Social Outreach and Advocacy

 

We want to contribute towards just and inclusive communities where the dignity of each individual is respected and supported.

St John of God Health Care recognises that the provision of care and relief to people who are oppressed, materially poor, powerless and marginalised is central to our mission of healing. In support of our belief that true health encompasses all aspects of the environment and conditions in which people live and work, we are involved in partnerships with a diverse range of organisations to provide services to disadvantaged members of society.

The Social Outreach and Advocacy program works to identify unmet need and each year directs a portion of revenue to programs within Ballarat and surrounds.

The program does not replicate services, rather, it focuses on those needs which are currently not being met.

Pomegranate House community psychology service, provides counselling assistance to the financially disadvantaged in the Ballarat community.

Bloomsbury House dual diagnosis unit is a community based service to support young people aged 12 – 25 with co-occurring disorders of substance use and mental health problems.

Raphael House peri-natal and infant mental health service provides support to families that are affected by mental health disorders in the perinatal period and who reside in the Grampians region.

Uniting Care’s Breezeway meals for the homeless program, the hospital provides food and volunteers each Sunday.

Yuille Community College breakfast program, the hospital provides financial assistance to provide many students a nutritious breakfast to start the day.

Tongan Twinning Program.  Since 1992, our Ballarat Hospital has supported a Twinning Program with Vaiola Hospital in Tonga, offering practical support, equipment and education.