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... personality issues that surround a depressed, helpless gambler.  “The professional help at Mission Australia has truly changed my life. I don't for one second believe that I am cured, but I have ...
Friday, 18 May 2012
In what is believed to be an Australian first, Mission Australia is launching an Adelaide-based program to help young people who are worried about personal appearance and the media portrayal of “the perfect ...
Thursday, 10 May 2012
... people and not families. As you can imagine, this only made him more frustrated. Living in motels further compounded the family’s issues as there were no kitchen facilities. Without enough money to eat ...
Tuesday, 08 May 2012
4. The cost of homelessness
(News/MA Newsletter)
... of homelessness, serious physical and mental health issues, poor social networks and low quality of life. However, the group also had a number of strengths. On average, they had high levels of self-efficacy ...
Monday, 07 May 2012
... vulnerable, at the national level,” Ms Macklin said. The Children’s Commissioner will take a broad advocacy role to promote public awareness of issues affecting children, conduct research and education ...
Monday, 30 April 2012
...  Activities range from one-day challenges like rock climbing, to multi-day hikes, white-water rafting, canoeing and sea kayaking expeditions. The adventures take participants away from the issues they ...
Friday, 27 April 2012
... 2005. Based in Sydney’s Surry Hills, CYI runs free creative programs for young people facing challenges such as homelessness, mental health issues and unemployment. Since 1993, this innovative program ...
Tuesday, 03 April 2012
... people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness have access to the services that can support them through many of the issues that contribute to their situation, such as mental illness and family breakdown. ...
Wednesday, 28 March 2012
... Highlands rehabilitation centre for young people experiencing homelessness, substance abuse and mental health issues. The retired teacher said it was an honour to be recognised for the 12 years she ...
Tuesday, 27 March 2012
...  It provides a key entry point to treatment for young West Australians with alcohol and other drug issues. Withdrawal and respite programs are run from a facility in East Perth, followed by a three-month ...
Monday, 26 March 2012
... paid a significant part or all of their rent, so we can provide a specific understanding of these kinds of issues. “Others need assistance navigating the basics of rental tenancies and avoiding issues ...
Wednesday, 21 March 2012
... grandparents in the same situation.  “It gives grandparents the opportunity to discuss issues affecting them; things like receiving payments, frustrations with finances and the challenges of living ...
Monday, 19 March 2012
... of a broad range of issues,” she says, “as there aren’t a lot of local specialist services we can refer clients to.” Gina also travels the 200 kilometres to Wilcannia each week to provide an outreach ...
Thursday, 08 March 2012
14. Giving voice to the voiceless
(Community Services/Community Services)
... country a recent analysis of our homeless services revealed that staff spent more time helping clients manage mental health issues than helping with housing. In 2011, Mission Australia made a decision ...
Monday, 05 March 2012
15. Young mums are aiming for success
(Community Services/Community Services)
... well,” Melinda said. “This program will make a significant difference to young mothers’ education outcomes and to address issues such as disadvantage and disengagement.” Importantly, participation ...
Monday, 05 March 2012
16. Featherweight
(Pathways/About Us)
... that aims to tackle the two issues of waste and local unemployment. It particularly builds on the success of Soft Landing, which strips mattresses of all their useful, recyclable parts such as timber ...
Friday, 02 March 2012
... State Government’s Drug and Alcohol Office and Mission Australia, it offers intensive support through case management, counselling and educational groups in areas such as substance abuse, legal issues ...
Tuesday, 28 February 2012
... the State Government’s Drug and Alcohol Office and Mission Australia. It offers intensive support through counselling and educational groups in areas such as substance abuse, legal issues and health. The ...
Monday, 20 February 2012
... and consider any non-work issues that might create a barrier to their progress. Read all of Toby Hall’s article, including his views on improving standards for inducting trainees and apprentices as ...
Friday, 17 February 2012
... challenges such as homelessness, drug and alcohol issues, body image problems or family breakdown.” Later in the morning, from 10.45am, Mission Australia’s Program Coordinator Bryce Lillico and Jacinta ...
Friday, 10 February 2012
21. Tips for a good start at school
(Daily News/Blog)
... school. Tips from Queensland Teachers’ Union (QUT): Make sure the school administration and teachers are aware of any health issues your child has, particularly allergies Ensure the school knows ...
Monday, 30 January 2012
... in Maddington. Catalyst support worker Dorte Dyrbye said students who take part in the program have typically experienced life challenges such as homelessness, mental health or drug and alcohol issues. ...
Monday, 30 January 2012
23. Our partners
(Partnerships/Major Corporate and Community Partners)
... affairs to build a larger national strategy within the organisation, aimed at developing culturally effective services and policies for aboriginal programs and issues. Find out more...   Bain ...
Tuesday, 17 January 2012
24. Advance Australia Fair?
(Donations/Support Mission Australia)
... Judy took great pride in her independence. She worked hard to pay the rent on her small unit that she shared with her partner, as she battled to overcome several personal issues of her own. Judy came ...
Tuesday, 10 January 2012
... through the country in 2008. “The problem is exacerbated by local issues, such as the region’s poor public transport system which makes it difficult for young people in outer-lying areas to access work ...
Monday, 09 January 2012
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