July 2021
Supporting people through lockdown and beyond
on 28/07/2021
As South Australia comes out of lockdown, we want to say a MASSIVE thank you to our community for the way everyone has rallied to support one another. In particular, the kindness you’ve shown to people at risk of or experiencing homelessness over the past week has been incredible! Thanks...
Will you walk a mile (or more) for Kial?
on 27/07/2021
One of the best things about the Walk a Mile in My Boots Challenge is that, even though we are apart, we’re together in our goal to end homelessness. And it’s not just South Aussies getting involved. We recently heard from first-time participant Kial who lives in Bathurst, NSW. Kial...
Will you walk a mile (or more) for Rhia?
on 21/07/2021
One of the amazing people stepping up to join the Walk a Mile in My Boots Challenge this year is Rhia, who lives in regional South Australia with her beautiful dog Bear (pictured). Rhia shared with us why she’s so passionate about supporting people experiencing homelessness. It’s because she knows...
Hutt St Centre will remain open during lockdown
on 20/07/2021
As we all know, circumstances can change quickly these days. From 6pm on Tuesday 20 July, 2021, the South Australian Government has announced a 7-day lockdown. For all the latest updates, please click here. While our community is doing it tough right now, we’re working hard to adapt our services...
COVID-19 vaccinations for people experiencing homelessness
on 20/07/2021
Seeking healthcare can be a daunting experience for people who are experiencing homelessness. When people feel isolated, excluded or judged, they're less likely to seek medical attention which puts them at greater risk of developing serious health conditions. That’s why we were delighted this week to welcome a team from...
Your support makes all these services possible
on 14/07/2021
Despite the grey skies, it was a busy morning here at Hutt St Centre! Here’s just a snapshot of what’s been happening in our Wellbeing Centre today: We held our monthly Town Hall Meeting, giving people at risk of or experiencing homelessness the chance to find out about what’s happening...
Happy NAIDOC Week 2021
on 06/07/2021
This week, we recognise and reflect on NAIDOC Week (4-11 July) and the theme of ‘Heal Country’, calling for stronger measures to recognise, protect, and maintain all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage. NAIDOC Week is about seeing, hearing and learning the true history of this...
This simple but vital service is all thanks to you
on 01/07/2021
Where would you have your mail delivered if you had no fixed address? At any given time, there are around 200 people without a fixed address who list Hutt St Centre as their mailing address for letters and documents. For people experiencing homelessness, this simple but important service ensures they...