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Get Ready Queensland has put together a list of items for your emergency kit. Having an emergency kit means you and your family can stay safe at home for several days if roads are blocked or power is out. Here is what you should pack: ✅ Long life food & water for at least three days ✅ Medications & first aid kit ✅ Important documents (stored in a waterproof bag) ✅ Torches & spare batteries ✅ Phone charger & power banks ✅ Radio (to stay updated if the power goes out) ✅ Clothing & sturdy shoes ✅ Cash (ATMs and EFTPOS may be down) ✅ Pet food & baby supplies Full checklist: https://lnkd.in/gApwCRjX Emergency contacts: 📞 Emergency: 000 🛑 SES (flood & storm assistance): 132 500 💊 Health advice: 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) ⚡ Energex for emergencies: 13 19 62 🤝 Lifeline: 13 11 14

We urge you to take measures to ensure your safety over the coming days, and we also understand that preparing for an extreme weather event can be daunting. That's why we've put together a comprehensive list of useful links, resources and emergency contacts so you can be disaster-ready. Our directory includes: • Emergency Kit Checklist from “Get Ready, Queensland” • Emergency Contacts • Location-based updates • How to prepare your home • Resources for people with disabilities • School & transport updates • Psychological preparation for extreme weather events • Locations of homeless shelters for rough sleepers Learn more here https://lnkd.in/gs7SuFah

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to move across South-East Queensland from Thursday 6th March, and we wish to advise that Communify's services will be impacted during this time. From Thursday 6th March until Monday 10th March, we will cease to provide all non-essential services, and all Communify centres and venues will be closed. However, our frontline service staff will still be contactable via phone during their normal operating hours to provide remote support for community members in need. Please click here for our full list of contact numbers: https://lnkd.in/eYSAFd-V We will continue to monitor the situation as we receive further weather updates. We urge you to stay safe, and to know that Communify is still here to support you.

The Way Back team had a visit from Alex, Tina, and Sue from Arafmi to chat about how we as carers can work together to support community members. Arafmi is a mental health carer support organisation for carers across Queensland, focused on providing mental health advocacy and community connection for carers. Together, we explored ways to collaborate in supporting carers, particularly those caring for someone in suicidal distress, and discussed opportunities to share knowledge, resources, and address service gaps. It was a valuable conversation, reinforcing the importance of working together to strengthen and expand support for carers in this space. There’s a lot we can learn from each other, and we’re looking forward to ongoing discussions on how we can enhance supports for carers. #communifyqld #arafmi #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupportservice #communitysupport #communityservices #communify #communifyqld #brisbanecommunity

We hiring a Finance Manager in our Community Services team. In this role, you will oversee financial matters for our key Community Services programs, including Housing and Homelessness, Family and Individual Support, and Neighbourhood Centres. At Communify, we offer: ✅ Flexible work options with 1 day/week work-from-home ✅ A collaborative and supportive team environment ✅ Opportunities for professional growth and development If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply via the link below and attach your CV and a cover letter demonstrating how your skills, experience, and personal attributes align with this role. We are looking to fill this position quickly so don't delay if you are interested to apply! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g3dGSQ54 #careers #communifycareers #werehiring #hiring #financemanager #communityservices #employmentopportunity #workatcommunify #communify #brisbanecommunity

Our Green Corner over at Ashgrove continues to go above and beyond rallying their community together to get a big job done! 💪🌳 Incredible volunteers, Susan Webster, Paul Worsnop, Peach Reid, and Johan Nydorf got to work building a shed over 3 working bees. This mighty task involved everyone's favourite (weeding) and path management. The team celebrated a successful job with Susan's tasty home brew and some pickled Bunya Nuts! ☺️ A special thank you goes to Brisbane City Council for the Cultivating Community Gardens Grant that supported this project. #communitygarden #teamvolunteer #ashgrovecommunitygarden #greencorner #communityprojects #brisbanecommunity #communify #communifyqld #communityservices #communitysupport #communitygrant #greenthumb

In our last volunteer spotlight, both Paul and Cynthia leave us with some food for thought around the meaningful impact volunteering has on their day-to-day life. While volunteers give their time and skills, they also gain better health, a sense of purpose, and emotional rewards. These benefits can greatly improve quality of life, showing that giving back is truly a win-win. So, how can you help Communify? Our food relief programs both at Bardon and Acacia Ridge needs some extra support. Acacia Ridge is also looking for some admin assistance and our transport team is looking for some extra helpers. If you've been waiting for the right time to volunteer, it's now! Get in contact with us today: https://lnkd.in/gnMKzEbQ #volunteer #giveback #communifyqld #supportservices #communitycentre #communityservices #communitysupport #communify #brisbanecommunity

Join us for an evening of entertainment and music featuring our very own choir, House of Soul! 🎷🎤 They will be performing alongside other talented artists who are thriving in their lives with disabilities, as well as guest artists The Seratones and international songbird Guadalupe. When: Next Friday the 28th of February from 6pm - 7:30pm Where: Ron Hurley Theatre in Seven Hills Come along to support these talented musicians and enjoy a wonderful show! ✨ Purchase your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/gne2-qe9 #communityarts #allabilitieschoir #communitychoir #talentshow #communityconnection #music #singing #arts #communify #communifyqld #brisbanecommunity

Our Housing Support team, HART4000, are looking for a passionate and empathetic individual who is committed to supporting families experiencing housing instability and homelessness. As a Families and Outreach worker, day-to-day responsibilities include, case management, crisis intervention, resource navigation, advocacy, collaborating with stakeholders, data tracking and reporting. Please see the job ad to learn more. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply via the link below. https://lnkd.in/gB6Ui_Gx #careers #communifycareers #werehiring #hiring #hart4000 #outreachworker #familiessupport #homelessness #housingsupport #employmentopportunity #workatcommunify #communify #brisbanecommunity

An official plaque presentation took place on February 3rd to honour the Australian Pensioner’s and Superannuants League QLD Inc (APSL). The ceremony recognised their long-standing commitment to the community for over 40 years. APSL had been the tenants of the Kurilpa Senior Citizen Centre since 1984 - 2024. Michael Holland, APSL president from Warwick, spent the day with us and graciously appreciated the recognition on behalf of the APSL Executive Committee. Our CEO, Karen Dare, attended the celebration, acknowledging their amazing work in providing services to the senior citizens of the West End community and the impact they have made. Communify recognises APSL's legacy and is proud to continue their services. #kurilpakitchen #over65s #celebration #40years #activeseniors #agedcare #agedcaresupport #agedcareservices #myagedcare #seniors #brisbanecommunity #communityservices #communitysupport #communify #communifyqld