Baptist Care SA in Wayville, South Australia, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Baptist Care SA

Locality: Wayville, South Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 8273 7100

Address: 130 Rose Terrace 5034 Wayville, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.baptistcaresa.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Are you living with a disability and wanting to live well, have your own space and stay connected to your community? Baptist Care SA can support you to live as you choose and as independently as possible. We can help with daily tasks so you’ll have less stress and more time in the day for the things you want to do. Called Supported Independent Living (SIL) in an NDIS plan, this falls under the Core Supports category. ... Together, we can build on your strengths while doing those everyday tasks like keeping your home clean, catching the bus, shopping or other things that are important to you. We can support you to link with allied health professionals to help you to develop the skills to become as independent as possible. Of course, everyone’s needs are different. We’d like to discuss yours so we can assess how we’d best work together Visit us at baptistcaresa.org.au/disability-ndis or call us on 8273 7190.

25.01.2022 Hope for those experiencing homelessness bundled up in a swag. It was a happy moment last week when we were able to hand over a Backpack Bed to one of our clients. An ergonomic backpack that transforms into a three-window tent with mattress, these swags provide people with comfort, safety and warmth during nights without shelter. ... Thank you for supporting those who support us! Give the good guys at Backpack Bed for Homeless, Australia a follow!

24.01.2022 After a year of immense challenge and change, over 240 children enjoyed an extra special experience this Christmas. Parents from families experiencing homelessness, financial hardships and culturally-diverse backgrounds came to the WestCare centre from 8 to 10 December to choose gifts for their children. Our meeting rooms were transformed into Santa’s treasure trove filled with toys and gifts all made possible by the generosity of our donors. ... We couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you!

23.01.2022 Meet Sophia Sophia is one of our passionate NDIS Developmental Educators. She helps our clients achieve their goals by providing behaviour support, working with both our clients and their families. Goals can be emotional, or practical, like learning to catch the bus or managing money. The first step is always listening to a client and determining their individual needs, goals and expectations, then breaking their goals down into smaller actions that we can work on togethe...r, says Sophia. Identifying a client’s goals is important, as is adjusting those goals as needed for example when a person has reached their goal or is having difficulty achieving them. I always try to give every client my full attention and help them to feel comfortable it’s important they are in control of how our relationship grows. I have a client who wasn’t sure about me when we first met, but we’ve built a great relationship. I took note of the way he wanted us to work together and I respected that. I also found out a lot about him from others who work with him at Baptist Care SA. He doesn’t like to meet in a home setting, so we meet in cafes or parks. Read Sophia’s story: https://baptistcaresa.org.au/sophia-langlands-ndis-developm To discover how Baptist Care SA can encourage and assist you to develop the areas you want to grow in, at your pace, visit baptistcaresa.org.au/ndis or call 8273 7190.

23.01.2022 Are you ready for school holiday fun? Our Adventure Plus! Holiday Program will be full of variety and feature fun activities including nature walks, flying fox, ropes courses, bouldering shed and more! Spaces filling fast. Book your spot today! www.adventures-holiday-program-2020.eventbrite.com.au

23.01.2022 Last three days to support us through the Grill'd Local Matters program! Get into Grill’d at 187 Rundle St, enjoy a healthy burger and drop your token into the Baptist Care SA jar! Thank you for your support

22.01.2022 CHRISTMAS APPEAL UPDATE Huge thanks to everyone who supported our Christmas Appeal. From gifts for children and food parcels to take away Christmas meals, with your generous support, we raised over $30,000 touching the lives of more than 500 struggling South Australians - an amazing result! ... It’s been a challenging year so your support is appreciated more than ever. If you still wish to support our Christmas Appeal please visit https://baptistcaresa.org.au/get-involved/donate Thank you again!

21.01.2022 Do you have a passion for helping people achieve their full potential and create positive change in their lives? We have a range of job opportunities across our organisation for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals. Manager Fundraising https://bit.ly/3irdfpE... Responsible for leading innovation in the development and implementation of a range of fundraising activities for both recurrent and special purposes. IT Systems Administrator https://bit.ly/33jDUk2 Responsible for the day to day upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of infrastructure, computer systems and servers. Information Systems Solution Consultant https://bit.ly/3cO9YiW The Information Systems (IS) Solution Consultant is a key member of the Applications and Information Services business unit, and functions as a conduit between the organisational needs and the technology solutions.

20.01.2022 Exciting things are happening at our Mylor Adventure Camp! Last week the team met with David Speirs MP and Josh Teague - Member for Heysen to discuss a new project that is in the works. In partnership with DEW and SA Water, Mylor Adventure Camp will be getting controlled access into the Mt Bold Reserve for a host of new and fun Adventure activities. Stay tuned for more details!

19.01.2022 A WestCare Christmas to remember For people facing homelessness, the significance of a hot meal and a friendly face during Christmas means a lot. This year, we couldn’t gather around the table for a seated lunch but over 175 guests enjoyed a takeaway meal of home-cooked chicken, turkey (with all the trimmings) and Christmas pudding with custard. ... Andrew*, a WestCare client, said: Coming to WestCare for Christmas lunch is a special thing for me. I feel like part of the community here and knowing they care for us makes all the difference. A huge thank you to our students on placements, volunteers and the WestCare team for organising this special event and making it a success.

18.01.2022 Niina Marni and Happy NAIDOC week The theme for this year is, "Always Was, Always Will Be." This week Aboriginal People from around Australia are proud to share their Culture, Traditions, Customs, Art, Music and Dance.... Baptist Care SA acknowledges there are hundreds of Nations that now criss-cross this land and we endeavour to build a future where we are all loved, all valued and all children have opportunities to thrive as equals. This week offers a great opportunity to come together and celebrate the diverse cultures, rich history and achievements of the First Nations People as the oldest continuing cultures on the planet. Find out more about NAIDOC Week here - www.naidoc.org.au #alwayswasalwayswillbe #naidocweek #naidocweek2020 National NAIDOC

18.01.2022 GRILL'D LOCAL MATTERS For the entire month of November, Baptist Care SA is lucky enough to have a token jar at Grill'd Rundle St as part of their 'Local Matters' program! This is a great opportunity for us to raise a few extra dollars to help our community.... Head to Grill'd Rundle Street anytime (or as many times as you can) in November to pop a token in the labelled Baptist Care SA jar! There's never been a tastier way to make a difference

18.01.2022 Powerful things happen when we come together At Baptist Care SA, we are committed to working together with others to strengthen communities. As a recipient of our Collaborative Community Project Funding, Soul Food's Community Meals Program is helping us in our mission by giving vulnerable people in Adelaide's North East the opportunity to develop their skills, become more socially connected and increase their employability.... If you or someone you know is interested in joining this wonderful initiative, contact the Soul Food Community Cafe team via www.soulfoodcommunity.org.au

17.01.2022 Everyone should be able to afford basic food staples. However, this is not easy for many in our community who are struggling due to low incomes and the added impact of COVID-19. Baptist Care SA’s Community Food Hub is committed to supplying essentials at low cost. Anyone with a concession card or student card is welcome to shop; this includes pensioners, students and people experiencing homelessness.... We are located at 216 Wright St and open from 10 am 3 pm, Monday to Thursday.

16.01.2022 During the press conference on Wednesday, a journalist asked Professor Spurrier if Christmas would be cancelled. We realised that for the 350 children who rely on us for a gift on Christmas Day, this might just come true except, we have you. We appreciate that everyone is SA is now moving from the SA Pause restrictions, but life is still far from normal. Will you help us? ... While you can of course still bring us toys, we recognise how difficult this is at the moment so please take a few minutes to visit https://baptistcaresa.org.au/donate-now and select 'Christmas Toy appeal' and give what you can ($40 if you can manage it)? Together, we can find a way to give these children and families joy on Christmas Day thank you for caring!

16.01.2022 Community Food Hub Update PLEASE NOTE: Our Community Food Hub will be closed on Fridays until further notice. We are located at 216 Wright St, Adelaide and open Monday to Thursday from 10am 3pm... Anyone with a concession card or a student card is welcome to shop; this includes pensioners, students and people experiencing homelessness. For more information please call 8118 5200. *We are regularly sanitising high traffic areas to keep our customers safe*

15.01.2022 Looking to take a step in a healthy direction this New Year? Start with rethinking your first meal of the day breakfast. Here’s a great recipe with an Aussie staple - Weet-Bix www.weetbix.com.au/recipes/weet-bix-trifle Baptist Care SA’s Community Food Hub gives people in need the opportunity to shop for food and essential items at a reduced cost. ... Members of the community with a concession card such as a health care card, Centrelink card, ImmiCard or student card are welcome to shop. For more information, please visit: baptistcaresa.org.au/community-food-hub

15.01.2022 We’ve been selected to participate in Local Matters at Grill'd Rundle St this November! The group with the most tokens at the end of the month receives the largest donation. We’d love your support to receive the $300! Simply head to Grill’d Rundle Street and pop your token into our jar - just like Anthea did over the weekend!. ... It’s a simple (and delicious) way to show your support! Thank you

14.01.2022 This year’s World AIDS Day (1 Dec) comes in the midst of another global epidemic: COVID-19. Take this opportunity to begin a dialogue about HIV among people in your community especially among the young men and women who may be at greatest risk of infection. In 2018, the HIV notification rate among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people was more twice as high as in the Australian-born non-Indigenous population. ... Speak with to your doctor or Aboriginal Health Practitioner to include an HIV test in your routine Well Health Check or GP visit. When diagnosed early, effective treatment can support people to live a long and healthy life with HIV. For more information visit https://www.atsihiv.org.au/hiv/preventing-hiv Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander HIV Awareness Week SAHMRI #worldAIDSday #HIVawareness #HIV

14.01.2022 Anti-Poverty Week runs from 11 to 17 October 2020. Each year Baptist Care’s homelessness services provide more than 34,000 nutritious meals including 18,343 free meals. These go hand in hand with a range of other vital support services supporting at-risk and vulnerable people to have access to the basics. During these unprecedented times, it is more important than ever to support those who are struggling the most. Help us provide vital support to people experiencing homele...ssness at our WestCare Centre - www.baptistcaresa.org.au/donate-now For more information on Anti-Poverty Week visit https://antipovertyweek.org.au

12.01.2022 Are you looking to launch your career in Human Resources or re-join the workforce? We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time People and Culture Administrator to join the Baptist Care SA team at our Wayville office. This role will play a key part within the People and Culture team supporting team members in Talent Acquisition and Business Partnering, as well as across the Organisational Development department.... Our ideal candidate has Excellent organisational and administrative skills An excellent eye for detail Highly developed written and verbal communication skills A high level of enthusiasm and initiative If this sounds like you, apply today https://baptistcaresa.currentjobs.co//People-/Central/2019 #humanresources #hr #peopleandculture #vacancy #careeropportunity #southaustralia #talentacquistion

11.01.2022 50% of Australians are likely to be diagnosed with a mental illness in their lifetime, leaving 50% of us who will know someone living with a mental health issue. This week is Mental Health Week and the theme this year is #EveryPersonEveryCommunity. This is an opportunity to have conversations with your friends, family, and community about mental health and wellbeing. After all, mental health is something every person has, and every person can face challenges withnot just tho...se living with mental illness. Join the conversation. Visit www.mhcsa.org.au #MHW2020 #MentalHealthWeek #EveryPersonEveryCommunity #SAMentalHealthWeek Mental Health Coalition of South Australia

11.01.2022 Tumbelin now SACE accredited! Do you or a loved one struggle with alcohol abuse or drug addiction issues? We can help. Tumbelin our Alcohol and Other Drug Adventure Therapy Program has a successful track record of successfully engaging with students in mainstream and alternative (e.g. FLO) education, in particular, those who struggle with drug and alcohol use and poor mental health.... 20 SACE Stage 1 credit points can be obtained by Year 8 and older students who complete the Tumbelin program. For more information visit www.baptistcaresa.org.au/tumbelin

11.01.2022 To celebrate #NAIDOCWeek2020 we're featuring this artwork by the talented Molly Peterson of the Luritja Nations. In early 2019, Molly painted her interpretation of the work that Baptist Care SA does. Molly says: I was born near Papanya out in the bush. I learned my tjukurrpa, my dreaming, when I was 12 years old. My grandmother and grandfather would write the signs on the ground and I would learn from it. They would draw these pictures with dirt that I paint now. When I was... 17, I learned how to paint. This painting is about all the work that Baptist Care SA does in our state. There are people from different cultures all working together to make life better. #alwayswasalwayswillbe #naidocweek #naidocweek2020

11.01.2022 This Christmas, gift your children the joy of being outdoors. Featuring fun activities like nature walks, flying fox, ropes courses, bouldering shed and more, your child will experience something new each day at our Adventure Plus! Holiday Program. Bookings extended to 9 December 2020... Get your tickets on www.adventures-holiday-program-2020.eventbrite.com.au

11.01.2022 With the current outbreak of COVID-19 in Adelaide, we stand alongside our clients. As an NDIS provider, we recognise the challenges that restrictions can bring, particularly for the vulnerable and those living with a disability. In welcome news, the Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Stuart Robert, has confirmed NDIS participants in South Australia have access to a range of temporary measures to ensure they can receive their disability-related suppo...rts. One such support is for NDIS participants who receive an average of at least one hour a day of face-to-face daily living supports. These participants can access up to $50 per week from their budget for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for their use when a worker is supporting them. For a comprehensive list of the temporary measures in place to assist NDIS participants in South Australia, visit the NDIS website: www.ndis.gov.au//5643-update-ndis-coronavirus-supports-sou. With patience, unity and support, we can get through this; together NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme

09.01.2022 Christmas is often one of the most challenging times of the year for people experiencing homelessness. There is no home where they can go to feel safe and loved, no Christmas feasts and no gifts. Thanks to the wonderful 1079 Life FM Roadies team who provided 'present bundles' filled with essentials including water bottle, dental kit and a few Christmas goodies. The gifts were distributed to very happy guests who came to WestCare for the Christmas Day lunch.

09.01.2022 The holiday season is almost here which means it's time to deck the halls, shop for gifts, host dinners and a thousand other to do’s. This year, we will help tick off the most important thing on the list keeping the kids busy and entertained. Baptist Care SA’s Adventure Plus! Holiday Program will be full of variety and fun activities including nature walks, flying fox, ropes courses, bouldering shed and more!... Get your tickets on www.adventures-holiday-program-2020.eventbrite.com.au

08.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day and the start of Mental Health Week. Right now talking about our mental health is more important than ever. Finding the right support can feel quite challenging but it is important to take action if you need help. Here are some tips: Talk to someone you trust... Join a support group Chat with someone who has faced their own mental health challenges If you are a young person, visit a headspace centre in your area for free Contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 To learn more visit www.mhcsa.org.au Mental Health Coalition of South Australia headspace Adelaide #WMHDay #WMHDay20 #MHW2020 #EveryPersonEveryCommunity #SAMentalHealthWeek

06.01.2022 Are you looking to launch your career in Human Resources or re-join the workforce? We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time People and Culture Administrator to join the Baptist Care SA team at our Wayville office. Our ideal candidate has ... Excellent organisational and administrative skills An excellent eye for detail Highly developed written and verbal communication skills A high level of enthusiasm and initiative If this sounds like you, apply today https://baptistcaresa.currentjobs.co//People-/Central/2019

06.01.2022 Are you looking for a meaningful career with a leading non-profit? Baptist Care SA is currently hiring for various project management and delivery roles including: Manager, Project Delivery - Work across the organisation to enhance project management capacity & capability.... Project Officer, Business Development - Be responsible for the establishment of a cohesive and integrated service. Project Manager, Housing Pathways Strategy - Help establish milestones and strategic housing partnerships. For further information and to apply, please visit: https://baptistcaresa.org.au/get-involv//current-positions

05.01.2022 New Adventure Holiday Program Now Open! Our new Adventure Plus! Holiday Program at the Mylor Adventure Camp will be full of variety and feature fun activities including nature walks, flying fox, ropes courses, bouldering shed and more! Program dates: 14 to 22 December... Book your spot before we book out! www.adventures-holiday-program-2020.eventbrite.com.au

05.01.2022 *IMPORTANT UPDATE* Baptist Care SA is maintaining vital services during this lockdown period. Our Community Food Hub and Emergency Relief service are still operating. The WestCare Centre remains open for takeaway meals. Please contact our Inner City site on 8118 5200 if you have any queries.... General enquiries may be directed to our Wayville office T: 8273 7100. Take care and stay safe!

04.01.2022 Happy New Year from Baptist Care SA! It's a time for new beginnings and new opportunities - we look forward to what 2021 will bring!

04.01.2022 The beach, park benches, shopping centre, bus shelters.... To us, these are places we visit or pass by in our daily life but for someone experiencing homelessness, it could mean much more.

04.01.2022 There really is nothing better than hearing first-hand from our NDIS clients. It’s important for them to be able to make their own decisions. Together, we help Support Coordination clients like Raphael build and keep a support network for their life. When asked how Baptist Care SA had helped him, Raphael became serious for a moment. They’ve been great. Three months ago I went to Glenelg on my own. It was something I’d wanted to do without support since I was 16. But they...’re the ones who actually got me to do it. After that, he started going out more,’ added carer Letecia. To find out more about Support Coordination, visit baptistcaresa.org.au/service/disability-ndis/our-services #ndis #ndisprovider #supportcoordination #disabilitysupport #disability

04.01.2022 New year, new goals! A journey begins with a single step and our FREE NDIS Pre-Planning Guide is the first step to working towards achieving your hopes and dreams. Let us help you live the life you want. Learn more at https://baptistcaresa.org.au/service/disability-ndis... With Baptist Care SA, you’ll get more out of your NDIS plan.

03.01.2022 Are you passionate about providing children and young people a safe and nurturing place to develop and learn? Baptist Care SA is recruiting for a Manager, Unaccompanied Humanitarian Minors (UHM). In this position, you will work to build and implement the UHM program structure for children and young people who have been found to be refugees and are being settled in the Australian community. ... Working closely with the Senior Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery and development of the service, management of budgets and workforce planning. For more information and to apply visit https://baptistcaresa.currentjobs.co//manager/central/2015

01.01.2022 #FeelGoodFriday After a year filled with uncertainty and challenges, hundreds of children and young people across regional South Australia received an extra special gift at Christmas through Baptist Care SA’s Limestone Coast Toy Run. The community rallied together to raise close to $9,000 for families in need throughout the region. ... In total, 352 children and young people received gifts which were distributed through 12 schools and community organisations across the Limestone Coast region. Thank you to the businesses, community groups, clubs and individuals who helped us deliver Christmas cheer to children and families in need

01.01.2022 Festival of Now goes online Festival of Now is a celebration of mental health, creativity and inclusiveness that challenges stigma and promotes community connection. FoNline will run from 10:30am to 3.30pm on Friday 4 December via an online livestream this will include music, comedy, poetry and live art performances from creatives with lived experience of mental health. ... Tune in, dance along and enjoy the messages of wellbeing and recovery from the comfort of your own home. Follow Festival of Now for updates and visit the brand new website launching today at www.festivalofnow.com.au! Mental Health Coalition of South Australia #FestivalofNow #FestivalofNow2020 #FoN2020 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness