Junction Australia in Adelaide, South Australia | Non-profit organisation

Junction Australia

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8203 5700

Address: 168 Greenhill Road 5063 Adelaide, SA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Looking for a podcast to pass the time? There's no better time than now to tune into Growing Strong - our podcast series celebrating the resilience of the incredible people we work with every day. Check out the trailer below! Listen to all 6 episodes now: https://junctionpodcast.org.au/... #podcast #resilience #southaustralia #community #growingstrong

24.01.2022 Ask. Listen. Encourage action. Check in. Lets keep the conversation going. Find out more here: https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

24.01.2022 Today, we start a six day circuit breaker to help curb the second wave of COVID-19 in our State. While our offices and sites are temporarily closed, our staff continue to work remotely to support South Australians.

23.01.2022 You can still receive emergency help if it is not safe to speak, or you cannot speak. When a 000 caller doesnt respond to the operator's question 'Emergency. P...olice? Fire? Ambulance?' the call is transferred to an interactive voice response (IVR). The IVR asks you to press '55' if you require emergency help. If you dont press '55' after being asked three times, your call will be disconnected. If you press '55' you will be connected to the police. If you are still unable to speak, the police will attempt to call you back and might also send a patrol car to your address. Police will use the address for the service (which would usually be either your home or billing address). This means it is important to make sure that your telco has the most up-to-date address details for your phone services. If you are calling from a mobile service and are not at your service address, police will try to locate you and respond to your request. But this may not always be possible without an address or accurate location information. If you can speak and provide your location, you should do so. This will ensure police can respond quickly. Advanced mobile location technology, which can provide latitude and longitude coordinates of the mobile handset location should be available later in 2020. This will help to locate callers who are not calling from their service address. https://www.acma.gov.au/emergency-calls

22.01.2022 Seaford Meadows Community Development Officer Caitlin and Womens Group Facilitator Jennifer at the launch of the new Seaford Meadows Womens Group yesterday! Much fun, chatter, laughter and doughnuts were enjoyed by all. For more information on Womens Group email Jen on [email protected]

21.01.2022 A collaborative project between Junction and Fleurieu Families, the Butterflies group is a safe and confidential support group based in Victor Harbor for women to share their experiences with each other. If you've ever felt in need of support, please reach out. For more information or to book, contact Kerry on 8551 0553 or 0439 824 812.

21.01.2022 See if you can spot Adele, from our Family Based Care team, in this beautiful video. https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=z9044OaWHdM

21.01.2022 Spread the word.

20.01.2022 Domestic violence support continues to be available 24/7 in South Australia. Anyone who needs help is urged to call these hotlines and in an emergency, call th...e police. Stay safe everyone and check in with your loved ones. As a community, we all play a part in ensuring we’re looking after each other at this tough time.

19.01.2022 We've got this SA. As we press pause to give us the best possible chance to combat the spread of COVID in our community, keep up to date with trusted information here: https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/

18.01.2022 Our Placemaking team out and about in our neighbourhoods....Here we have Junction's Amelia with Ria and her beautiful canaries (if you can spot them!)

18.01.2022 Cassandra is now looking forward to a bright future for her family. Finding a safe and stable home has been at the heart of this. #freedomtothrive

17.01.2022 Thankyou Lou for all you do! Our attempt at poetry doesnt do justice to the commitment you have put in over many years to support our centre at Hackham and our community in the south. #volunteering #grateful

16.01.2022 When Housing Manager Bev discovered she would be undertaking Ron's next housing inspection on his 90th birthday she knew she couldn't go empty handed! Bev made Ron's day with a cake complete with sparkling candles to celebrate this very special milestone.

16.01.2022 Our hearts are warmed by stories of enduring partnerships across our neighbourhoods. Denise and George, married for, in their own words a very long time happy and more grateful than ever. #freedomtothrive

15.01.2022 We just want to say thankyou. Thankyou to the mainland for the love weve received.and dont forget about us....We're still here. We're still KI" - A special message from KI locals and Junction staff Maree Baldwin and Bec Davis. Looking for a school holiday getaway? What about the Island closest to home? Accommodation still available across the Island. #seesouthaustraliaau #HolidayHere #BookThemOut

15.01.2022 Staying on top of your finances and budget can be difficult under the best of circumstances. In partnership with Junction, UnitingCare Wesley Bowden - UCWB offers free financial counselling services to Junction tenants. Each session is supported by qualified, compassionate and independent financial counsellors who help put you back in control of your finances. Appointments are offered weekly either face-to-face or by phone or Zoom. Contact the Placemaking team on 8275 8700 for more information.

15.01.2022 Looking for a fun, outdoor activity this school holidays? Our FREE Family Skate Day is happening this Friday (April 16) at Seaford Skate Park - be sure to book your tickets via Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/145356488169

15.01.2022 How’s the serenity? Drift into the weekend with this view......captured just a short walk down the hill from our Community Centre on Kangaroo Island.

15.01.2022 This program will start early next year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. If you are interested or would like more information, please email [email protected]

15.01.2022 If you need assistance or would like to make an appointment, please call us in the first instance. #COVID19

15.01.2022 Tenants are already digging deep with entries starting to come through for this year's garden competition! Enter by emailing [email protected] with images of your garden along with your name, address, contact number and a small blurb on what gardening means to you. If you don't have access to email, need assistance sending pictures or have any other questions, please call the Placemaking team on 8275 8700. Categories are:... Best Front Garden Best Rear Garden Best Veggie Patch Most Creative Garden/Feature Most Attractive Low Maintenance Garden Most Sustainable Garden Entries close October 30. In the meantime, here's some inspiration from one of our tenants in the southern suburbs!

14.01.2022 Have you visited your local library lately? While libraries still provide a great range of reading material for leisure or research, their offerings have expanded significantly over the years and are now, more than ever, great places to connect with your community. For more information visit https://www.libraries.sa.gov.au/cli/en_AU/sapubliclibraries

14.01.2022 Wishing everyone a safe and restful Easter long weekend. Please note that our offices will be closed during this time. If you live in a Junction property and have an urgent maintenance request, please call 8210 7010.

14.01.2022 Thought for the week from the garden of one of our tenants - a strong woman whose own courage inspires us!

14.01.2022 In line with State Government COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, please note the following changes to our offices and services. https://junctionaustralia.org.au///changes-to-services-1-1

13.01.2022 A new Junction initiative connecting South Australians who have experienced homelessness, like Sue and Alan, (pictured here) to others with similar lived experiences is paving the way for shared and more secured private rental opportunities. Read more here: https://junctionaustralia.org.au//a-place-with-a-view-to-t

12.01.2022 Let Junction volunteer Ken take you for a tour of our Kangaroo Island Community Centre's Community Garden.see the plants in all their glory and hear the stories behind them and this wonderful resource. (Special mention to the amazing Sophie Thomson for her inspiration and hands on support to reinvigorate this space.)

12.01.2022 Sending love and thanks to all the dads and father figures out there on this Fathers Day. No matter the journey or the title, we recognise you today and every day.

11.01.2022 Its not every day you meet a real rock star and downright good bloke. Today we did just that. This is John Dalzell bass player in the great Aussie 90s band, Johnny Diesel and the Injectors .a Junction tenant and true legend in his own right. Let John lead you into the weekend with this awesome original, Waters Fine. Take it away Johnny look forward to sharing your story soon.

11.01.2022 Time for a spring clean? Our latest podcast will be a great place to start! In episode three of our Growing Strong series, we speak with decluttering expert, Amelia Milli Balmer (To Keep Or Not To Keep). When Milli got married, her husband came with some serious baggage in a literal sense - a train carriage, a vintage bus, a phone box and 10 cars (just to name a few of his belongings!). Today, shes found a career in rightsizing - and has some incredible stories, along wi...th some great tips, from the lives shes helped to turn around. Rightsize your life. Available now from Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts: https://junctionpodcast.org.au

10.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 acknowledges and celebrates that our nation’s story didn’t begin with documented European contact. The very first footprints on this continent were those belonging to First Nations peoples.

10.01.2022 WE'RE HIRING // Family Based Care - Case Manager Are you passionate about advocating for children and young people to ensure they reach their full potential? With the rapid growth of our Family Based Care team, we have an exciting new opportunity for the ideal candidate. Operating from a trauma-informed perspective, our children will be the focus of your work as you strive to support carers and empower successful placements and outcomes.... Join our team and make a difference today: https://applynow.net.au//JA384-family-based-care-case-mana

10.01.2022 Coming soon...Growing Strong our very own podcast series celebrating the resilience of the incredible people we work with every day. In our emotion-charged first episode, we speak with Junctions own Bec Davis and Maree Baldwin from our Kangaroo Island Community Centre about the devastating bushfires earlier this year and how they have summoned the strength to support their Island home rise from the ashes. Listen and subscribe from Thursday 27 August on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

09.01.2022 Making sure they know that just because you walk out the door at the end of the shift doesnt mean you arent thinking about them...When they feel that this is their home, not just a house, thats the best thing. A special message from Chelsea, a house supervisor within our therapeutic support service working with young people in residential care. Sunday marks the beginning of Child Protection Week 2020, the theme for this year being Putting Children First. With around ...4000 children in SA under guardianship, our gratitude goes to Chelsea and all those who work in child protection - on the front-line and behind the scenes to both protect children and young people and help them reach their full potential. Read more: https://junctionaustralia.org.au/news-e//love-in-abundance

09.01.2022 Very excited to be embarking on a backyard makeover for Junction House - our emergency accommodation for young people at risk of homelessness - with support from our friends at Urbanvirons Group. Today, we chatted through initial project steps with Urbanvirons CEO Belinda with a view to getting work underway in the coming weeks. (Pictured here: Belinda with Junction's Portfolio Manager, Liz). We'll keep you posted on progress!

09.01.2022 The COVID-19 Relief Call Centre is operating to help people affected by COVID-19. The Relief Call Centre can provide you with information and assistance, inc...luding access to personal hardship support and advice on short-term accommodation options if you cannot safely self-quarantine or self-isolate. The call centre is available to all members of the South Australian community and can provide general support and referrals to other services as needed. To contact the Relief Call Centre, phone 1300 705 336 or email [email protected].

09.01.2022 If you're looking to lower your electricity bill and transport costs, while helping the planet at the same time - check out Craig Reucassels new show on ABC. Craig showcases how individuals, families, schools and businesses can help reduce our carbon footprint by making practical day-to-day changes, especially in our homes. The last episode of this short series airs Tuesday night (25 August), but you can also catch it all on iView at: https://iview.abc.net.au//fight-for-planet-a-our-climate-c

09.01.2022 Amid the chaos on lockdown eve, some magic happened...Two toddlers found forever homes with two wonderful foster families. The girls aged 14 months and 18 months are settling in well with the amazing support of their foster carers and our Family Based Care team.

09.01.2022 We're live! Our first episode of Growing Strong is now available. In Rising from the Ashes, we talk to support worker Bec, who will never forget her first day working with Junction. Less than 48 hours earlier, her family home had been burnt to the ground and she was left contemplating the fate of her father and brothers as flames engulfed Kangaroo Island. It was one of the most devastating bushfires in our nations history. Listen here free: https://junctionpodcast.org.au/

09.01.2022 Sharing another very special story in celebration of Foster Care Week 2020... For Loan, family is not defined by blood. Having been separated from her biological family after fleeing Vietnam, Loan has lived away from them for almost 30 years. It was empathy which led her to say yes to caring for a five-year-old Vietnamese boy who needed a home. My friend put out a call to our friendship group, but no one volunteered. I thought if it were my nephew, Id want him to be saf...e, Junction carer Loan said. I just want him to have the best chance at life he can have. Read more: https://bethereforme.org.au/not-defined-by-blood/ #fostercareweek2020 #valueofcarers #fosteringvalue

08.01.2022 Free activity for the holidays/study break! Get in quick!!

08.01.2022 Len at Work......Not so subtle play on words for all our Australian 80s rock band fans! #volunteers #grateful #legend

07.01.2022 There's nothing like knowing you have a soft landing but not actually needing it!! Happy Monday everyone. (Pic courtesy of Franki at our Hackham Community Centre)

07.01.2022 #remembranceday #lestweforget #remembrance #poppy #remember

07.01.2022 Following the Premier’s announcement today regarding the easing COVID-19 restrictions, please click below for an update on our services and support effective from Monday, November 23. https://junctionaustralia.org.au///changes-to-services-1-1

06.01.2022 The impact of positive male role models - whether they be dads, step-dads, foster carers, grandparents or friends - in the lives of children and young people cannot be underestimated. Through the 'kids and dads' program running at our Hackham Community Centre we support and help nurture these special connections as these heartwarming pics show. #freedomtothrive *kids and dads is a Communities for Children activity funded by the Austrailan Government Department for Social Services. It is a collaboration with Anglicare SA; Uniting Communities and Communities for Children Onkaparinga.

06.01.2022 WE'RE HIRING // House Supervisor Do you believe in creating a safe, homelike environment for children and young people to thrive? If you have strong leadership skills and can lead a consistent, well-trained, and stable team to provide individualised support to children and young people in our care, this role may be for you.... Join our team and make a difference today: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ni/JA387-house-supervisor

05.01.2022 If you're looking for accessible ways to work toward personal and financial goals, the Fleurieu Community Foundation's 7-week 'Seeds of Abundance' course can help you learn the tools you need. Beginning October 13th, bookings are essential. Please contact Vanessa on 0417 708 107 or Dianne on 0417 897 614 to book.

04.01.2022 When we feel overwhelmed, it is important that we take the time to pause and reflect. Our Senior Counsellor, Sheila, shares some encouragement and positive ideas to help strengthen your well-being amid COVID restrictions. You can also read it here: https://junctionaustralia.org.au//ne/wellbeing-with-sheila

04.01.2022 Ahead of the official launch of our Seaford Meadows Nature Play in October, why not come along and give it a try? We're all set up at Grand Boulevard Reserve (Seaford Meadows) today and tomorrow from 9:30am - 12:30pm.

03.01.2022 Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer? In today's Sunday Mail there's a liftout dedicated to foster caring, information about caring options as well as inspirational stories from South Australians including Junction carers Sylvia and Nick and Peter. For more information or to chat about becoming a carer, visit www.bethereforme.org.au

02.01.2022 Tree climbing, cubby building, potion making and wildlife spotting.....This week marks the start of Nature Play Week and we've got a great story to share... Our Seaford Meadows Nature Playgroup began late last year with up to 15 local families now regularly making their way to the Seaford Meadows Scout Hall, each Monday during term, to play, learn and explore. Close to the Onkaparinga River, the group sings songs inspired by the local Kaurna language; reads stories inspired b...y wildlife and surroundings and uses bits and pieces found in nature for a range of craft activities. Junction Community Development Officer Caitlin said nature play was powerful in helping children develop motor skills; building immunity and resilience; getting physically active, honing eye development and above all, connecting to the environment! For more information about the group email Caitlin [email protected]

02.01.2022 Some inspiration on the back of the launch of our 2020 Tenant Garden Competition! Junction tenant Houshang has lived in his home for the last 17 years. He often finds himself sitting out the front with a cuppa coffee enjoying his green space. Houshangs garden is filled with greenery, reusable plants and pot plants. He loves to share light, love and happiness and he thought his garden was a beautiful place to start.

02.01.2022 Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. It marks the beginning of UN Women's annual #16Days of Activism - a campaign to raise awareness and advocate for change that stops gender-based violence worldwide. Find out how you can get involved: https://www.un.org//obs/ending-violence-against-women-day #idevaw

02.01.2022 We're funding the state-first perpetrator intervention pilot program, with nine new perpetrator beds for South Australian men now open. The perpetrator interv...ention trial helps men who are worried about their behaviour to reach out and break the cycle before its too late. This is huge leap forward in how we respond to domestic and family violence, because where its safe for people to stay in their homes, it enables them to keep important connections to school, work, family and community during a traumatic time. The nine beds form the final part of a $4 million initiative that sees 40 new crisis beds for South Australians affected by domestic and family violence. If you or a man you know needs help, please contact: Don't Become Than Man (for access to support and crisis beds): 1300 243 413 Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491

01.01.2022 He said, I havent had a birthday cake since I was five, and our kids go, You havent had a birthday cake?... Cakes a snack When Nathan and Michelle were approached to provide emergency accommodation for a 15-year-old boy, the couple knew it was meant to be. Six months on, the family of five is now a family of six and while it hasnt been all smooth sailing, they wouldnt have it any other way. Episode 2 of our new podcast, Growing Strong, explores Nathan and Michel...les experience with Junctions Family Based Care program and how they turned emergency accommodation into A safe place to call home for their newest family member. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts: https://junctionpodcast.org.au

01.01.2022 Thanks to funding from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, Junction - in partnership with City of Onkaparinga, Anglicare SA and Department for Education, South Australia - will deliver a new program to educate young people about the harms associated with consuming alcohol during pregnancy. As part of the initiative, students in the Outer Southern area of Adelaide will take part in information sessions about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD) developed by National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Australia. Red Shoes Rock is an international awareness campaign giving voice and support to those affected by prenatal exposure. To learn more, visit: www.redshoesrock.com

01.01.2022 Enjoying the last weeks of winter with muddy boots and smiles all around at our Seaford Meadows Nature Play Playgroup yesterday.