Supporting those on the land
While there has been rain in recent weeks, drought conditions continue in the Upper Hunter. Many are hoping for ‘follow up’ rains to ensure grass regrows and crops take root.
A Long Journey to Parenthood
Walking through the front doors of the Hopson family home felt as warm and inviting as the parents themselves, Sharon and Scott, who couldn’t wipe the smiles off their faces.
Foster care and open adoption info sessions
Across Australia, there are more than 40,000 children and young people who rely upon foster carers and the foster care system to keep them safe and out of harm’s way. More than 20,000 of those at-risk youths are in New South Wales.
CatholicCare links with other community providers in Muswellbrook
Member for Upper Hunter Michael Johnsen MP and Bishop Bill Wright officially opened the Muswellbrook Community Hub, encompassing a variety of community providers, in February.
CatholicCare opens their brand new office in Muswellbrook
In an effort to better serve residents of the Upper Hunter, CatholicCare Hunter-Manning opened a brand new office in Muswellbrook earlier this month.
Free mental health support for drought-stricken farmers and their families
As Upper Hunter farmers and their families continue to struggle with ongoing and extreme drought conditions, CatholicCare is leading the charge to support local farmers by offering them free family and relationship support services, as well as free counselling services.
Autism expert coming to Maitland on 2 March
CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning in partnership with Federation of Parents and Friends Associations in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is bringing the renowned autism guru, Dr Tony Attwood, to Maitland.
Job vacancy: care team workers
CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a registered NDIS provider and a facilitator of opportunity for people with a disability. We’re currently seeking passionate, caring and experienced team players to join our organisation as Care Team Workers.