Shoalhaven City Council is delivering a community connection card to every household in the region to encourage the community to support their neighbours during these uncertain times.
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The card can be used to offer help to those who may need support in the Shoalhaven to spread some neighbourly kindness.
Mayor of Shoalhaven City Council Councillor Amanda Findley agrees that a simple act of kindness can go a long way to helping those most isolated in the community to feel like they're not alone.
"Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic many in our community have struggled to stay connected to one another and are experiencing difficulties in getting essential supplies due to ongoing isolation", Cr Findley said.
"Council is encouraging the community to reach out to others using the Community Connection Card to offer a helping hand. It's easy and only takes a few minutes to make a big difference in someone else's day. Simply complete the card and drop it off into a neighbours' mailbox", Clr Findley.
The project provides residents with the option to accept an offer of support from their neighbour if and when they need it.
40,000 Community Connection Cards will be delivered to households across the Shoalhaven over the next couple of weeks.
For community who would like to send out a few cards, printable versions can be found on Council's website. For more information about the project visit council's website
Council is encouraging residents who have received an act of kindness to share it on social media using the hashtag #SpreadKindnessShoalhaven.
Additional support:
Council understands that concerns may arise through conversations with neighbours. If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others, seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000).
For Shoalhaven Recovery Support:
Shoalhaven City Council Recovery Outreach Team 4429 5888
NSW Health Shoalhaven Bushfire Recovery Service Clinicians 4424 7888
For Mental Health and Crisis Support:
Lifeline: 13 11 14 (Crisis support and suicide prevention)
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (Mental Health referral)
MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78 (support for men with emotional health and relationship concerns)
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 (counselling for young people aged 5-25 years)
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (referrals for sexual assault, domestic and family violence)
