Foundation 61 in Mount Duneed, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Foundation 61

Locality: Mount Duneed, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5264 1517

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25.01.2022 Today we a have been reflecting on Anchors in art - what and who Anchors you. What helps to keep you steady in rough seas?

22.01.2022 12 months ago - amazing team and such great community support. Many small businesses supporting the ride, let’s support them now.

19.01.2022 Please consider showing your support. Foundation 61 is a local charity relying on the generosity of the public, community groups, churches and philanthropic trusts to carry out the work in our community. 1. You can give online through our web page www.foundation61.org.au 2. You can call the office Tuesday - Thursday to make a donation via credit card, just ask for Caroline (03) 52641517... 3. You can make a donation by direct credit to our account Foundation 61 Gift Account BSB 633000 ACCOUNT 137206165 Leave a reference eg: Name and email us at [email protected] to arrange a receipt. 4. Cheques can be posted to PO Box 105, Newcomb Victoria 3219 All gifts $2 and over are tax deductible. See more

19.01.2022 We love to celebrate birthdays at Foundation 61. Today was Matt’s birthday made extra special with a visit form his parents and his mums delicious cakes.

18.01.2022 Great day out on the water with the Canoe's - oopsy!

18.01.2022 Congratulations to Hal Bisset (Chair), Colin Bell (Deputy Chair), Brenda Lyons (Treasurer), Michael Brugman and Kay Ward-Bisset who were last night reelected to our management committee at our AGM.

18.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.... Lest we forget. #ANZACDay2021 #lestweforget2021

17.01.2022 It’s such a joy to see past participants reaching to new heights. On leaving Foundation 61 Jason completed a PSA course and secured a casusal position at Geelong Hospital. Today he received news that he has a permanent PSA position at Geelong Hospital Emergency Department. We wish him well in his new position.

17.01.2022 Another great event highlighting Geelong and our community. #humansingeelongexpo #humansingeelong #humansingeelongexpo2020

17.01.2022 The boys have outdone themselves today in our learn local class. Stuffed capsicum with kangaroo kofta and halloumi. #learnlocal

16.01.2022 Wishing all our community a safe, happy and healthy new year. Thank you to all for your support - Foundation 61

16.01.2022 Kitchen operations #Learnlocal #lifeskills #vocationaltraining

16.01.2022 Great news for Geelong - article Geelong Independent.

15.01.2022 RU OK?- something we should be asking those in our circle not just today but everyday. If you see a change in a loved one, friend, colleague or neighbour please ask RU Ok? Encourage them to seek help and check up on them. The pictures below offer some of the available services to people seeking help and a great start is your own GP.... Now more than ever we need to be looking out for one another.

14.01.2022 How do I apply to Foundation 61? https://www.foundation61.org.au/need-helpHow do I apply to Foundation 61? https://www.foundation61.org.au/need-help

14.01.2022 Another past participant kicking goals. After battling serious life controlling issues most of my adult life i found myself being accepted into Foundation 61... Nov 2016- Dec 2017... During my journey i was given the opportunity to be Vulnerable in a safe place without judgement... I dealt with Emotional Regulation, Violence and aggression issues, PTSD and other complex issues along with a chronic addiction... The therapeutic setting with workshops cattering for woodwork and ...Metalwork, Gym, Artroom really help participants create structure and real Living, Live-in Community... I have since leaving Foundation 61 been able to gain various Cert 4 In AOD and MENTAL HEALTH and Diploma in MENTAL HEALTH and secured my own residential property and Fulltime work... I thank ALL Volunteers and staff that continue to support Foundation 61 and the Men seeking freedom from their Life controlling issues!! Cheers for the support!! Leeroy!! See more

14.01.2022 Every dollar counts. Today is International day of charity. The Royal Australian Mint has unveiled its new Donation Dollar, a $1 coin designed to be donated to charity if you find one in your coin purse or wallet.... Millions of these coins will join circulation during the next few years with the aim to release 25 million eventually or one for every Australian. So what can you do? Simply gift on the dollar to a not for profit, and make a difference through a small gesture. #donationdollar

13.01.2022 Many go through life without a biological father in their lives, but are blessed by others who take on the fathering role. It may be a step-father, grandfather, uncle, brother, neighbour or a coach who has cheered you on from the sidelines, encouraged you in reaching for your dreams, walked with you through the valleys and shared with you wisdom and hope for a brighter future. Today we honour all those who have taken on the role as a father in our lives (CL2020). This Father...’s Day we also honour those dads who have chosen recovery, those dads who have chosen to do the hard yards to overcome and be be best version of themselves. The recovery road is not easy but it is worth it. A special thought for those who today are missing their dads and feel the deep loss of a loved one no longer here, we are thinking of you today.

13.01.2022 A great event to be part of Art Of The Minds Connected Communities 2020. Register today. Free online event - great speakers and more.

12.01.2022 Foundation 61 are after a Frost Free (self defrosting) upright Fridge (fridge only) for our tuck shop. If anyone is selling one could they please contact us by sending a message. With thanks.

11.01.2022 This art piece is by our Foundation 61 ladies - Inspire Group. It was created with the help of our good friend Jules Haddock - The Anxious Bird. Our theme for 2020 was Thrive

11.01.2022 So good to see our past participants kicking goals. Luke who is pictured right with Federal Member for Corio Richard Marles has stepped up and has been volunteering with OneCare’s food security program a couple of days a week. We are incredibly proud to see Luke giving back to our community. Photo Credit - #OneCare

11.01.2022 We love to celebrate birthdays at Foundation 61 - happy birthday Jason have a wonderful day.

11.01.2022 Shopping for the Foundation 61 Family - 6 trolley loads.

11.01.2022 Pictured second from the left is Blake who today moved to our transition house after completing 6 months at Foundation 61. Well done Blake we look forward to seeing you grow in this next season.

11.01.2022 A huge shout of thanks to Grovedale Waurn Ponds Rotary for hosting us tonight and for the support past and present shown towards Foundation 61.

10.01.2022 Have you got your cupcake order in? Supporting Foundation 61 this Mothers Day.

09.01.2022 Notice of upcoming AGM - Annual General Meeting

08.01.2022 A big evening as we wait to see the Geelong Councils outcome at tonight’s meeting 7pm. Thank you to all who have faithfully believed and supported us in this journey . Link to watch tonight’s meeting is I the comments below.

07.01.2022 Today’s Art Therapy activity - was Ice-Berg. What others see and what they don’t see. First we asked around the group how others see us then we reflected on what they don't see or how we see ourselves.

06.01.2022 Today’s art therapy group looked at things we wanted to leave behind (left hand) and things we wanted to embrace or move towards (right hand). Our past and our future.

06.01.2022 Foundation 61 would like to introduce our latest staff member and support worker, Steve Brown. We are thankful to Baptist Camping who have released Steve two days a week to join us at Foundation 61.

06.01.2022 Cooking up a storm on Tuesday - life skills and vocational skills learnt. And a harvest of strawberries from our very own garden. #learnlocal #foundation61 #recovery

05.01.2022 Hi friends ART OF THE MINDS are raising funds for Foundation 61 during Mental Health Month October 2020. We would love you to share and if you can give, every dollar counts and makes a difference.

05.01.2022 For anyone interested here is the the link to Geelong Council meeting Tuesday night and the outcome for amendment to land use at Russels Rd for women’s facility. Great words of encouragement from our Council for the work of Foundation 61 - we feel incredibly humbled. Note: you will need to click the play arrow twice. https://drive.google.com//1yRGiNiEXiCknt-HILh9n3C5-6J/view

05.01.2022 Matt has always loved to draw but since being at Foundation 61 has started painting. We love when the men find hidden talents.

05.01.2022 Our amazing friends at Art of The Minds are doing an incredible job converting their events to online for 2020. One of their events a Ball and Auction that raises funds for Foundation 61 is this year a GO FUND ME to raise $5000 to sponsor one of our rooms for 12 months. Every dollar counts and every dollar makes a huge difference.... Thanks to ART of The Minds and thanks to everyone supporting this cause.

05.01.2022 Photo 1. Pig pen is ready along with shelter and water tank at the rear. Phoeo 2. Compost bays are well under way. Photo 3. The 100 raised vegetable boxes are being set out.... We have loved seeing this project gather momentum. We look forward to being able to support other community projects through this as well as see participants develop life skills and job pathways.

04.01.2022 October is just around the corner and it is also Mental Health Month 2020 - Our friends at ART of THE MINDS have some amazing events coming up (many now online). Many of these events are free to attend, you just need to register. Pop over have a look and register your interest. https://artoftheminds.org.au/

04.01.2022 Don’t forget to order your Cupcakes

03.01.2022 So proud of our Foundation 61 fellas supporting others through this pandemic. Through offerings taken up during our Sunday Church service they have supported many vulnerable and in need families In India by providing much needed food support. Well done fellas, thinking of others and making a diffirence.

01.01.2022 It’s unanimous thanks to geelong Council for their dedication and diligence in believing in this opportunity to provide for our daughters of Geelong.

01.01.2022 What a great way to finish 2020 - Marty has just completed six months at Foundation 61. He will rejoin his precious family tomorrow, here’s to new beginnings. Marty you have been a joy to have at Foundation 61 and we wish you well as you step into a new year and a happy and healthy future.

01.01.2022 Support Foundation 61 by buying Mum some cupcakes this Mothers Day - Order yours today.