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Community First Step

Locality: Fairfield, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9727 4333

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25.01.2022 Looking for Before & After School Care for 2020? Our Tangerine Street Centre in Fairfield East will open in 2020. School pick up and drop off available from surrounding schools. Places are LIMITED and will fill fast! BOOK TODAY by clicking on the link below.

23.01.2022 HIRING NOW. For casual positions in Disability Services and Childrens Services. Apply via [email protected]

21.01.2022 This would have to make you HAPPY.... so proud of Phoenix Voices of Youth this afternoon, great end to an incredible concert. Congratulations and well done Natalie you are such an inspiration. Thank you to Pitt Street Uniting Church Sydney for hosting. #CFS # Creatingopportunities #WorldYouthChoir2020

21.01.2022 Our Big Schools, Big Minds School Readiness program will soon be moving online! If your child is 4 - 6 years of age and living in Carramar, Fairfield East, Old Guildford, Villawood or Yennora, you are eligible to join our program! To secure your place in our online classes and receive a workbook, please contact Zehra on: E: [email protected] or M: 0401 716 111 For more information on our programs and other services we provide contact Reception on: (02) 9727 4333

21.01.2022 I am pleased to advise that the CFS Board has announced the new CEO today, see link below.

20.01.2022 CFS will be running Creative Masterclass sessions online for Young People ages 12 18 years as a FREE workshop. These sessions will be held on ZOOM and have industry facilitators share their expert knowledge. To register please contact Claudia on 9727 4333 or 0432 629 114

20.01.2022 Community First Step invites you to join us at the Bring It On Festival. This is a FREE event for young people. on Saturday 4th April 2020 at Fairfield Show Ground. In the lead up we are teaming up with Fairfield City Council and their film crew to create a music video that will be premiered at the Bring It On! Festival and you have an exciting opportunity to be apart of it. Ages: 14-24 years ... Click below for more details and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-music-video-making-wo?

19.01.2022 Our Childrens Services are growing and we are looking for dynamic committed educators to join our dedicated team. #CFS #Creatingopportunities #ChildrenServices

19.01.2022 Recently the children and families at Guildford OSHC donated some much needed items to the Bushfire appeal. Thank you to Guy Zangari Member for Fairfield for responding to this current crisis.

19.01.2022 Beautiful voices of Phoenix Voices of Youth Choir at their special Reignite Concert celebrating the spirit of community through song.... Bravo #CFS #Creatingopportunities

19.01.2022 Community First Step would like to introduce the Busy Bags initiative for our playgroups. Our Childrens Services staff have been working hard in preparing these bags for our parents to co-create, bond and educate their children through these activities. For more information on what other programs Community First Step offers please contact Reception on (02) 9727 4333. ... #equalopportunity #childrensservice #activities #childrensactivities #fairfield #fairfieldlga #communityfirststep #community #communityservices #disabilityservices See more

18.01.2022 As our school holidays are nearing an end we would like to remind all parents that our child care services are still currently operating! We at Community First Step will continue to provide support to our parents during this essential time, especially for those who are still working and for those in need of child care support. Our various locations are easily accessible with all our staff engaged in nurturing and sustaining a healthy environment for your children. For more information on how you can get your children enrolled in our programs please contact Ann on: 0402 437 362. For any further information about Childrens Services and the various other programs and workshops being run during the COVID-19 impact please contact our Reception on: (02) 9727 4333.

16.01.2022 As our Big Schools Big Minds School Readiness Program has moved online, our staff have been working hard to create and distribute our resources. Parents and children will be receiving their workbooks, stationary and online materials to ensure our children are still engaged in their learning. We would like to thank the parents for being supportive to our transition online and for providing their children the opportunity to be an active participant in their education. This ...program is currently being offered to children aged 4 - 6 years residing in Carramar, Old Guildford, Villawood, Fairfield East and Yennora. If you would like to register your child in our school readiness program please contact Zehra on: E: [email protected] P: 0401 716 111 #equalopportunity #learning #education #schoolreadiness #bigsteps #bigschoolsbigminds #community #fairfield #fairfieldlga #communityservices #carramar #villawood #oldguildford #yennora #fairfieldeast See more

15.01.2022 Mark Webb, Chief Executive of NSW Parliamentary Services and Deputy Chair of Community First Step Board, was recently interviewed by Chanel 10 Daily Show to discuss the recent efforts of our staff. During the COVID-19 impact, our staff have worked tirelessly to ensure our community are being looked after during this pandemic. Since April, we have been delivering frozen meals to families, individuals, schools and the wider community. Since the airing of the show, we have d...elivered 14,000 meals to the Fairfield and Campbelltown LGA in partnership with OzHarvest, NSW Parliament and The Parks Community Network. We are so proud of the continuous efforts displayed by our staff. If you would like to see the segment, click on the link below. https://10play.com.au//studio-10-14-aug-20/tpv200814jlaxc #cfs #frozenmeals #equalopportunity #communityservices #communityfirststep #fairfieldlga #campbelltownlga #fairfield #family See more

15.01.2022 On Monday 18th of November the Community First Step Youth Team assisted Fairfield City Council with hosting their Redefining Normal Youth Mental Health Event at Fairfield Youth and Community Centre. The event was organised and led by the Fairfield City Councils Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) and aimed to decrease stigma and normalise conversations surrounding mental health. The Youth Advisory Committee from Fairfield City Council organised fun and engaging activities to lo...ok at the 5 Ways to Wellbeing for the youth attending FYCC and during the event the Mayor of Fairfield Mr. Carbone addressed the young people drawing on his own experiences of mental health and the importance of breaking down stigma and starting conversations. The next part of the event saw a Mental Health Discussion Panel answer questions from the YAC and other audience members. The panel comprised of: Brendan Bennett from South West Sydney Health, Jenny Holmes from Lifeline Macarthur, Terry Tierney from Community First Step, and Shawn Spina who works in IT and has lived experience with mental health. The panel spoke about the importance of viewing mental health on a continuum. There can be days of good mental health and there can days of poor mental health. If these days of poor mental health continue for a period of time it is important to seek professional help. The attitude of "just getting over it was also discussed. Panel members emphasised the importance of education in breaking down this attitude The example of a broken arm was given. You wouldnt tell someone with a broken arm to get over it, the same applies for someone with a mental health condition. One of the audience members asked if a friend confides in them if they should keep it a secret. The panel said that its best to give your friend the best opportunities to speak to someone themselves. This could be going with them. But they stressed that if you believe theyre a chance of hurting themselves, then you have to tell someone, even if its against their wishes. This could be a matter of life and death. The event concluded with a video," Redefining Normal", made by the YAC. This video highlighted the importance of breaking down stigma and emphasised the importance of seeking help. The event was a success, with the attendees enjoying the content and the effort of the YAC.

14.01.2022 https://www.fairfieldchampion.com.au//bigger-than-coffee/

13.01.2022 Need some free time? Kids need some fun after school activities? Join our FREE Kids Fun Time online group! From 4.00pm - 4:30pm take some time for yourself and relax whilst our trained staff run activities and fun engaging games with your children. To register your place, please contact Claudia: E: [email protected] M: 0432 629 114... P: (02) 9727 4333 #equalopportunity #fairfield #fairfieldlga #communityfirststep #community #kids #children #afterschoolactivities #activities #fun See more

13.01.2022 We are very excited about the Phoenix Voices of Youth Concert tomorrow. Tickets are still available - see link below.

13.01.2022 Join us tomorrow for our employment expo where you can meet with employers for potential recruitment, gain skills in our workshops and learn about further education pathways. Meet with our stall holders tomorrow and find the pathway you have been looking for! Our stall holders for tomorrow will: - Community First Step ... - Matchworks - TAB Corp - Jager Strube German Restaurant - Right2Drive - SK Cleaning - ISS Facilities - Nationwide Care Plus - Beds N Dreams - ACBC College - Alpha Omega Consulting Traineeship - IPA - Retail Ready Program - Academy Green - Centrelink - Dress for Success - RMS Pilot Program - Navitas - Navitas English - Tenda Charcoal Chicken - Australian Business Chambers - Inco Academy - FLYHT - Stride Learning - Reach For Training For more information please contact: E: [email protected] M: 0407 110 090

12.01.2022 Working in collaboration with The Parks Community Network, our Parks Occasional Care staff are working hard to deliver these much needed food hampers to the community! At Community First Step, our participants from Childrens Services and Disability Services are volunteering their time and efforts to get these resources out to those in need, and we would like to thank them for their service. If you would like more information on how you can get involved or want to see wha...t services Community First Step provides, call Reception on (02) 9727 4333. #equalopportunity #fairfield #fairfieldlga #communityfirststep #community #parksoccasionalcare #foodhampers #theparkscommunitynetwork #childrensservices #disabilityservice See more

12.01.2022 Join us for our first online Family First Parents Group! If you are looking for fun activities to do with your children and gain more knowledge and skills about parenting, register your spot now! For more information on how to register, contact Zehra on: E: [email protected] P: (02) 9727 4333

10.01.2022 Pictured: The Hon Chris Bowen MP, member for McMahon and Chief Executive Officer of Community First Step, John Gilmore Community First Step, in collaboration with The Parks Community Network Inc, have manufactured hand-sewn masks for distribution for the local community. During this COVID-19 impact, our vulnerable community members have been most at risk and to reduce this vulnerability, these masks will be distributed to the local community. We would like to thank all th...e hard work and efforts from our staff, volunteers and clients for their dedication. This initiative has seen to 500 masks being produced with more to come! If you would like to volunteer your time for creation of these masks, please contact reception on (02) 9727 4333. If you would like to read our article please click here: https://www.fairfieldchampion.com.au//community-organisa/ #cfs #theparkscommunitynetwork #communityfirststep #fairfield #fairfieldlga #community #communityservices #covidsafe See more

09.01.2022 The CFS Youth Team have been working hard checking in on our young people during this time. Due to the COVID19 impact our usual Youth Centre activities were not able to be continued and our young people were struggling to keep their minds and bodies being active. We at CFS have decided that a virtual physical fitness and mental well-being workshop is the way to support our Youth in this time. Our Youth Workers will be delivering resources for each week of the workshops as... well as information about our services to parents. We are so excited to get started! If you would like to find out more about our Youth Services, please contact Jessica on (02) 9727 4333. #CommunityFirstStep #CFS #Youth #YouthActivities #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #CreatingOpportunities #YouthWork #fairfield #fairfieldlga #community #childrensservices #disabilityservices See more

08.01.2022 Community First Step are very pleased to welcome Mr John Gilmore as the incoming CEO after an extensive executive search. The board, leadership team and all staff look forward to the initiatives which John, with his broad and varied experience will undoubtedly bring to the organisation. John commenced on Monday and has hit the ground running getting out and meeting most staff and visiting all of our services. Welcome John #CFS #Creatingopportunities #Strongleadership #NewCEO

07.01.2022 Looking for Before & After School Care for 2020 and live in the Guildford area? Enrolments are now open for OHSC at Guildford Public School. Places are LIMITED and will fill fast! BOOK TODAY by clicking on the link below.

07.01.2022 Are your children feeling bored during the COVID-19 impact? Want your children to be active and healthy whilst being at home? Our new online physical activities program for girls is launching very soon! If you are currently living in Carramar, Fairfield East, Old Guildford, Villawood or Yennora your child is eligible to join this program. For more information and to register your spot please contact Zehra on: E: [email protected] M: 0401 716 111... P: (02) 9727 4333 See more

06.01.2022 Our Community First Step Staff have been working hard this morning to deliver frozen meals to our local community. During the COVID19 impact we started the initiative to deliver frozen meals to our vulnerable families and community members. This morning our staff delivered over 500 frozen meals to The Grange Public School, Passfield Park School, Mary Brooksbank School and Sarah Redfern Public School and Sarah Redbern High school. Thank you to our staff for delivering these... meals during the cold mornings! If you or someone you know is experiencing hardship during these difficult times and would like a frozen meal, please contact our Reception on (02) 9727 4333. #CommunityFirstStep #CFS #CreatingOpportunities #ChildrensServices #Disabilityservices #Communityservices #fairfield #fairfieldlga #foodhampers #fooddeliveries #equalopportunity #publicschools See more

06.01.2022 Has COVID-19 impacted your mental health? Has it made looking for work the last thing you can think about? How has it impacted your family? Join us to talk about how we can assist you to get through this crisis and set yourself up for success post COVID-19. To register your place, please contact Claudia:... E: [email protected] M: 0432 629 114 P: (02) 9727 4333 #CommunityFirstStep #CFS #CreatingOpportunities #ChildrensServices #Disabilityservices #Communityservices #fairfield #fairfieldlga #stayconnected See more

06.01.2022 Are you looking for a flexible and quality Early Learning Centre? Is your working schedule spontaneous? Would you like some free time to do your shopping? Or are you looking for a fun and educational, social experience for your child? The Parks Early Learning and Occasional Care Centre located in Wetherill Park is now taking enrolments for 2020, we offer a flexible high quality childcare service with casual bookings available from as little as three hours to a full 8 hour day. You only pay for the time your child accesses care. ENROL TODAY by CLICKING LINK!

05.01.2022 We are so proud of Phoenix Voices of Youth for their spectacular performance. Click the link below to watch!

05.01.2022 Working in collaboration with The Parks Community Network, our Disability and Childrens Services are working hard to help deliver much needed food hampers to our community. Thank you to The Parks Community Network for this enriching opportunity for our Disability and Childrens Services participants to give back to our community! If you would like information on how you can get involved or want to see what services Community First Step provides, call Reception on (02) 97...27 4333. #equalopportunity #fairfield #fairfieldlga #covid19 #hampers #community #theparkscommunitynetwork #childrensservices #disabilityservices See more

04.01.2022 This week children St Johns Park Public School OSHC engaged in a variety of activities based on the childrens interest which develop their teamwork, social skills, self development, listening and concentrate skills. The creation of "OOSH the Scarecrow" provided the opportunity for all the children to undertake craft, sewing and working to create a brilliant addition to their vegetable garden established through funding from Stockland. Great Job. #CFS #Creatingopportunties #OSHC #Qualityeducation

03.01.2022 Our Busybags have been delivered to our families and as we can already see many of the activities are being completed! This initiative has been a great success and we would like to thank our Childrens Services staff for creating such engaging activities for the children. We would also like to extend our thanks to all parents, schools and educators for their support in the distribution of the bags. If you would like to receive a BusyBag and your child is aged 0 - 6 ye...ars old, please contact Mirna: E: [email protected] M: 0423 784 361 #childrensservices #communityservices #disabilityservices #cfs #equalopportunity #fairfield #fairfieldlga #children #athomeactivities #family #busybags See more

03.01.2022 FREE meals to locals in MacArthur Thanks Baber Rasheed from Community First Step He has been dropping cooked and packed to locals in MacArthur during COVID

01.01.2022 Looking for Before & After School Care for 2020? We have centres at St Johns Park Public School plus a centre located in Alambie Road Edensor Park. Vacation Care also available at Alambie Road Edensor Park. Places are LIMITED and will fill fast! BOOK TODAY by clicking on the link below.

01.01.2022 For the past few months, the CFS Youth Team have been running a physical health workshop, with the aim of allowing young people to keep fit and active. Here are our participants putting in the hard work during one of our sessions We have now started a partnership with Fairfield City Council to run the workshop at the Fairfield Leisure Centre with a personal trainer, after positive feedback from our participants. For more information on how you can get involved contact Terry on 0411 986 186.

01.01.2022 During this week, our CFS staff facilitated an exciting day of competition via Zoom for the children at the Allambie Vacation Care Program. The children showcased their own dances, built the tallest tower and went through an obstacle course. We at Community First Step believe in the importance of taking care of our mental and physical health and ensuring our community is allowed the opportunity to participate in these events. Despite the limitations due to the COVID19 impact, CFS is still providing support for our community. If you would like to know more about the support and services we are offering, call Reception at (02) 9727 4333. #communityfirststep #communityservices #childrensservices #covid19awareness #event #childrensevent #coronavirusawareness