Mount Barker Community Centre
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What is it?

​Community Connections is a program offering short-term, personalised support to people who would benefit from building connections with their local community, support networks and services.
 
The Community Connections Program is being offered from 2 locations across the Adelaide Hills region
Mount Barker Community Centre and
​The Hut Community Centre at Aldgate.
Is it for me?​
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​To be eligible for this program, you must:
  • be aged 18 to 64 years; 
  • not already be receiving support from federal programs such as National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and My Aged Care; and
  • be seeking short-term support to improve independence or to develop or maintain connections with support networks
​Priority will be given to:
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • People from new and emerging culturally and linguistically diverse communities
  • People who identify as being from the LGBTIQA+ community
  • Unpaid carers
  • People who are financially disadvantaged
  • People living in communities of persistent or location based disadvantage
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What do we offer you?

Over a 12-week period, we will work with you to regain or optimise your independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. We will provide a flexible, person-centred service to support you to achieve your goals. ​This may include (but is not limited to): 

  • Linking with local social activities/programs/groups (Men’s Shed, Community Gardens, Exercise Groups, Art Classes etc)
  • Assistance to connect or re-connect with friends and family
  • Support with community transport options
  • Introduction to our volunteer support network
  • Service referrals as needed​ ​
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How do I apply?

​Referrals can be made by an individual or a service professional.
​If you think you meet the eligibility criteria above and would like to know more, please leave your contact details below and our team will contact you.

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Or you can contact us:
Phone: 8391 2747
Email: [email protected]
Visit: Mount Barker Community Centre, 3 Dumas Street, Mount Barker SA 5251

Registration Form

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  • Home
  • About
  • Programs
    • Family House Child Care
    • Duck Flat Community Garden
    • Laratinga Community Shed
    • ReVamp Shop
    • Community Connections
  • Courses & Activities
  • Services
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Facilities Hire
  • People
  • News
  • Contact / Feedback