Childers Neighbourhood Centre is jointly funded by Bundaberg Regional Council and the Department of Communities, and offers a wide range of support services. The Centre is located at 69 Churchill Street and opens 5 days a week from 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday.
Childers Neighbourhood Centre incorporates other council run services
Isis Community Care
Isis Child and Family Support
Isis Outside School Hours Care
Childers Meals on Wheels
Childers Emergency Relief Program
Newsletters
Childers Neighbourhood Centre now have a comprehensive Newsletter to assist with available services and to let you know what is happening in the Centre.
A new Broadband for Seniors Kiosk is now open at the Childers Neighbourhood Centre for OVER 50's
Kiosk hours are Monday to Friday from 8.30-4.
Over 50's can access the computer anytime during these hours.
The kiosk features two computers with broadband access for use by members of our local community who are 50 and over.
So if you know anyone who is 50 and over who may like to use the Kiosk, please be sure to pass this information on.
Tutors are available for those just starting out but bookings are essential and can be made by ringing the Centre on 4130 4690.
Tutors will assist with basic training for beginners in:
Basic computer, keyboard and mouse operation
Internet surfing using Internet Explorer
Email using Gmail
Constructing a letter using Wordpad
Philosophy
Collaboratively the Neighbourhood Centre and the services operating within believe in
the right of people to make choices in their own lives;
the right of people to dignity, respect, privacy and confidentiality;
the right of people to be valued as individuals;
the right of people to access services on a non-discriminatory basis;
the right of the community to accountable and responsive services.
Objectives
Support Communities in developing and promoting successful family and community relationships.
Assist communities in discovering better links between the range of existing services.
Provide quality, consistent support for community members within the Isis District.
Provide a service to people regardless of Cultural, Social and Economical background.
Provide quality information, referral and guidance.
The Childers Neighbourhood Centre is a community Hub where various groups are able to meet and participate. Various visiting service providers also use the Neighbourhood Centre as a meeting place.
The Neighbourhood Centre provides a venue for support Groups and visiting agencies.
Visiting agencies
Centacare Family Counsellor
Skills Development Network
Job Access
Skills Centred
Impact Make Your Mark
Corrective Services
Domestic and Family Violence
Others, as community need arises
At the Neighbourhood Centre we can assist with;
Letter writing
Resumes
Photocopy service
Filling out forms etc
Tax help for low income families and individuals
Administration support for job seekers
Centacare family support
Medical aids hire
Meals on Wheels
Men's support group
Emergency Relief
Aged care information
General information
Referral to external agencies
Medical Aid Hire Service for our Rural Community
Wheelchairs
Wheelie Walkers
Over-Toilet Chair
Walking frame
Shower Chair
Walking Stick
Commode
Large cushioned adjustable chair
Crutches
Emergency Relief Program
The Emergency Relief Program operates through the Childers Neighbourhood Centre, this assists those in the community who find them selves in a crisis. This program can provide assistance with:
Food
Accommodation
Travel
Prescriptions
Bill Payment
Drop in to the centre or phone and the friendly staff will assist you with your needs. Childers Neighbourhood Centre 07 4130 4690.
