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CARE BALONNE ASSOCIATION INC.
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.
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
Care Balonne have successfully run projects in partnership with
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Tackling Regional Adversity through Connected Care (TRACC) program focussing on Mental Health.
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Australian Federal Department of Agriculture, Water, and Environment, Sunshine Coast University and Griffith University with the Real Regional and Rural Women project.
OUR PROGRAMS
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
MEET OUR TEAM
ROBYN FUHRMEISTER
Chairperson/Manager
JODIE KINGS
Administration
CAIT FITZPATRICK
Rural Family Support
SOPHIE COOKE
Active Seniors
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SARAH SOUTHERN
Community Development
CONTACT CARE BALONNE ASSOCIATION INC.
32 Henry Street, St George QLD 4487
07 4625 5450
