, 9:30-11am
• Friday 13 October, 9:30-11am

For more info please contact Luca 0499 849 978 or Findon Community Centre (08) 8408 1111.

TICKET SALES CLOSE FRIDAY for the Awakening Compassion Conference.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from experts and practitioners from around the world who are putting compassion front and centre and getting great results.

With just a few tickets remaining, book now and be a part of the movement that's Igniting the Future of Healthcare.

BOOK NOW: https://bigfishevents.eventsair.com/uniting-sa-conference/registration2023

This is an event you don’t want to miss!

UnitingSA is joining in the conversation this Mental Health Month!

We teamed up with the Mental Health Coalition of South Australia in a new online video encouraging us to think of the different ways we can ease people into a discussion about their mental health.

Watch the video and read more about this year's Mental Health Month theme here: https://unitingsa.com.au/unitingsa-is-joining-in-the-conversation-this-mental-health-month/

We are incredibly proud of the outcomes achieved through our collaborative Pennington Project and to top it off, it took out the Excellence in Community Housing Award on Friday night!

A big shout out to our project partners at Unity Housing and Westside Housing Company Ltd., and to the award organisers at the Community Housing Industry Association of South Australia.

From improved pedestrian safety and recreation areas, to upgraded landscaping and a wonderful Community Street Library, this project shows what can be achieved when we work together to support tenant engagement across our community. Congratulations all!

UnitingSA welcomes the final report of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, which was today publicly released.

We recognise the strength of the thousands of people with disability, and their families, who courageously shared their stories of appalling discrimination, violence and harm.

As a values-based organisation, UnitingSA is deeply committed to implementing reforms which will make services safer, protect the human rights, and improve the lives of Australians with disability.

We recognise the emotional toll conversations regarding the report may have. If you or anyone you know needs help, the below services are available:
• Lifeline on 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800
• MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
• Su***de Call Back Service on 1300 659 467
• Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636
• Headspace on 1800 650 890
• ReachOut at au.reachout.com
• Care Leavers Australasia Network (CLAN) on 1800 008 774

Read the full report: https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au/

It's swooping season and even our drone camera was recently a target! 📸🏗 This cheeky photobomber flew into the shot as we captured the next phase of our exciting new housing development at UnitingSA Prospect as the walls and floors were recently installed.

UnitingSA Prospect will deliver a total of 40 housing outcomes, including more than 30 new affordable rental units, and seven townhouses which will soon be available for private sale.

Find out more here https://ow.ly/YM0u50PQu0O

We're on the lookout for energetic, compassionate people to join our team of hospitality workers in aged care! 💗

Roles on offer include:
➡ Housekeeping Services Assistant
➡ Catering Assistant

Share this post if you or someone you know might be interested in these roles 🤗

Find out more and apply today: https://unitingsa.bigredsky.com/page.php?

🏉Footy fever this week at WestLakes Aged Care! Our residents have gotten into the finals spirit by creating Collingwood and Brisbane Lions themed hats, tossing around the footy and reminiscing on their own sporting highlights! Stories of huge wins, great games and historic moments celebrated with friends and family were all shared with pride and joy together.

Today is the International Day of Peace and to celebrate the team got together to unveil our new Peace Pole!

UnitingSA is proud to be among local organisations taking part in Rotary's '100 Peace Poles Project', celebrating 100 years of Rotary service in SA.

Across the globe there are more than 250,000 peace poles, bearing the message 'May Peace Prevail On Earth'.

Wishing everyone peace in the home and in the heart today and always ☺️💗

Happy ! 🤗 We want to take the opportunity to express our deep gratitude to all of our generous donors, volunteers, and supporters. Without you, we would not be able to make a difference in the lives of so many local families. Thank you for your ongoing support and kind hearts! 💛🌻

UnitingSA CEO Jenny Hall was proud to join the community in supporting the campaign over the weekend.

We support a Voice to Parliament because we believe a constitutionally enshrined Voice will enable First Nations people to have a say in the decisions that directly impact First Peoples and their communities.