Hastings Neighbourhood Services
ILC 5 Hubs Program
Information, Linkages & Capacity Building
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Louise Wells
Georgia Smedley Amy Trotter |
ILC - Support Woker
ILC - Support Woker ILC - Program Support Woker |
0477 681 771
0456 751 290 0461 450 448 |
We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals of all abilities. We recognise the First Nations Peoples of Australia, paying homage to the cultural traditions of Elders past, present, and emerging, and we honor the Birpai people upon whose land we gather.
What We Do
Hastings Neighbourhood Services Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) Social and Community Participation program will support people with disability, their families and carers within the local community to participate in peer mentoring support groups, social participation activities and inclusive information/skills building workshops, underpinned by individual capacity building activities.
Our Aim
The ILC program aims to provide it's participants with:
The ILC program aims to provide it's participants with:
- Greater opportunities to participate and contribute to the community
- Increased accessibility to the community
- Increased inclusion within the community
- Increased skills and knowledge through capacity building workshops
- Easier access to, and knowledge of services within the community
Meet The ILC Team
Grace Thompson
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Meet Grace our Community Engagement Officer
Grace is an accredited Social Worker who has previous experience working within the Child Protection sector. Grace is a country girl who moved from Hay to Port Macquarie for a sea change and loves exploring rock pools and waterfalls. In her spare time Grace is either burying her head in a good book, fishing, or spending quality time on the beach with her two sausage dogs and partner. Grace is an enthusiastic advocate for the rights of vulnerable individuals and the importance of accessible services within the community |
Louise Wells
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Meet Louise our Support Worker
Louise is a proud Yuin woman. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree, a Diploma in Community and a Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling. She has worked in Family Preservation for 12 years, Nursing for 4 years and High School teaching prior to that. Louise is a kind and compassionate listener who loves to support people in need to achieve their goals. Louise is a lifelong learner who remains open to new information and finding new ways to address difficult hurdles in life. |
Georgia Smedley
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Meet Georgis our Support Worker
Georgia is an accredited social worker who has recently just finished her university degree. Georgia was born and raised in Port Macquarie. Georgia is a strong advocate for human rights and is passionate about empowering people whether that is through providing information, linking them into services or creating connections. Georgia wants to support people to achieve their goals and create a safe space to do so. |
Amy Trotter
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Meet Amy our Programs Support Worker
A proud local with deep roots in the Wauchope and Port Macquarie communities, Amy brings over two decades of experience in early childhood and primary education. With a background that spans teaching, managing, and even owning and operating her own childcare businesses, Amy is passionate about building strong support networks for children, families, and individuals. Driven by a desire to empower others and promote wellbeing across the community, Amy is excited to bring her inclusive approach and wealth of knowledge to her role. |
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Vacant Position
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Servicing the Communities of:
How we can Support You
Listen and Validate
Our ILC team will listen to your story and validate your experiences, needs and goals.
Our ILC team will listen to your story and validate your experiences, needs and goals.
Develop Individual Plans
We will work one on one with participants to identify individual goals along with any barriers they may face.
We will work one on one with participants to identify individual goals along with any barriers they may face.
Provide Information
The ILC team are dedicated to fostering participant growth and development through a range of tailored information.
The ILC team are dedicated to fostering participant growth and development through a range of tailored information.
Link in with Services
The ILC Team believe it is essential to link participants with local services to enhance individual capacity and contribute to community.
The ILC Team believe it is essential to link participants with local services to enhance individual capacity and contribute to community.
Taking Time to Empower You
Information
The ILC team will endeavour to provide participants with the information required to access services and become active members of the community.
Linkages
The ILC team are committed to linking participants with the right services to address needs, barriers and all aspects of wellbeing.
Capacity Building
The ILC team will strive to empower participants with the tools and knowledge they need to drive their own development and become active members of the community.
The ILC team will endeavour to provide participants with the information required to access services and become active members of the community.
Linkages
The ILC team are committed to linking participants with the right services to address needs, barriers and all aspects of wellbeing.
Capacity Building
The ILC team will strive to empower participants with the tools and knowledge they need to drive their own development and become active members of the community.
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Check the Timetable for Locations and Times
1. Grow Catch & Cook
Everyone is welcome at our Grow, Catch & Cook nature-based social program focusing on building knowledge and skills in and around the outdoors. Grow Catch & Cook supports capacity building through gardening, fishing and cooking related activities and experiences. Come and be part of our social crew where together we will:
GROW - learn gardening techniques for composting to growing your own fresh produce.
CATCH - learn fishing techniques and come and enjoy throwing in a line at our beautiful Lake Cathie followed by a BBQ lunch.
COOK - Learn to cook nutritious meals from the produce of our Lake Cathie Community Garden.
You will also have the chance to meet and be part of the passionate and friendly gardening community with lots of fun group activities along the way.
This is an all-abilities program for anyone who may be experiencing their own challenges, or supporting someone living with mental health struggles, disability, social barriers or who just want some extra "me time" for self-care, networking and to build their social and emotional capacity.
Registration Required:
To register contact Paul on 0428 975 180 or complete the Registration Form below.
GROW - learn gardening techniques for composting to growing your own fresh produce.
CATCH - learn fishing techniques and come and enjoy throwing in a line at our beautiful Lake Cathie followed by a BBQ lunch.
COOK - Learn to cook nutritious meals from the produce of our Lake Cathie Community Garden.
You will also have the chance to meet and be part of the passionate and friendly gardening community with lots of fun group activities along the way.
This is an all-abilities program for anyone who may be experiencing their own challenges, or supporting someone living with mental health struggles, disability, social barriers or who just want some extra "me time" for self-care, networking and to build their social and emotional capacity.
Registration Required:
To register contact Paul on 0428 975 180 or complete the Registration Form below.
2. Raising Warriors
Single Mums Support Program
Raising Warriors is a women's wellness program that welcomes mums. It is a safe environment for women to explore things such as mindfulness, creativity, breathwork, meditation, self-reflection, self-care, habit stacking, nutrition and movement.
This is an all-abilities program for women who may be experiencing their own challenges, or supporting someone living with mental health struggles, disability, social barriers or who just want some extra "me time" for self-care, networking and to build their social and emotional capacity.
Registration Required:
To register contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or complete the Registration Form below.
Raising Warriors is a women's wellness program that welcomes mums. It is a safe environment for women to explore things such as mindfulness, creativity, breathwork, meditation, self-reflection, self-care, habit stacking, nutrition and movement.
This is an all-abilities program for women who may be experiencing their own challenges, or supporting someone living with mental health struggles, disability, social barriers or who just want some extra "me time" for self-care, networking and to build their social and emotional capacity.
Registration Required:
To register contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or complete the Registration Form below.
3. Empower Her
Empower Her is an arts-based wellbeing and therapy program for women.
This is an all-abilities program that is open for anyone who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, supporting someone living with disability, experiencing social or physical barriers or anyone seeking extra "me time" to work on their physical and social wellbeing.
Registration Required:
To register contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or complete the Registration Form below.
This is an all-abilities program that is open for anyone who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, supporting someone living with disability, experiencing social or physical barriers or anyone seeking extra "me time" to work on their physical and social wellbeing.
Registration Required:
To register contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or complete the Registration Form below.
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4. Strength in Motion
Description: Strength in Motion is an all-abilities Yoga and Pilates program for women looking for some timeout to reflect, socialise, learn how to take better care of themselves and enjoy some relaxing-nourishing activities. There will also be space held each week after the class for participants to socialise and share some nutritious snacks. All you need to bring is yourself, a drink bottle and a willingness to learn - we will provide the rest. This is an all-abilities program that is open for anyone who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, supporting someone living with disability, experiencing social or physical barriers or anyone seeking to build upon their physical and social capacities. |
Registration Required: To register contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or complete the Registration Form below. |
5. Chill & Chat
Men's Social Group
Chill & Chat is designed to be a safe space for men to come together, play some games, socialise and enjoy some food and drinks. Each week the group will discuss aspects of social wellbeing whilst enjoying fun games and activities such as darts, sticky golf, ping pong and more.
This is an all-abilities program that is open for anyone who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, supporting someone living with disability, experiencing social or physical barriers or anyone seeking extra "me time" to work on their physical and social wellbeing.
Registration Required:
To register contact Paul on 0428 975 180 or complete the Registration Form below.
Chill & Chat is designed to be a safe space for men to come together, play some games, socialise and enjoy some food and drinks. Each week the group will discuss aspects of social wellbeing whilst enjoying fun games and activities such as darts, sticky golf, ping pong and more.
This is an all-abilities program that is open for anyone who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, supporting someone living with disability, experiencing social or physical barriers or anyone seeking extra "me time" to work on their physical and social wellbeing.
Registration Required:
To register contact Paul on 0428 975 180 or complete the Registration Form below.
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Our Locations
Outreaching to Laurieton and Kempsey
Outreaching to Laurieton and Kempsey
Port Macquarie ILC Centre
Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre
2 - 4 Dodds Street,
Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Mon - Friday 9.00 am - 5.00pm
2 - 4 Dodds Street,
Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Mon - Friday 9.00 am - 5.00pm
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ILC Support Worker
Louise Wells Workdays: Monday to Friday ILC Support Worker - Programs Support
Amy Trotter 0461 450 448 [email protected] Workdays: Wednesday to Friday |
ILC Support Worker- Port and Kempsey
Georgia Smedley 0456 751 290 [email protected] Workdays: Monday to Friday |
Lake Cathie ILC Centre
Lake Cathie Community Hub
34 Mullaway Road
Lake Cathie NSW 2445
Mon - Frid 9.00am - 5.00pm
34 Mullaway Road
Lake Cathie NSW 2445
Mon - Frid 9.00am - 5.00pm
Wauchope ILC Centre
4 Tallowood Avenue
PO Box 545
Wauchope NSW 2446
Mon - Frid 9.00am - 5.00pm
PO Box 545
Wauchope NSW 2446
Mon - Frid 9.00am - 5.00pm
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HNS Information, Linkages and Capacity Building is funded by the Department of Social Services for the period of 2 years from 1st July 2024 through to 30th June 2026.
This program was funded for capacity building and social participation for community members living with disability. The ILC team are here to support and welcome individuals who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, experiencing social barriers or who just wants to learn some extra skills.
The Information, Linkages & Capacity Team strive to deliver:
This program was funded for capacity building and social participation for community members living with disability. The ILC team are here to support and welcome individuals who may be experiencing mental health struggles, living with disability, experiencing social barriers or who just wants to learn some extra skills.
The Information, Linkages & Capacity Team strive to deliver:
- community support programs
- information referrals
- build social connections
- bring the community together
Hastings Neighbourhood Services
We embrace diversity and welcome all.
We acknowledge and pay cultural respect to the Biripi people – the first custodians of the land we live and work on today.
We acknowledge and pay cultural respect to the Biripi people – the first custodians of the land we live and work on today.
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Incorporated as Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre since March 1978
Trading as an Australian Business No: 89592910624 since July 2000 Copyright HNS
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