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Farewell to our Deputy CEO Ashleigh Daines
The SECC team was sad to farewell our wonderful Deputy CEO Ashleigh Daines on Friday. Ashleigh has spread her wings to take on a new role of CEO of Sutherland Shire Family Services, a not-for-profit organisation focused on strengthening the capacity of families in the Sutherland Shire and St. George areas.
How we’re fighting food shame with holistic help
Sara*, an Eastlakes resident, came into our office this week asking for grocery support. She has a four-month-old and a three-year-old and is struggling to put food on the table. The rising costs of living, including electricity bills over winter, have left her depleted.
Why playgroups are a big fat plus for the economy
Playgroup Australia has released findings that community playgroups have a positive impact on the economy long-term.
POSITION VACANT: Community Strengthening Team Leader (Full-time)
South Eastern Community Connect (SECC) is currently seeking a person with community development experience to join its team as the Community Strengthening Team Leader.
Luna Park, Taronga Zoo and much more planned for October school holidays
South Eastern Community Connect will run four Vacation Care programs across its OOSH services in the October school holidays.
Affordable support for carers in south-east Sydney
South Eastern Community Connect (SECC) understands the importance of quality respite for carers. SECC offers Flexible Respite Care to care recipients over 65 who are frail aged, or who have a dementia diagnosis.
Planning Ahead seminar helps seniors face the future with gusto
Life is full of transitions, from the first time you attend pre-school through to nailing your first job, and taking on roles such as parent, spouse and carer as you age. Crossing over into the role of ‘senior’ is another milestone which some greet with trepidation – and others, hope and joy.
One really effective way to slow your mind and body down
Life can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes, can’t it? Like hamsters on a wheel, sometimes we don’t quite know how to slow down. But there are ways to slow down.
SECC Staff Development Day drums up a whole lot of fun
Staff Development Days are a great way for a team to learn something new, build relationships, and have fun. And we ticked all these boxes on Friday with our Team-Building Day at the new SECC Community Hub.