Care Balonne Assn Inc

Care Balonne Association Inc is a community-focused organisation established in 1994, dedicated to supporting the residents of the Balonne Shire in Queensland. It serves as a vital information and referral hub, providing assistance across a large rural area to enhance the wellbeing and connectedness of its community members. The association operates from St George and is governed by a committee of local experts committed to addressing the diverse needs of the region.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Care Balonne is to provide information, support, and referral services to vulnerable groups, families, and individuals within the Balonne Shire. The organisation aims to empower these groups by offering resources and guidance that promote resilience and self-sufficiency.

The vision is to be recognised as a progressive organisation that increases the viability of the community by understanding and responding to its needs, collaborating with other organisations, and providing essential services such as community and social housing.

Main Objectives

• Develop strategies to meet evolving community needs
• Work cooperatively with other community organisations to support their goals
• Access and utilise up-to-date information and identify current social trends
• Provide community and social housing solutions

Benefiting Groups

• Families and individuals facing vulnerability
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• People with disabilities
• Senior community members experiencing social isolation
• Rural residents facing geographic and demographic isolation

Services and Activities

• Family Support Program: Provides advice, referrals, and emotional support to families, including monthly parent groups and early childhood wellbeing information.
• Community Development Program: Offers information, referral, and assistance to individuals, families, and community groups.
• Active Seniors Program: Encourages seniors to maintain active lifestyles and reduce social isolation.
• Community Events and Educational Workshops: Organises activities that foster community connection and personal empowerment.
• Long Term Community Housing: Supports housing needs within the community.