Georges River Council Winter Relief Drive: Backpacks for New Beginnings

In collaboration with Platform Nine, Georges River Council is seeking backpack donations filled with essentials and small comforts to support people seeking refuge this winter. There is a special need for men’s and boys’ items, including toiletries, socks, beanies, non-perishable food, colouring supplies, and small toys.
Drop-off location (until Monday, 31 August): Georges River Civic Centre, Cnr MacMahon & Dora Sts, Hurstville
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Animation Series: Your Brain Health Matters – 5 Ways to Lower Dementia Risk

MindCare Collective have launched an animation series sharing five simple and practical ways people can support their brain health and help lower their risk of dementia. Developed for multicultural communities, the animations are available in Arabic, Cantonese, English, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Tamil, and Vietnamese.
View animations

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Orana: Volunteers Needed (Sutherland)

Orana is seeking volunteers to help pack fruit and veggie boxes for local families and individuals, commencing as soon as possible. No experience needed – just a willingness to help and a friendly spirit.
Wednesdays, 10am-2pm & Thursdays, 10am-12pm
Orana, 3A Stapleton Ave, Sutherland
Flyer | Contact: Sherie, 9521 8280 or admin@oranansw.org.au

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Report: The Affordability Crisis – The New Face of Poverty in NSW

NSW Council of Social Service (NCOSS) report reveals the intensifying cost of living is pulling middle-income households into poverty. Concurrently, the state’s most financially vulnerable families are struggling to afford basic essentials – including food, healthcare, and housing – while finding it increasingly difficult to stay connected with their communities.
Website | Report

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Elder Abuse Resources

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was on Monday, 15 June. The theme was ‘Beyond awareness: Making elder abuse prevention work’.
Ageing and Disability Commission Reports of Abuse of Older People & Adults with a Disability 2019-2024: Bayside | Georges River | Sutherland Shire
Local Collaboratives of Service Providers Working Together on the Prevention of Abuse of Older People in the Community:
Collaborative Against Abuse of Older People in Sutherland Shire: Website | Contact: julied@ecs.org.au
St George Prevention of Abuse of Older People Collaborative: Contact: mnasour@amanacommunityservices.com
Compass: Elder abuse. What’s it all about? website

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St George Hospital Guided Tours

St George Hospital offers in-person and virtual hospital tours to local community groups, especially newly arrived migrants and refugees. The tours familiarise participants with key hospital areas and the healthcare system, as well as providing information on interpreter services, appointment scheduling, emergency care, and available support services.
St George Hospital, Gray St, Kogarah
Flyer | Bookings: 9113 1460 or meng.chen@health.nsw.gov.au | Virtual tours (available in English, Arabic, Bangla, Cantonese, Greek, Italian, Macedonian, Mandarin, Mongolian, Nepali, and Ukrainian)

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