Articles by Lizzie Watkin

Opportunity to embrace Aboriginal culture IMAGE Social Services

Opportunity to embrace Aboriginal culture

May 24, 2016

Maitland and Cessnock youth, along with their parents, are being encouraged to take part in an innovative art program commencing this Sunday at Cessnock Regional Art Gallery.

Celebrating National Families Week at Hunter Stadium IMAGE Social Services

Celebrating National Families Week at Hunter Stadium

May 16, 2016

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning kicked off National Families Week (15-21 May) by inviting families involved in our Out of Home Care program to attend the Newcastle Knights vs Cronulla Sharks match at Hunter Stadium yesterday.

Spend time with us at Refugee Service IMAGE Aurora

Spend time with us at Refugee Service

May 04, 2016 Comments

I recently lunched with a group of ladies I had never met, yet it was like breaking bread with long lost friends. They are warm-hearted, passionate, open-minded and driven. I asked many questions, perhaps too many; nevertheless, with each response they grew in enthusiasm and conviction. They are passionate about what they are doing − and helping others has helped them too.

Mayfield fete a success IMAGE Social Services

Mayfield fete a success

May 03, 2016 Comments

CatholicCare Refugee Service and Mayfield Parish brought the local neighbourhood together on Saturday 30 April 2016.

CatholicCare helps young people face adulthood with confidence IMAGE Social Services

CatholicCare helps young people face adulthood with confidence

April 05, 2016 Comments

For two young locals, this year’s Youth Week Celebrations are particularly poignant, as they reflect on their incredible 12-month journey into adulthood.

Out of Home Care celebrates Easter IMAGE Social Services

Out of Home Care celebrates Easter

March 29, 2016 Comments

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning recently held its Out of Home Care (OOHC) Easter Egg Hunt at Blue Gums Regional Park, Minmi.