by Alison Leader | Mar 25, 2019 | News, Seniors
Every week, about 70 boxes full of fruit and vegetables from our local supplier roll out of our premises and into homes that need them most. Many seniors find it difficult to get to the shops on a regular basis due to physical challenges, so they’re a welcome...
by Alison Leader | Mar 21, 2019 | News
Two peak bodies are calling for the next State Government to renew investment in neighbourhood centres such as South Eastern Community Connect. Such centres currently receive funding from Family and Community Services (FACS) under the same program that funds services...
by Alison Leader | Mar 21, 2019 | News, Seniors
Running morning teas, weddings, funerals and birthdays in the local Eastlakes Department of Housing estate are all in a day’s work for Marion Cartwright. Despite a string of recent health issues, Marion, who lives in the estate herself, is the picture of community...
by Alison Leader | Mar 4, 2019 | News, Seniors
In our special weekly series, we introduce you to each of the staff that make South Eastern Community Connect (SECC) what it is. Today we get to know our new multi-tasking community transport expert Stuart Mynard. Hi Stuart. What’s your role within SECC? I’m the... by Alison Leader | Feb 28, 2019 | Families, News
The connection between physical and mental health has always intrigued Michelle Walsh. Her interest began in one of her earliest roles as an exercise physiologist. She was working in a community health setting assisting clients with a range of challenges. “Helping... by Alison Leader | Feb 25, 2019 | Families, News
It’s not often a work experience student impresses a company so much they invite her back to work full-time. But this was the case with recent graduate Nicole Muskovits. Nicole is our new family worker and community-strengthening program assistant, and is enjoying...