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UPPER HUNTER COMMUNITY SERVICES INC.
QE II Community Centre Ph: O2 6542 3555
Corner Bridge & Market Streets Fax: 02 6543 1643
PO Box 231, Muswellbrook, NSW, 2333.
Email: admin@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Community Services is an incorporated association
which, auspices 18 community projects throughout the Upper Hunter region.
The following services are based in the QE 11 Community Centre.
The Centre is open:
9am – 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday; and
10am – 4pm Wednesday.
Aboriginal Family Worker Email: afw@uhcs.org.au
Primary focus on assisting new parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years, in a culturally appropriate way to enhance parents’ skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children. Areas covered within the Upper Hunter region: Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Scone, Aberdeen, Denman, Murrurundi and Singleton.
Job Placement Employment & Training (JPET) Email: jpet@uhcs.org.au
Works with disconnected young people to address social and economic barriers. JPET target group is young people 15-21 (priority given to 15-19 yr olds) who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Other target groups in the same age range include: refugees, ex-offenders, young people currently or formerly in state care and geographically isolated young people. Service delivery covers Muswellbrook, Singleton, Scone and Merriwa.
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service Email: mns@uhcs.org.au
MNS provides information, referral, advocacy and support. MNS provides emergency relief as per service guidelines and policy directives (eg food and electricity vouchers); needle and syringe exchange; computer access; and baby capsule and room hire. MNS supports community groups and initiatives. MNS services Muswellbrook local government area: Muswellbrook, Denman, Sandy Hollow, Wybong, Baerami, lower Aberdeen and surrounds.
Personal Support Programme Email:uhcssc@nobbys.net.au
PSP provides individualised support for people experiencing problems that affect their capacity to enter the workforce. Client referral through Centrelink. Area covered: Muswellbrook, Singleton, Murrurundi, Merriwa, Scone, Denman and Willow Tree.
Upper Hunter Crisis Accommodation Service Email: uhcas@uhcs.org.au
UHCAS provides assistance into short term accommodation for people who
are homeless. The service covers Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Murrurundi, Scone,
Denman, Singleton and surrounding areas. Out of hours please contact the police or hospital.
Upper Hunter Family Support Service Email: uhfss@uhcs.org.au or uhff1@uhcs.org.au
UHFSS offers assistance to families who may be experiencing difficulties. Support may include parenting education, court support, financial information, referral, home visiting, support letters, group work, and assistance with Centrelink and Dept of Housing. Service coverage includes: Muswellbrook, Murrurundi, Merriwa, Denman, Scone, Aberdeen and surrounding districts. This service also has an Aboriginal Family Worker for aboriginal families with children aged 0-8 years.
Upper Hunter Training Email: uht@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) able to deliver nationally recognised training with a focus on training and development in the Upper Hunter and Lower Hunter area. UHT is able to customise training to meet clients’ needs.
Upper Hunter Youth Development Officer Email: uhydo@uhcs.org.au
The YDO provides support to existing youth services and has a role in identifying the needs of the youth sector and developing appropriate strategies. UHYDO aims to promote positive perceptions of young people in the community.
The following projects are auspiced by Upper Hunter Community Services Inc. but located externally from the QE11 Community Centre.
Hunter Park Family Centre
Phone: 6543 3566 Fax: 6541 5270
58 Wollombi Rd , PO Box 231, Muswellbrook
Email: hpfc@hotkey.net.au
Key function is to enhance parents’ skills and confidence in raising children, to improve children’s health and well-being. A multi purpose outreach service providing access to services and support for families in South Muswellbrook and anyone from outlying areas, who need a break or support. Outreach includes: Department of Housing, early childhood nurse, supported playgroups, speech pathology, Playtime once a fortnight. Also the Centre can be a venue for groups, recreational and holiday activities.
Muswellbrook Out of School Hours Care - MOOSH
Phone/Fax 6541 3205
Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St.
P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Email: oosh@hotkey.net.au
For children aged 5 -12. Before and after school care 6.30am-6.00pm
Vacation care 7am - 6pm. Carelink
Phone: 6542 2041 Muswellbrook Hospital Mobile: 0409 831 839
Room 13, Nurses Home
PO Box 359, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
E-mail: carelink@hotkey.net.au
Support service for all who face a life limiting illness. Support and palliative care for terminally ill people and cancer clients. Volunteer visitors. Palliative care equipment as advised by medical professionals. Transport to appointments.
The following services are co-located in the QE 11 Community Centre:
Adolescent & Family Counsellor
Phone: 6542 5300
PO Box 327, Muswellbrook
Email: afc@hunterlink.net.au
Free service for youth (12- 17 years). Area covers Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter shires.
Hunter Home-Start
Phone: 6542 3575
PO Box 221 Muswellbrook
Email: helen@home-startmu.ngo.org.au
A home visiting service where volunteers offer practical support and friendship to families with children 0 – 5 years of age.
Murrane Women’s Housing
Phone: 6542 5051
PO Box 118, Muswellbrook
Email: admin@mwh.ngo.org.au
Housing scheme which provides low cost supported accommodation for women and their dependent children for up to 12 months. Support services include personal support, living and household management skills and assistance in finding long term housing. Coverage area: Muswellbrook, Singleton, Murrurundi, Merriwa, Scone, Denman, Aberdeen and surrounding districts.
The following services provide regular visiting services to the QE11 Community Centre. Appointments can be made by contacting the following phone numbers:
Interrelate Phone: 1300 736 966
Financial Counsellor Phone: 02 4932 9777
Gambling Counsellor Phone: 02 4990 4507
Singleton Community College Phone: 02 6572 4029
Multicultural Friendship Group Phone: 02 4937 5512
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