A Message from Katie Viviers our CEO
The end of financial year is always an opportunity to reflect of the work that we have been able to do in the community, thanks [Read More]
Social Isolation Is A Global Health Priority
The COVID19 pandemic has taught us many things, including the effects of social isolation and loneliness on one’s wellbeing. All of us in some way, [Read More]
At Open Support We’re Tackling Social Isolation And Loneliness Head-on.
Despite being more digitally connected than ever before, one third of Australians still feel lonely. And contrary to some stereotypes, the loneliest demographics skewed [Read More]
Weaving Connections: How We Help Lessen the Pain of Loneliness
Social isolation has been one major topic in 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has made the world acutely aware of the hardships of isolation, in [Read More]
“We Solve All the World’s Problems in an Hour” – Meet Visit Program’s Patricia
It’s no secret that feeling socially isolated this year has been a challenge. With so many restrictions and so much limited contact with loved [Read More]
Take Five Minutes to Create a Close-Knit Community
We all know that mental health is a growing concern in our community – so is social isolation. In fact, the two are very [Read More]
Celebrating 30 Years of Compassion in Action
Thirty years ago, Open Support was established with a bold mission: go where no else goes, be with those too often overlooked, reach out [Read More]
A Legacy of Reading the Signs of Our Time
By Sr Clare Nolan, Congregational Leader, Sisters of Charity. Celebrating an anniversary in the midst of a pandemic can be unsettling. But it can [Read More]
COVID-19: How We Are Stepping up To Address Rising Social Needs
Supporting the most vulnerable through the crisis The Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the way we live to an unprecedented level over the past few [Read More]