ABOUT US.....

Care Balonne Association Inc.(Care Balonne) was established in 1994 and is primarily an information and referral service covering the whole of the Balonne Shire, based in the town of St George. Our vision is to be recognised as a progressive organisation that aspires to increase the viability of our community by being aware of the community needs and developing strategies to meet these needs.

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Care Balonne Association is governed by a committee with members from within our community that have a wealth of knowledge and expertise:

Chairperson Robyn Fuhrmeister

Deputy Chair Jeff Moon

Secretary Tony Griegg

Treasurer Trish Davey

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Our Community Development Officer covers a wide range of services including information and referral to individuals, families and community groups seeking assistance and support.

RURAL FAMILY SUPPORT

The Family Support program focuses on empowering families to provide the best possible care for their children. The service provides families with advice, information, referrals and ongoing emotional support.

ACTIVE SENIORS

The Active Seniors Program is a new program within Care Balonne that works with our senior Community members to reduce social isolation and encourage active lifestyles.

SERVICES/EVENTS

• Meals on Wheels

• Community-Social Housing

• Photocopying and printing services

• Interagency

• Balonne Community Suicide Prevention Network

• International Women's Day Luncheon

• River Dragon Festival

• Annual Child Protection Week Colour Run

“Everything that is done in the world is done by hope”

Quote

Martin Luther

ROBYN FUHRMEISTER

Chairperson/Manager

JODIE KINGS

Administration

CAIT FITZPATRICK

Rural Family Support

SOPHIE COOKE

Active Seniors

SARAH SOUTHERN

Community Development

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