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Thank you, Beatriz Londono
Beatriz Londono has been recognised with the 2017 Maisie Foster Volunteering Award for long standing volunteering for South Eastern Community Connect. Beatriz began almost 10 years ago as a volunteer in the Spanish cancer support group, before moving on to assisting...
It’s that time of year already!
The festive season is around the corner and the creative juices are flowing at our Senior Social Group at Beaconsfield today. The clients really enjoyed it and created beautiful pieces to bring joy to friends and family.
Community Wellness – Sharing the Journey
October is Mental Health Month, and here is YOUR chance to boost your community’s wellbeing. We are running a packed program with FREE creative workshops for those living with mental health challenges as well as FREE, quality training for people in the community to...
Get crafty with us these school holidays!
Join us for FREE, fun activities during the school holidays at Eastlakes Shopping Centre. 3 October 2017, 10.30 - 2.30 pm Paper Spinners Spinning 3D Hot air Balloons Sun & Rainbow Mobiles Paper Plate Birds 4 October 2017, 10.30 - 2.30 pm Straw Rockets...
Welcome, Ashleigh
Welcome Ashleigh, our new Deputy CEO. Ashleigh joined us this week with more than 10 years of experience in the community sector: Q: What is your favourite thing about your job? A: I really enjoy working in the community sector as it gives me an opportunity to meet a...
Welcome, Henry
Henry, the Delta Therapy Dog, and his owner David will be regular visitors at The Cottage bringing smiles and cuddles to our dementia day centre. It has been a long wait at the centre for a furry companion but it was well worth it. Clients, Henry and David enjoyed...
Our volunteer superstars
Our volunteers Gill and Peter (left) met The Honorable Carmelo Pesce, Mayor of Sutherland Shire at the recent NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Peter and Gill represented our 45 devoted volunteers who between them donated more than 12,000 hours over the past financial...
Coming soon to a screen near you
Good news! South Eastern Community Connect has received a Google Ad Grants award, making it easier for people to find out about us and our services. Google Ad Grants is an in-kind advertising program that awards free online advertising to nonprofits via Google...
Looking for Vacation Care?
Climbing and zip lining at Tree Tops Adventure Park. All primary school children, no matter what school they usually attend, are welcome at our SMOOSH at Gardeners Road Public School vacation care. There are spots available for these school holidays, and the program...