CatholicCare Diocese Of Broken Bay

🎨Boonah Annual Art Exhibition 2024 🎨⁠ 🗓️ Saturday 9 November, 9.30 – 3.00pm⁠ 📍Shop 27, The Philip Mall, Kendall Street, West Pymble Boonah’s 2024 annual exhibition opens on Saturday November 9 and is open to all members of the public. “It is an opportunity to witness the incredible talent and creativity of Boonah’s artists,” says Cadence. “It is a chance to support individuals in their artistic journeys, celebrate diversity, and experience the vibrant community that Boonah fosters.” We would love to see you there to support our wonderful artists. #boonah #exhibition #catholiccaredbb #disabilities

🎨Boonah Annual Art Exhibition 2024 🎨 🗓️ Saturday 9 November, 9.30 – 3.00pm 📍Shop 27, The Philip Mall, Kendall Street, West Pymble This year’s exhibition is particularly significant for Daisy as her work, ‘Skyline’ was selected for the invitation. With its bold colours and contrasting layers, Daisy’s artwork reveals her remarkable sense of colour and her enthusiasm for experimenting with stencils and layers. “Daisy’s artwork is a testament to her journey, embodying both her personal style and her artistic growth,” says Queena. Boonah’s 2024 annual exhibition opens on Saturday November 9 and is open to all members of the public. “It is an opportunity to witness the incredible talent and creativity of Boonah’s artists,” says Cadence. “It is a chance to support individuals in their artistic journeys, celebrate diversity, and experience the vibrant community that Boonah fosters.” https://lnkd.in/gyM67Thh #exhibition #artist #creativearts #boonah #catholiccaredbb #disabilities

It was May 2022, and Julia’s whole body went numb as she sat in a hospital room with her 14 year old daughter, Anna. They’d been discharged from the hospital, but they had nowhere to go. Given the physical, emotional and financial abuse being perpetrated by Anna’s father, they both knew that going ‘home’ wasn’t an option. “I booked a cabin at a caravan park, and we went straight there from the hospital,” Julia recalls.

YOUTH WORKERS ON THE CENTRAL COAST! Are you looking for a rewarding career that gives back to the community and helps kids reach their full potential? If you have a positive regard for kids – then this could be the most rewarding career for you! SAVE THE DATE: We will be running a Youth Worker Assessment Centre on 7th November in Tuggerah and those candidates that get shortlisted will be invited. Our incredible Youth workers work within our residential care homes creating a safe and nurturing environment where young people can feel at home while learning important personal and life skills. - Competitive hourly rate based on SCHADS Award 3.1. - Salary packaging with $15,900 general and $2,650 entertainment benefits. - Face to face and online training with ample opportunities for career --development. - Be supported by Clinical and Case Management teams. - 24/7 crisis and incident response support. - Free confidential counselling support. - Regular supervision, reflective practice and teamwork planning activities. If you are interested, please apply by clicking on the below link: https://lnkd.in/g3NEfmen If you are not looking but know someone who may be interested, please spread the word. Positions available for immediate start! #hiring #catholiccaredbb #youthwork

“My mental health can’t hold me back from my art,” says Hannah who attends Boonah Creative Arts Centre. Boonah is an art studio that provides a safe and supported place for artists living with a disability. For Hannah, it is the lack of judgement and creative freedom she experiences at Boonah that keeps her coming back, “I can use pencil, pen, paint or whatever I choose. No one is judging me and that’s a relief. I can be who I want here.” Read Hannahs Full story here https://lnkd.in/dkFRSkG5 Boonah's Annual Exhibition will be held on Saturday 9 November, 9.30am - 3.00pm at Shop 27, The Philip Mall, Kendall Street, West Pymble. We would love to see you there! #Boonah #exhibition #disabilityfutures #catholiccaredbb

Many of us take it for granted that our kids will grow up learning to read and write, yet for many children throughout Australia, this is not the case. Lack of education and early literacy can affect children throughout their lives and lead to psychological damage, poor health, fewer job opportunities and lower incomes.

The end of the year is always an exciting time for Boonah’s artists as they prepare to showcase their work in the annual exhibition. “The exhibition is a chance to celebrate the hard work and creativity of our artists,” says Activity Leader, Cadence. “It also provides them with a platform to share their art with the community and gain recognition for their talents.” We would love to see you there! #Boonah #disabilityfutures #art #catholiccaredbb

Have you found that rentals in the suburbs are becoming more and more expensive? If so, you are not alone. In fact, the lack of affordable rentals in the suburbs has seen a spike in homelessness in suburban areas. Homelessness is increasingly moving out of central city areas. In the 2021 census, over 60% of homelessness cases were reported in suburban areas, up from just 48% in 2001. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, help is available. Call CatholicCare today on 1800 324 924 or email info@catholiccaredbb.org.au #rentalprices #homelessness #costofliving #catholiccaredbb

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children experience some of the highest rates of otitis media in the world, and early diagnosis can affect speech and hearing later in life. “This is why connecting Aboriginal kids with cultural services and playgroups is so important. If we were connected to an Aboriginal playgroup, I’m sure someone would have picked up on his glue ear and it would have prevented his speech delays and pain,” says Judith.

A series of truly inspiring stories – annual report now available to download. https://lnkd.in/gbJp-eyh #catholiccaredbb #annualreport #socialservices