Community services to be showcased in Nambucca Heads

NAMBUCCA Valley locals are invited to come together for a day of connection and community support at the upcoming Community Services Day.

The event will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) grounds on the corner of Willunga Avenue and Giinagay Way, Nambucca Heads, on Tuesday, 17 December from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

The event is coordinated by Lifeline/Gamble Aware’s Patrice Ochin and hosted by the Nambucca Soup Kitchen, with the aim of showcasing many of the organisations that exist to assist members of the Nambucca Valley community in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

“Our last event brought together more than a dozen community organisations, and we hope to continue growing that network of support,” Col Reynolds from the Nambucca Soup Kitchen told News Of The Area.

“The Community Services Day is a great opportunity for people to connect with services in the community that they may not be aware of.”

At the previous gathering, attendees had the chance to meet with representatives from Services Australia, headspace, Carer Support, Mission Australia, Key Employment, the Macksville Pathfinder Group, Nambucca Lions, Tursa Employment, Real Futures, Healthy Hub Connect, Nambucca Soup, Shower and Social Group, and Lifeline/Gamble Aware.

With refreshments and activities for kids on offer, the atmosphere promises to be friendly and relaxed, creating the perfect space for residents to learn more about the many helpful services available in the area.

Organisers hope that the December event will become a regular occurrence, with plans to hold Community Services Days on a bi-monthly basis moving forward.

By Mick BIRTLES