Edmund Rice Services – Mt Atkinson operates a community-based service in Melton’s growth corridor which is in Melbourne’s western suburbs. With the lockdown restrictions in Victoria growing into months, Mark Monahan, Executive Officer of Edmund Rice Services – Mt Atkinson recognised the need to provide extra support for its local community.
Mt Atkinson Community, located in Truganina, in Melbourne's west, hosts a weekly adult art group on Mondays, 10am-12.30pm for locals. The art group, which is welcoming of all abilities, and offers a diverse forms of art, is followed by a social lunch from 12.30pm-1pm. The group is looking for a committed volunteer who could assist in the running and facilitation of this group.
The national Catholic social services conference, Serving Communities with Courage and Compassion, covered a range of topics that impact those working in the sector, and those we serve.