Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. At CatholicCare, we support people who are at risk of homelessness to remain securely housed, and those experiencing homelessness to find and maintain safe, stable accommodation. Homelessness can happen for many reasons, including domestic and family violence, financial hardship, mental health challenges, drug and alcohol issues or living in unsafe conditions. Whatever the circumstances, we believe everyone deserves support, dignity and the opportunity to rebuild their lives.
Our specialist programs focus on people and families in our community who are most at risk of homelessness or are currently without a home. Working in partnership with the Department of Communities and Justice, community housing providers and other specialist services, we provide practical, emotional and financial support to help prevent long-term homelessness.
Depending on individual circumstances, this may include assistance with temporary or short-term transitional accommodation, finding longer-term housing, or sustaining an existing tenancy that is at risk. We can also connect people with additional support, including counselling, mental health and drug and alcohol services, legal and court assistance, and employment support to help them find and maintain work. Our goal is to help people achieve housing stability, regain independence and build a more secure future.
For more information:
P: 1800 324 924
E: info@catholiccaredbb.org.au
help keep our doors open
Each year 68,000 people across NSW reach out to specialist homelessness services, desperately seeking shelter and support. Sadly, the need far exceeds available resources, meaning far too many people are left without a safe place to turn. But thanks to our generous donors, we are making a difference.
As the cost of living continues to rise, the demand for these essential services grows beyond what we are funded to provide. Your generous donations are lifelines. They keep our doors open, our showers running, and hot meals served to people who would otherwise go without.
Women's Refuge
Our women’s refuges provide safe, secure accommodation for women and children escaping domestic and family violence. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment where women can take time to feel safe, regain their confidence and consider their next steps. With the guidance of our experienced Case Workers, women receive practical and emotional support to navigate challenging circumstances, explore their options and plan for a safer future for themselves and their children.
MARY MAC'S PLACE
Mary Mac’s Place is open to anyone who is homeless, transient or needing a helping hand. It provides social, community and friendship opportunities for men, women, families, young people, the elderly, and the socially and economically disadvantaged. We supply a nutritious lunch Monday to Friday but it’s more than just a place to get a meal – it provides connection, value and belonging without judgement.
TRANSITIONAL ACCOMMODATION & CASEWORK SUPPORT
We provide short-term transitional accommodation for families experiencing homelessness. Our Case Workers support families to address their housing needs, assist with applications for social housing and the private housing market with the aim of finding long-term affordable housing solutions, and to reduce the risk of re-experiencing homelessness.
KEYS – YOUNG PARENTS HOMELESSNESS SERVICE
KEYS helps young parents aged 16 – 24 years who are homeless, or at risk of being homeless on the Central Coast. We offer accommodation assistance and support. We help you unlock your potential, your future and your independence. We offer assessments, accommodation support, case management, referrals, support groups, domestic violence support and work development orders.
STREET SLEEPING OUTREACH SUPPORT
Our Street Team supports people who are sleeping rough or experiencing homelessness across the Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai and Ryde areas. We provide essential items, emotional support and information to help meet immediate needs. Through ongoing case management, we work alongside individuals to access accommodation, connect with relevant services and build pathways towards greater stability and independence, reducing the risk of returning to homelessness.
DOM'S PLACE
Dom’s Place supports men, women and families in the community who are experiencing, or are at risk of homelessness, or social isolation. It operates as a ‘one-stop-shop,’ an inclusive space where people can feel safe and connected. Grab a meal, wash your clothes and chat with a social worker to address housing needs. Other local services also operate from Dom’s Place including legal, housing, cultural, financial and medical services. Drop in when you like, no appointment needed – we’re at 9 Leonard Street, Hornsby and open between 9.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
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