Community Care Program

Northern Gold Coast

Discover a compassionate ally in your community, providing essential food relief, counseling, and personalized guidance to help you navigate life's challenging moments.

You Are Not Alone.

Welcome to the Northern Gold Coast Community Care Program. If you're facing financial hurdles or just need a little extra support, we're here to lend a hand. With discreet assistance including food relief and resilience coaching, our goal is to provide a safety net for the residents of our community during challenging times. Reach out, and let's find a way forward together.

Complete the inquiry form to start the conversation.

FREE Food Boxes

Our Free Food Box program is designed to provide immediate food relief to those who are facing temporary hardship. We understand that a well-stocked pantry can be a luxury during tough financial times. That's why we offer food boxes that contain a variety of nutritious items, tailored to meet the dietary needs of your family. From fresh produce to pantry staples, our food boxes can help bridge the gap during a difficult period, ensuring that you have one less thing to worry about.

FREE 1-on-1 Support

Our free counselling and resilience coaching program is designed to empower individuals with the tools and mindset needed to navigate life's challenges more effectively. Through a series of tailored sessions, participants will learn strategies to bolster their mental and emotional resilience, enabling them to maintain a positive outlook and persevere in the face of adversity.

For Additional Food Support

12 Baskets Outreach
– Food box assistance. 0493 505 119, email INFO@C1CARE.ORG

Destiny Storehouse Gold Coast, 4/2 GUARA GROVE, Pimpama - Assists with discounted food and household items. Website. https://linktr.ee/Destinystorehousegoldcoast

National Debt Helpline
- Free, confidential support and advice with financial counsellors. 1800 007 007,
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

New Life Food Barn
- Discounted food parcels
16 Dunkirk Close (off Allied Drive), Arundel, 0410 565 781
https://newlifefoodbarn.org/

For Situation Specific Mental Health Support

While our resilience coaching offers valuable resources for personal growth, it's important to note that it is not intended for providing in-depth psychological support. The focus of our program is on broadening and strengthening overall resilience capacity, rather than addressing particular issues or therapeutic needs.

If you require situation specific support please consider the following:

Head to Health
- phone support service. 1800 595 212.

The Head to Health phone service offers a free and confidential, mental health assessment and referral service. Monday to Friday
8:30am – 5pm (excluding public holidays)

Begin Your Journey to Support

Navigating life's financial uncertainties can often feel overwhelming, but taking the first step towards getting help doesn’t have to be. The Northern Gold Coast Community Care Program is here as your starting point. While we can't promise a solution for every situation, we're dedicated to doing our utmost to assist or guide you towards someone who can. Here’s how you can start the process:

  • Step 1: Inquiry Submission

    Complete our initial inquiry form with some basic information about yourself and your current circumstances. It's a simple step that opens the door to potential support.

  • Step 2: Personalized Review

    We’ll thoughtfully review your submission to understand how we might assist. If our program can help, we’ll contact you to discuss further steps. If not, we’ll aim to connect you with other resources or organizations better suited to your needs.

  • Step 3: Collaborative Path Forward

    Should our program be a fit, we’ll work together to tailor the support we can offer. And in cases where we’re unable to help directly, we’ll strive to provide referrals to additional services and resources.

Thank you to our AWESOME sponsors!

Organisations that are supporting our community by supporting this program.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the generous sponsors whose unwavering support makes this program possible. Their commitment goes beyond mere contributions; it's a powerful affirmation of community spirit and solidarity. These partnerships not only fuel our mission but also embody the very essence of collaboration and shared responsibility. Each sponsor plays a critical role in weaving the fabric of support that our residents rely on, and we are profoundly thankful for their dedication to making a difference. Together, we are not just offering assistance; we are nurturing hope and fostering the strength of our community.

GOLD SPONSOR: Bendigo Bank Paradise Point and Pimpama-Ormeau

SILVER SPONSORS: Silverdale Realty, Rotary Coomera River, Energex

Our Programs

Our programs are designed to have lasting impacts, offering a suite of strategies for enhanced positive family connections.

Experienced Facilitators

Benefit from the wisdom and experience of industry professionals who've been providing support for both families and children over many years.

Lifelong Skills

The strategies and insights gained from our programs build your parenting toolbox with real-time strategies and skills for a lifetime of effective parenting.

Community Support

Join a like-minded community of parents and caregivers. Share, learn, and grow together, knowing you're not alone in your journey.

Research-Based Methodologies

Our programs are embedded in evidence based research, ensuring quality strategies and effective outcomes.

Communities for Children is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and facilitated by Uniting Care Community.

Contact The Meeting Place

office@youthcentre.org.au

07 5529 8087