Month: November 2021
Celebrating our differences on #IDPWD 2021
More than 4 million Australians — roughly 18 per cent of the population — are living with a disability. Of those, 7.4 per cent are children aged newborn to 14 years.
What is Advent and why is it important?
In 2021, Advent runs from November 28 to December 24. It's an important part of the year for Christians but is not always clearly understood by the general public.
It’s Social Inclusion Week – what’s that all about?
Social Inclusion Week takes place from 20 - 28 November 2021. CatholicCare provides services for a broad spectrum of people who might otherwise find themselves isolated from the community.
Tips on parenting teens and recognising mental health concerns
Raising a family is a rewarding experience, but it comes with its challenges. As kids get older and enter their teenage years, it's not uncommon for the relationship between parent and child to suffer in some ways.
James gets his life on track
James was 14 when he first came to be supported by CatholicCare in one of its residential care group homes, but despite the challenges he has faced in his young life, he has now committed himself to study and to his creative interests and is beginning to look to the future with hope.