Connect: Inner West Community Transport Group Inc in Marrickville, New South Wales | Community organisation

Connect: Inner West Community Transport Group Inc

Locality: Marrickville, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9558 6800

Address: Unit C, 6 Carrington Road 2204 Marrickville, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.lctg.net.au/

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25.01.2022 With Covid19 restrictions continuing to ease, Connect will now take more people in our vehicles, getting you where you want to go, when you want to get there! We understand it has been frustrating to miss out on fabulous social outings on offer since earlier this year when the restrictions were enforced. Come the new year, our bus trips will no longer be restricted to 8 people, so clients are less likely to miss out. Book now to secure your place on any of our outings. Alternatively visit our website or call 9558 6800 for more information.

24.01.2022 The gang is back on tour! Connect was excited to head out today on its maiden (post lock-down) voyage with Gordon at the helm! Todays adventure included a drive to Kiama for a spot of lunch and sight seeing. The weather was fantastic and was a great way to kick off the social outings program again.... If you want to take part in any of our upcoming outings, call the office on 9558 6800 to secure your spot as places are limited and filling fast. We are currently scheduling trips on Monday, Tuesday and Fridays until further notice. Coming up - trips to the Central Coast and Blue Mountains. Tell your friends!!

24.01.2022 Connect recently visited Fagan Park to see the lovely gardens beginning to bloom as we leap into spring. To join us on any of our upcoming outings, call us on 9558 6800, or visit our website for more information on our services and to view our calendar. www.connectinnerwest.org.au

23.01.2022 Local parliamentarian (and self-proclaimed ‘proud inner-westie’), Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill recently spoke in NSW Parliament recognising the vital services that Connect: Inner West Community Transport Group Inc have been providing to our older people within the community during the Covid19 pandemic. Jo is a strong advocate for women, the elderly and disabled, LGBTI people and families, groups that Connect strives to help every day. If you, a family member, or someone you know, would benefit from the opportunity to interact socially with members of the community, or find any of our services of assistance call 9558 6800 visit our website for more details.

23.01.2022 Connect invites you to join us on another adventure. This time it's Newcastle or bust! Come with us and take in the rich scenery, history and culture the Lower Hunter region has to offer. Places are filling fast. Call us on 9558 6800 for more information or to secure your spot.

22.01.2022 Connect is happy to present another Inside Outing! Even though we are all busting to get outside, there are loads of things to do indoors while we await the return of Connects beloved social outings. For those of you missing the theatre and other cultural activities, you might enjoy this new offering from the Sydney Theatre Company. ... Over the coming weeks, STC will be releasing a series of short, personal videos made by some of your favourite actors, directors and writers. Stay tuned.....

22.01.2022 Connect clients enjoyed an outing to the Blue Mountains this week to visit the beautiful Campbell Rhododendron Gardens in Blackheath. This is just one of the many wonderful outings available in the spring and summer calendars. Visit our website to pick an outing that you would like to join us on, or find out about many of the other services we have available, including shopping, medical and social.... www.connectinnerwest.org.au

21.01.2022 The crew from Connect set off on tour today for an overnight adventure to Camden Valley Inn. Connect staff Erica and Dev, along with 15 of their closest friends started the day with a visit to Genetically Gifted, an Equine breeding facility, where they were met by the owner Karen, who took time to introduce some of the beautiful horses she looks after and tell the the group about what they do. After a visit to Warragamba Dam, some amazing treats for lunch at Cobbitty BakeHo...use and a spin around the Australian Botanical Gardens, day 1 drew to a close, though we still have loads of places to visit and activities in store for our intrepid travellers on day 2. Stay tuned.. If you would like to be part of one of our fabulous trips or social outings, call us on 9558 6800 to book your place, or visit the website for more information. Get there with Care!

21.01.2022 Are you looking forward to the return of social outings as much as we are? If you have a great idea about where we should go, let us know! Maybe you have an idea of somewhere to go on a day trip, or perhaps youve got a plan for an entire weekend away! No matter how big or small, leave your ideas here in the comments, or email us at [email protected]... www.connectinnerwest.org.au

21.01.2022 Connect is honoured to partner with the Addison Rd Community Centre Food Pantry to assist them with the delivery of food hampers direct to the homes of the vulnerable. Pictured are Brett Andrews (CEO) and Su Tozer, from Connect, loading up all the hampers ready for delivery. If you have a friend or family member who may need assistance with shopping or medical transport (or would enjoy one of our social outings in the future!), please contact us on 9558 6800 to discuss how we can help, or visit our website www.connectinnerwest.org.au for more details.

20.01.2022 The Connect office will be closed between Christmas and New year. We will close from Friday, 25 December 2020 and reopen on Monday, 4 January 2021. During this time pre-booked and prepaid shopping services will continue to run on Tuesday, 29 December and Wednesday, 30 December only. If you require a place on one of these services, you must book and pay prior to Friday, 18 December to secure your spot as numbers are strictly limited.... Call the office on 9558 6800 for more information. Why not take the time to peruse our Summer calendar over the break? Choose some fantastic social outings to join us on in 2021.

20.01.2022 Connect provides a door-to-door individual transport service getting you where you need to go, when you need to go. Our service is like a taxi service for people who need a bit of extra assistance. We have a car with a trained driver who will assist you from your home to the car, drive you to where you need to go and then help you from the car to your destination. Whether you have an appointment, are visiting friends, or would just like to have your hair done, Connect will ge...t you there with care. Call us on 9558 6800 for assistance, or visit our website to find out more about our range of services available. www.connectinnerwest.org.au

20.01.2022 Our Spring Outings Calendar is available. We have loads of fantastic outings on offer. There are picnics, gardens, boat rides and an overnight trip to Camden Valley. Theres is something for everyone! Places are strictly limited due to social distancing measures in place, so call early to secure your spot. For more information on our outings, or to peruse our spring calendar, visit our website. ... https://connectinnerwest.org.au/services/social-transport/ See more

20.01.2022 Our group of day trippers were blessed with clear blue skies for their visit to Stanwell Tops last week. Just one of the fantastic outings on our social calendar this spring. To join us on any of our upcoming adventures call 9558 6800 to book a place, or visit our website for more information. ... www.connectinnerwest.org.au Get there with Care!

20.01.2022 How to make your own face mask! If you dont like the look of those boring standard face masks why not fancy up your ensemble and make your own?! Pick your own fabric and follow a few simple steps. If youre looking for somewhere to wear your newly fashioned face mask, check out our outings calendar. Due to social distancing measures, places are strictly limited on all outings, so book early by calling 9558 6800 to secure your spot.

19.01.2022 While the COTA information Hub is temporarily closed due to Covid19, help is still available over the phone. The team can help you understand how to navigate the complex Aged Care System. Call COTA NSW on 8268 9601 or 0438 431 817 between 9am and 4.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday for assistance. #Communitytransport #connect

18.01.2022 Anyone say wine o’clock? We have 2 seats left on a fabulous outing to Gledswood Homestead & Winery on Friday 23rd October. On the way to the winery, we will have brunch at a local eatery, followed by a visit to the Australian Botanic Gardens.... After a stroll around taking in the spring blooms, we will end the day with wine and cheese. What could be better than that?? Call the office now on 9558 6800 to secure your place on this great day out. There are only 2 seats left. Don’t miss out! To see this and all the other outings available on our Spring social calendar visit our website. Social distancing is observed at all times, so spots on each outing are strictly limited. Get there with care!

18.01.2022 NSW Premier the Hon. Gladys Berejiklian MP visited Addison Road Community Organisation in Marrickville today to witness the amazing work carried out daily in the community by volunteers and local organisations. Connect: Inner West partners with the Addison Road Food Pantry, assisting with the transport logistics of getting basic food staples to those who need it most. Our continued assistance enables the Food Pantry to increase its outreach to meet growing demand. The Addis...on Road Food Pantry is a unique grocery shop that rescues nearly two tonnes of fruit, vegetables, bread and other quality food each week from being thrown into landfill and passes it on at highly affordable rates to the community. During the Covid19 pandemic, the Pantry ramped up their operations, putting together emergency Covid relief boxes for community organisations, helping those who may not be able to readily access or afford supplies. Presently, Connect provides vehicles and drivers each week to transport of 100+ boxes of food to Food Pantry partner the Jesuit Refugee Centre in Westmead, an amazing organisation advocating for and supporting refugees and those seeking asylum in Australia. Other community organisations such as sport and media personality Craig Foster's 'Play For Lives' have also been instrumental during this time, providing much needed hands on support to the Food Pantry. It is fantastic to see the Premier take the time to visit such worthwhile charities and see firsthand the wonderful work the staff and volunteers of these organisations undertake each and every day for the inner west community. For more details about this, and other services Connect provides with the community, visit our website or call 9558 6800.

18.01.2022 Connect: Inner West continues to partner with the Addi Road Food Pantry, getting basic staples to those who need it most. Our continued assistance enables the Food Pantry to increase its outreach to meet growing demand beyond their current capacity to deliver. Presently, Connect is facilitating the additional transportation of 100+ boxes of food each week on behalf of the Food Pantry, to the Jesuit Refugee Centre in Westmead, an amazing organisation which serves and advocates for refugees and people seeking asylum and other forcibly displaced people within Australia. For more information on our available services and ways in which we serve the local community, visit our website.

17.01.2022 Bookings are now open for the July August social outings calendar. As the weather becomes cooler, we are fortunate to see the continuation of establishments reopening their doors, so that we are able to once again offer a wider variety of choices to our clients. We are continuing to limit the number of clients on each outing in order to practice social distancing, and are favouring long scenic drives and visits to lookouts and places of interest. However as the restricti...ons continue to ease, we look forward to offering all our usual outings again in the spring. Call the office on 9558 6800 to secure your place on any of our upcoming outings, or to inquire about our other services including, medical, shopping and individual transport requirements.

16.01.2022 The Sydney Opera House is offering a unique experience, "From our House to yours". Whilst we bunker down, take your pick from the weekly program of live recordings, never-before-seen footage, as well as podcasts, articles, videos and more. A reminder that Connect is also still here during this time to assist with all your shopping, medical and other individual transport needs. Call us on 9558 6800.

16.01.2022 Each day, we review how we deliver our essential services as NSW (and Australia) deals with the coronavirus. As NSW Public Orders are made and amended, so too does the way we offer our services. On Sunday, 2 August 2020 the NSW Chief Health Officer strongly encouraged the wearing of masks in situations where physical distancing is hard to maintain. Community transport is an essential service and on that basis we continue to provide our vital shopping, shuttle, medical, and ...individual transport services, and welcome new clients. Our social outings continue to operate - with some Covid safe modifications - and will do so until advised otherwise. Our winter calendar is available and bookings are open now. Contact the office on 9558 6800 or visit our website for more information.

16.01.2022 Gunawirra CEO Graham Toomey has been nominated for the Best Technology Achievement by an Indigenous Australian in the Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Award...s The online videos were created for isolated Aboriginal families during the pandemic. Watch the videos on our website https://lnkd.in/dDgcK-6 or subscribe to our YouTube channel: Gunawirra Ltd. The Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Awards recognise the very best in technology innovation and excellence by organisations and individuals in the Australian not-for-profit sector. Attending the all-virtual awards is completely free, so if you're at a loose end this Friday, why not show your support for our IT heroes? Congratulations to all the finalists. @connectingup #awards #nfptechawards #webinar #technology #online #itheroes #gunawirra #indigenous #indigenousaustralian #aboriginalculture

16.01.2022 Today our trippers visited Warragamba Dam which is currently nice and full at 86% of its capacity. Last time we visited the dam there was barely a drop of water to spare! If you would like to join us on any upcoming outings, call 9558 6800 to secure your place. Our full social calendar can be found on our website. www.connectinnerwest.org.au... (Photo courtesy of our bus assistant / photographer Kristy Gregory)

15.01.2022 Connect has shopping services running several times a week to Leichhardt Marketplace and Marrickville Metro. We pick you up at your door, and drop you and your shopping home again. Rest assured that Connect is practicing social distancing as required to ensure the safety and well-being of our clients at all times. To book onto a shopping trip, call the office on 9558 6800.... Visit our website for details of other services available. www.connectinnerwest.org.au See more

15.01.2022 Social Distancing at Warragamba Dam! If you would like to join us on one of our fantastic social outings, or book any of our other available services, please call the office on 9558 6800 or visit our website for more information. www.conectinnerwest.org.au

14.01.2022 Resilience in the Age of COVID: Older Women’s Take on Poverty & The Way Forward Join the conversation on what older women have to say about the impact of COVID-19, and what we need to focus on as a country to deal with its fallout. Prior to COVID-19, older women were the fastest growing cohort amongst the homeless and the situation has not improved with the pandemic. Instead, this recession will also hit older women hard.

14.01.2022 Connect's very own Julius Grafton has released his book - 'This could be serious'. Don't miss out on securing yourself a copy!! Choose from the family friendly G-rated version, or the R-rated version - if you want to read all the juicy bits!!... ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CREWCARE, a not-for-profit charity focused on improving the welfare of Australian technical and creative live production professionals and their families. Get your copy now.

14.01.2022 Its International Cocktail Day! And on this, or any other day, Connect is on hand to ensure you dont run short of supplies. Our door-to-door shopping, medical and individual transport services are continually operating ensuring you get where you need to go, safely.... Call us on 9558 6800 to make a booking. Cheers!!

13.01.2022 Connect: Inner West Community Transport Group Inc. is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday 21 September 2020 @ 1pm. All members are invited to attend. Numbers are strictly limited for those attending in the office to ensure safe social distancing.... For all bookings and inquires phone the office on 9558 6800

13.01.2022 HISTORY WEEK 2020 Historically, there would be a host of wonderful live events to attend during history week, however this year the schedule is geared towards online events. There are pod casts, videos, online walking tours, live talks, and exhibition and an e-book launch. The events on this years program are still historical and are very free!... The program runs from 5-13 September, 2020.

12.01.2022 Learn everything you need to know to help you navigate the aged care system. While the COTA information Hub is temporarily closed due to Covid19, help is still available over the phone, via video link or email. The team can help you understand: how the aged care system works; how to orgnanise home care or residential care;... the different ways that aged care is funded; decide whether a Home Care Package is right for you. They can also sit with you and help you to fill in forms, apply for services, navigate the website or phone the centre directly. Assistance is available in Chinese and Mandarin. Call COTA NSW on 8268 9601 or 0438 431 817 between 9am and 4.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday. If there is no answer, they may be on another call, so please leave a message, or email [email protected] For information on Connects services, visit our website www.connectinnerwest.

10.01.2022 I think we all wish we could be like Edna!!!

10.01.2022 Connect are offering our clients an overnight trip away, staying at the lovely Camden Valley Inn. The cost of the trip is $200 for a twin share, or $270 if you would prefer your own room. For those seeking a room-mate, we can try and match you up with another participant travelling on their own or bring a friend!... Tour inclusions are as follows: * 1 night accommodation at Camden Valley Inn, with full breakfast. * 2 course dinner at Camden Valley Inn. * Entry fees to parks, activities and historical places of interest. * Return Bus fare for 2 days travel. With social distancing practices in place, spots are strictly limited, so call the office on 9558 6800 to secure your booking or to inquire about any of our other services. Get there with Care!

09.01.2022 Our clients enjoyed a drive through the suburbs to see the Christmas lights this week. This is just one of the many wonderful outings available in the summer calendar. If you think this is something you, your parent or other family member might enjoy, visit our website to pick an outing to join us on, or find out about many of the other services we have available, including shopping, medical and social, or call us on 9558 6800 for more information. www.connectinnerwest.org.au

09.01.2022 Connect is going cashless! Connect has made the decision to move towards cashless (and cheque-less) transacting. We are still accepting cash at this time, but encourage our clients to begin the transition to electronic payment options soon. The elimination of cash is not specifically Covid19 related, but is an important consideration due to the vulnerability of our client base. The change is also intended to increase efficiency - enabling our drivers and bus assistants more... time on the welfare of our clients, and less handling payments. We have recently equipped all vehicles with Square payment terminals, allowing our clients contact-less payment via credit or debit card. Clients can also to pay for their trips and bookings over the phone. If you would like more information about our new payment methods, please call the office on 9558 6800. Visit our website for information about the services we offer the community. www.connectinnerwest.org.au. Spring Calendar Don't forget our Spring calendar is available. Due to social distancing measures, spots are limited so book early to secure your place. Get there with Care!

09.01.2022 Cashless Covid! The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many retailers to reconsider the use of cash, and many are now opting to go cashless. Clients should be mindful of this shift when going on outings or shopping trips, ensuring they have means of payment in locations that cash may not be accepted.... Connect has also made the decision to move towards cashless (and cheque-less) transacting. We are still accepting cash at this time, but encourage our clients to begin the transition to electronic payment options soon. The elimination of cash is not specifically Covid19 related, but is an important consideration due to the vulnerability of our client base. The change is also intended to increase efficiency - enabling our drivers and bus assistants more time on the welfare of our clients, and less handling payments. We have recently equipped all vehicles with Square payment terminals, allowing our clients contact-less payment via credit or debit card. Clients can also to pay for their trips and bookings over the phone. Dont forget our Spring calendar OUT NOW! Due to social distancing measures, spots are limited so book early by calling 02 9558 6800 to secure your place.

09.01.2022 Our clients enjoyed a wonderful trip to the Aquarium last week followed by a leisurely lunch on the wharf, taking in the beauty of Sydney Harbour. This is just one of the many wonderful outings available in our outings calendar. To book, or for information about our outings or any of the other services we have available, including shopping, medical and social, call us on 9558 6800. ... Or visit our website (which Facebook no longer allows us to link for your convenience!!! www.connectinnerwest(.org.au)

09.01.2022 Connect is proud to partner with the Addison Road Community Organisation, helping food get to people who need it most.

08.01.2022 Connect clients enjoyed a wonderful day on the Hawkesbury River yesterday, on board The Riverboat Postman. This informative and entertaining cruise took our group approximately 40km up river to deliver mail and other daily essentials to those more isolated residents. Don't miss out on our next cruise, or any of the fabulous outings we have scheduled for the summer.... Visit our website now to see the new calendar and book your place. https://connectinnerwest.org.au//community-outings-calend/

07.01.2022 The Connect team would like to wish all our clients, and the inner west community a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year! We remind you that that our office will be closed from Friday 25 December, 2020 and will reopen on Monday 4 January, 2021. Pre-booked and pre-paid shopping services only will be running during this time. The booking window for these services has now closed. This is the perfect time to put your Community Cabcharge card to use. You can use th...is facility to take a taxi at any time during our closure period when we are unable to provide transport to you. You can visit friends and family, travel to appointments, or anything you choose. Get where you want to go, when you want to go! We have a huge variety of social outings on offer for you to enjoy in the New year, so be sure and peruse the summer calendar to find yourself an outing to join us on next year. We thank you for your continued support throughout the year and look forward to seeing you all in 2021. Get there with Care!

07.01.2022 "Can a street sign end racism? Not likely, but it can start a hard conversation." #RACISMNOTWELCOME

07.01.2022 The new Ashfield Aquatic Centre is opening soon and offering Foundation Memberships. There is no joining fee and pensioners can take advantage of this offer for only $22.61 per fortnight. This special offer is only for those who join before the centre opens and is for new members of Inner West Aquatics only.... This membership will give you access to all the facilities, classes and pools at Ashfield Aquatic Centre as well as Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre and Dawn Fraser Baths at no extra charge. There are several classes specifically designed for seniors. Connect can provide you with transport to and from the new Ashfield Aquatic Centre, or any other locations you care to go. Just call the office on 9558 6800 to make a booking. Get there with care!

07.01.2022 Learn with Leep!! Leep is an organisation focusing on building digital skills and confidence. They work to close the digital divide and reduce social and economic exclusion. Due to Covid-19, Leep is mainly offering support via phone or video chat. In safe and supported areas, Tech Mates and Learners can meet at a mutually agreed location.... Visit Leep's website for more information on accessing programs, or call 1300 163 106 to speak with someone and find out how you can ‘Learn with Leep’. Be sure an visit our website to find out about all the wonderful services Connect provides directly to the inner west community.

07.01.2022 The results are in! Marrickville has been rated as number 10 of the 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world! Timeout magazine surveyed thousands of people and asked local experts to rank the greatest places right now for fun, food, culture and community. And, no surprise, Marrickville makes it to the top 10. Of course the locals could have predicted such a result - but always nice to have those suspicions confirmed!... Read what they have to say about our small neck of the woods.

06.01.2022 Step into Spring! Connect has a host of wonderful outings coming up in the Spring Calendar. Our social outings remain very popular and continue to operate in a slightly restricted format. The Saturday Weekend Wanderer has recommenced operating fortnightly. We have scheduled a few extra mystery tours this spring so that we can leave openings for additional outings, as and when places re-open. We have also included some outings which were cancelled in the previous calen...dar due to Covid restrictions, so you have another chance to visit places you may have missed. Places are limited, so call us on 9558 6800 to secure your spot. #communitytransport #social #seniors #community #NDIS

06.01.2022 Important information to clients about our office and social distancing. From time to time, clients drop into our office here in Marrickville. While were usually happy to see our clients, Connect is continuing to practice social distancing. To that end, we ask that clients do not attend our office for any reason until further notice. We have had measures in place for months now to separate staff (and groups of staff) and clients so that we can continue to provide our essent...ial services without disruption. We cannot accommodate the increasing client visits to our office without putting our operations at unnecessary risk. We are committed to the health and safety of staff and clients and have adjusted the way we delivers our services to maximise the social distancing of our clients and staff for everyones health and safety. So please, just call 9668 6800 and speak with one of our staff in the first instance.

06.01.2022 Community transport is an essential service, and on that basis we continue to provide vital services to the community and take on new clients. Our shopping, shuttle and medical services have continued throughout, and we are now excited to recommence our social outings service, in a restricted format. Our June Calendar is available now and bookings are being taken. Please contact us on 9558 6800 if you wish to book transport for any of our services.... Get there with care!

05.01.2022 Missing our social outings? Isolation becoming a bit of a bore? Let Connect take you on a tour of Sydney Living Museums from the comfort and warmth of your armchair. A Thousand Words presents 100 of the most compelling photographic images from the rich collections of Sydney Living Museums and the NSW State Archives, taken between the 1880s and the 1980s.... In addition to this exhibition there are loads of other wonderful collections and stories surrounding our rich history for you to enjoy. We look forward to re-commencing our regular social outings as soon as we are able, but until then stay tuned for more of Connects Indoor Outings!

04.01.2022 ON THE ROAD AGAIN! We are super excited to be able to offer our social outings again. Outings will commence from tomorrow, Tuesday 19th May. Whilst the easing of restrictions permits, we will offer the outings on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. The outings will generally consist of scenic drives and lunch. You can opt to bring your own packed lunch, or grab a takeaway at one of our designated stops.... In line with social distancing requirements we will be taking small groups only - so get in quick and call 9558 6800 to secure your place. We cant wait to see you back on the road again!

04.01.2022 The Footprints Ecofestival is an annual event held by Inner West Council. This year it has become Footprints Online, offering panel discussions, webinars and videos on sustainability issues relevant to Inner West residents. Listen podcasts about climate, the local economy and sustainable food systems. Speakers will include the ABCs Richard Aedy and Costa Georgiadis, authors Rebecca Huntley and Patrice Newell, youth advocates Jean Hinchcliffe and Manu Prigoni, and local sus...tainability innovators Amy Croucher and Eli Bramborova. There will be a cooking demonstration from Cornersmiths Alex ElliotHowery and even a childrens drawing activity with Artspark Studio. For the full program visit the Inner West Council Website For activities outside the home, Connect is still running social outings in a restricted format. Places are limited, so call us on 9558 6800 to secure your spot.

04.01.2022 Join us on the Riverboat Postman run. The first Riverboat Postman started the run in 1910 and the tradition continues today - delivering mail to those in the area who are not accessible by road. Come aboard where you will enjoy tea, coffee and homemade Anzac biscuits, not to mention a pretty fab lunch!... The historic Hawkesbury River mailboat is a fantastic day out! Social distancing is being maintained and as such places are limited. Call 9558 6800 now to secure your place. Visit our website for details of this, and a host of other great outings on the spring calendar. www.connectinnerwest.org.au

04.01.2022 The Connect crew have divvied up between home and office as we take measures to social distance while continuing to provide ongoing services for our valued clients! Thanks to video conferencing technology however, we still get to check in and see each other "in person". For continual updates on our services and other measures currently in place for the safety of our staff and clients, go to our website. www.connectinnerwest.org.au

04.01.2022 For our clients who are finding it difficult to get to the shops and are effected by the lockdown guidelines in place, we can help with supplies from The Addison Road Food Pantry! The Addison Road Food Pantry is providing food hampers to Connect Inner West clients. The hampers will be delivered direct to your door by our staff. To take advantage of this wonderful offer, please contact us on 9558 6800 and speak to our friendly staff for assistance.

03.01.2022 Strong Mothers is an organisation which aims to help heal generational trauma and present day trauma, creating a better future for Aboriginal women and their children. Connect provides transport to mothers and babies each week to attend the Strong Mothers centre in Annandale to access the range of services available, which include (but are not limited to) Art Therapy, Cultural Learning, Dental Services, Community and TAFE learning, and funding support. While Strong Mothers is... not an Aboriginal organisation, it does have a central focus on Aboriginal mothers, and strives to help as any mothers as possible. To refer a mother to this program, volunteer, make media inquiries or contribute resources such as food or professional services please contact Norma Tracey on 0448 419 049 or visit their website. If you require transport to attend the Strong Mothers program, or need assistance with any other transport needs, Connect can assist with a range of services. Contact us on 9558 6800 or visit our website for more details.

03.01.2022 It's International Cocktail Day! And on this, or any other day, Connect is on hand to ensure you don't run short of supplies. Our door-to-door shopping, medical and individual transport services are continually operating ensuring you get where you need to go, safely.... Call us on 9558 6800 to make a booking. Cheers!!

03.01.2022 What are you doing on the weekend? Connect runs its ‘Weekend Wanderer service every second Saturday, giving you the opportunity to get out and about on the weekend with friends and family to visit a variety of destinations. Last week we visited Sydney Zoo, and our upcoming trips include Symbio Wildlife Park, Lunatiques for all your antiques and collectibles, and a couple of mystery tours.... Places are strictly limited, so if you wish to secure a place on any of our fantastic outings in the Spring Calendar, call the office on 9558 6800 now. In addition to the Weekend Wanderer service, Connect offers a variety of outings each and every week. We visit parks and gardens, galleries, wineries, zoos, places of historical interest, as well as the odd boat trip! There is truly something for everyone. Peruse our Spring Calendar to find something for you. The health of our clients and staff is paramount, so places are limited on each trip to ensure social distancing measures are observed. Get there with care.

02.01.2022 Connect are celebrating Christmas early at The Gardens on Forest. This very special Christmas in July celebration package includes a welcome drink, 2 course sit down traditional Christmas lunch with tea/coffee, themed dining room and show. The show includes a special guest entertainer, the renowned Christian Bischoff, who has dazzled people from around the world with his voice at such events as Carols by Candlelight, on the QE11 and, New Yorks Madison Square Garden.... The cost to attend is $50. Social distancing rules will be observed, and as such places are strictly limited. Call the office now to secure your spot. For details of this, and our other upcoming social outings, be sure and have a look at our new winter calendar. Get there with Care!

01.01.2022 Connect has recently launched an advertising campaign at Marrickville Metro. We were honoured to include some of our wonderful clients and staff members. Click on the below link to see images included in the campaign, and of our models enjoying their outing! A reminder that all shopping, medical and other individual transport services continue to run, and our social outings have also resumed. Places are limited on these outings as we continue to practice social distancing ...for your safety. Call the office on 9558 6800 to make a booking.

01.01.2022 Are you eligible for a rebate on your Sydney Water bill? If you own and live in a residential property, Sydney Water offers concession rebates on water bills if you meet certain eligibility criteria. Speaking of water - Connect has an upcoming outing to Warragamba Dam. If you are interested in this, or any of our other fabulous outings, call us on 9558 6800.

01.01.2022 Connect has been working alongside Gunnawirra for two years now, supporting the organisation by providing culturally safe transport services for women and their young children attending Gunawirras base in Rozelle. Heading up Gunawirra is Graham Toomey, a proud Wiradjuri and Wongaibon man from western NSW. In addition to his role as CEO of Gunawirra, Graham is also an incredibly talented artist. On behalf of Connect, General Manager, Brett Andrews was honoured last week to a...ccept a piece of Grahams art as a gesture of appreciation for Connects support. The artwork features the goanna, which is a totem for the Wiradjuri people, protecting them on their sacred lands. Visit https://gunawirra.org.au/ to learn more about the fantastic programs in place for Aboriginal women and children. To arrange transportation to Gunawirra or for any other of Connects services, please call the office on 9558 6800.