1. United Community Supporting Silver Chain

    Silver Chain continues its Blue Skies Bereavement program with the support of United Community

    United Community is proud to announce its support of the 2012 Silver Chain Blue Skies program. Blue Skies is an innovative series of free workshops for children following the death a parent or guardian. Aimed at children aged eight to 12 years, Blue Skies is run by Palliative Care social workers, counsellors and volunteers who offer grieving children the opportunity to participate in a number of fun and creative activities which promote healthy grieving.

    Silver Chain Social Worker, Mrs Belinda Hughes, is involved in delivering the Blue Skies program and says one of the most important things is to acknowledge is that everyone experiences their grief differently, however, there are certainly common themes to grief.

    “One of the most common feelings children express is loneliness,” says Mrs Hughes

    “This is reduced by bringing children together in a group setting, where they are encouraged to share and express their emotions. The workshops are run in a safe, gentle and supportive environment and we use puppets, paint, sand and music throughout the program to enable children to express what they’ve been experiencing since their loss.”

    Silver Chain’s Relationship Marketing Consultant, Mrs Emma Kerley, says her team is appreciative of the financial support from United Community.

    “We rely on sponsorships and donations to enable Silver Chain to continue providing much needed services in the community and the support from United Community will enable us to run three, 2-day Blue Skies sessions to support grieving children each year. We are really excited about their support!” says Mrs Kerley.

    For more information on the Blue Skies program please visit www.silverchain.org.au/blue-skies.

    Posted on May 1, 2012 Community Uncategorized Western Australia Leave a Comment

  2. Sausage Sizzle at the Mandurah Branch

    As part of our Charity of Choice Program we will be holding a Sausage Sizzle at our Mandurah Branch on 20th April from 11am until 2pm.

    For the small cost of $2.50 you can purchase  Sausages in a roll. Onions and sauces will also be available and cans of drink costing $1.50.

    Please come along and help support this great non for profit organisation who provide counselling and support services to those who develop asbestos-related diseases and their families – Asbestos Diseases Society Association.

    Last financial year, Community CPS donated more than $1 million dollars back into local charities in South Australia, the Australian Capital Territory, Wagga Wagga, Hunter Region and Western Australia through community initiatives such as fund raising, campaigns, community grants and donations.

    Michelle -  State Manager WA

    Posted on April 13, 2012 Community Western Australia 4 Comments

  3. United Community staff in Karratha putting fun into fundraising.

    If you like a fun night out with your friends, then gather the crew and join us for a fun evening at our Trivia Night.   We will also have silent auctions, raffles and games on the evening.

    In support of Pilbara and Kimberley Care Inc, United Community Credit Union – Karratha Branch is proudly sponsoring a Trivia Night on Saturday 28 April to help raise much needed funds for this great organisation so they can continue to provide vital services to the Pilbara communities.

    The venue for this great event has been kindly donated by the All Seasons Hotel in Karratha. The  Sports Bar is the venue within the Hotel and the night will start at 6.30pm and conclude at 10.30pm.

    Tickets are available at our Karratha Branch at Karratha Centro and cost $10 each or a table of 10 for $100.

    Pilbara and Kimberley Care Inc provide a variety of services to the community including domestic assistance, social support, home nursing, transportation and respite care.

    Last financial year, Community CPS donated more than $1 million dollars back into local charities in South Australia, the Australian Capital Territory, Wagga Wagga, Hunter Region and Western Australia through community initiatives such as fund raising, campaigns, community grants and donations.

     Michelle – WA State Manager

    Posted on April 13, 2012 Community Western Australia Leave a Comment

  4. Christmas Lunch In The Park – Perth (WA)

    picnicWe are again sponsoring Mission Australia’s Christmas Lunch in the Park (CLIP). CLIP is a well known annual event which has been running for 35 years and now provides over 1,600 homeless and disadvantaged individuals and families with the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch, receive a gift and enjoy the entertainment throughout the day.

    Location:

    Wellington Square Park, East Perth

    Time:

    11:30am – 2.30pm

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Events Western Australia 3 Comments

  5. Supporting the Nameless Festival

    Nameless FesitivalThe annual Nameless Jarndunmunha Festival is a gala event held on the first weekend in August. The Festival includes a street parade which is the opening event for the Saturday celebrations, sideshows, novelty games and races, art and craft exhibits and spectacular fireworks displays. Also this year Diesel performed live, with Stone Circle as the opening act.

    The whole town becomes involved in the event, by making floats for the parade, putting up a stall or partaking in the King of the Mountain race.

    Each year the Festival has a theme. This year it was celebrating 40 years, many of the float entries reflected the theme as a big birthday celebration. The community really gets involved in the street parade event with the event being a focal point for the children of the town.

    This year United Community’s Tom Price branch joined the parade with our Junior Saver mascot, SuperBug. This went down a treat with the children who lined up for a balloon and sweet from the big green bug. The motor cross and BMX bikes were also impressive as were the school floats and pony club displays.

    Posted on August 30, 2011 Community Western Australia Leave a Comment

  6. Mandurah assists with Crisis Care

    The staff at United Community’s Mandurah branch recently presented West Aus Crisis Care with $700 worth of blankets, pillows, toiletry packs and some $20 KMart vouchers.

    The funds were collected from a 67-strong car cruise from Meadow Springs to Fremantle, with members of the public also coming down to donate.

    Congratulations to our staff at Mandurah on their fantastic efforts!

    Posted on August 23, 2011 Community Western Australia Leave a Comment

  7. United Community supports the West Coast Waves

    With the support of our members, it is our goal to work hand in hand with charitable organisations, staff and the public, to make a meaningful and positive difference in the community. Our Community Development program includes sponsoring local community organisations and clubs and as a result we are pleased to be sponsoring the West Coast Waves. The West Coast Waves provide young female basketballers in Western Australia with an opportunity to reach the highest levels of their sport.

    Posted on June 19, 2011 Community Western Australia Leave a Comment

  8. Supporting Constable Care Child Safety Foundation

    During February, March and April United Community is proud to sponsor the Constable Care Child Safety Foundation for their life skills program which equips young children with the skills to deal with tough issues such as bullying, respect and personal safety.

    Constable Care currently reaches more than 180,000 children aged between two and 12 years of age with their program that brings to life community and personal safety messages through puppetry and interactive performance in classrooms.

    Constable Care relies on the support of the West Australian business community to maximise its reach across all children in WA as there are more than 100,000 primary school children who are still missing out on Constable Care’s programs.

    With the support from United Community and other businesses, teams of specially trained actors were able to perform the Constable Care shows at several Kalgoorlie primary schools in February and March and will continue to tour regional WA throughout the year.

    For more information on Constable Care and their programs please visit their website.

    Posted on April 20, 2011 Community Western Australia Leave a Comment

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