Warm Up Mandurah | Homelessness Awareness Week
11 August 2023 | "It's time to end homelessness."
Proudly supported by funding partners
This Homelessness Week, lets warm up those in our local community experiencing homelessness. This event is proudly supported by Shelter WA, Lotterywest and Anglicare WA and is aimed at raising awareness about the complex issues surrounding homelessness. Through this event we strive to foster empathy, provide access to resources, and promote meaningful connections between individuals experiencing homelessness and local support service providers.
What to Expect
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Resource Fair: Explore the Resource Fair where local service providers will be available to share information about their programs and services. Discover a wide range of support options, including housing assistance, employment services, mental health support, and food assistance programs.
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Warm Meals and Essential Supplies: Enjoy a warm, nutritious meal and access essential supplies such as warm clothing, hygiene kits, and food assistance packages. We aim to provide comfort and immediate assistance to individuals in need.
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Networking and Community Engagement: Connect with like-minded individuals, community leaders, and service providers passionate about ending homelessness. Share experiences, collaborate, and explore opportunities for collective action.
Donate to our Winter Appeal.
Share the Warmth, Spread Hope. Donate Today .
Items Needed
• Warm Clothing
Socks, Gloves, Scarfs, Beanies
• Miscellaneous
Water Bottle, Headlamp, Hand/Feet Warmers, Can Opener, Camp Stove, Travel cutlery sets, reusable coffee cups, Food storage containers.
• Health & Wellbeing
Comb, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Wet Wipes, Female Hygiene Products, Chewable Multivitamins A personal note
• Food
Cereal & Protein Bars, Canned Tuna (Ring pull), Snack Packs , Beef Jerky, Dried Fruit, Mints, Up & Go, Spreads, Noddle/Rice/Pasta cups (just add water)
• Bedding
Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Mats, Warm Blankets
Items can be dropped off at
The Mandurah Baptist Church
Mon-Fri 9:30am to 1:30pm
Interested in Participating?
If you are a local Service Provider, we invite you to complete the registration form to host an information booth at this event. Please contact Kelly Mansfield on 0458 297 185 or at ceo@bridgebuilders.org.au for further information.