Generosity flows as Ebbs House opens

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Residents, local community members and Mission Australia staff gathered recently for the opening of our newest crisis and transitional accommodation centre Ebbs House.

Located in northern Sydney, Ebbs House provides safe housing and support for 26 men and women who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Services available on-site include accommodation, outreach support, case management, counselling and advocacy.

Program manager Kevin Kingsbeer says the facility operates across two neighbouring properties that are within walking distance of local community and employment services, including hospitals, a shopping centre and the local TAFE.

We hope that by providing a clean, modern and safe place, people will be able to grow their skills and confidence. Ultimately we are here to support people with dignity and give them a helping hand to connect with the community around them, helping each person take their own steps towards independence.Program manager Kevin Kingsbeer

Ebbs House has been made possible by the generosity of an anonymous benefactor who felt compelled to act on the need they saw in their community.

The facility is named in honour of Reverend Arthur Rowley Ebbs who cared for disadvantaged young people and provided accommodation for returned servicemen experiencing homelessness during the Depression and World War II.

Top: Mission Australia CEO, James Toomey reveals the Ebbs House plaque.
Left: One of the 26 residential rooms at Ebbs House.
Photo credit Adam Yip, Manly Daily.

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