Our stories Archives - Jesuit Social Services

"My career is head work and volunteer work is heart work" - how Lucy's volunteer role is helping young people to thrive
- 20 August 2024
With two decades of volunteering experience under her belt, Lucy Losinno was looking for a new way to help in 2020 when she came across the Community Connections Mentoring program, and decided to give Jesuit Social Services a call. Hear how her support is helping her participant to "live her dream."
The Western Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centre's new garden is demonstrating the importance of connecting with place, with people, and with self
- 22 July 2024
"Even in the depths of winter, here, we are surrounded by flowers," says Stuart Muir Wilson, employee of Jesuit Social Services who has spent the last year cultivating a therapeutic garden space for our new Western Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centre in Sunshine, Victoria.
“It just didn't feel like a regular hospitality business, it was something more special.” A final farewell to our beloved Ignite café
- 9 July 2024
“It just didn't feel like a regular hospitality business, it was something more special.” This was the sentiment echoed by employees and customers alike as we recently farewelled our social enterprise Ignite café program in Camberwell, Victoria. Ignite café supported people facing barriers to work or training to build both skills and meaningful connections, helping…
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Thursday Men's Group
- 12 June 2024
Willmot Community Hub's Thursday Men’s Group is a space for men of all ages to come together over breakfast, coffee, or a game of cards. “These simple interactions and connections with people have helped quiet, insular people become really engaged.
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Tuesday Community Breakfast
- 12 June 2024
The scent of eggs, bacon and fresh bread from the local market is only half of what keeps the 70 to 100 attendees of Willmot Community Hub’s community breakfast coming back each week. It’s also a place for people to connect with one another and ask for support.
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Friday Parenting Course
- 12 June 2024
At the Willmot Community Hub, Friday is a crucial point in the week. Parents come together for a parenting course that’s more than just a class—it’s a vital support.
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Wednesday Nutty Knitters
- 11 June 2024
The Nutty Knitters, the Hub’s weekly knitting and crocheting get-together, has woven together members of the Willmot community who are often left behind.
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Wednesday Paediatric Clinic
- 11 June 2024
Access to proper medical attention and care is critical for anyone’s health. For the residents of Willmot, it has made a monumental difference to the entire community. After noticing the lack of medical services available for families in the area, the Willmot Community Hub began advocating strongly to have a nurse and paediatric clinic under…
A Week at Willmot Community Hub: Monday Playgroup
- 9 June 2024
At Willmot Community Hub on Monday mornings there is a flurry of giggles, games, and growth at our weekly playgroup. From 9am to 10:30am, parents and caregivers gather with their children for a time of connection and development.
Empowering students: The impact of volunteers at Jesuit Social Services' Homework Club
- 15 May 2024
For nearly 20 years, Jesuit Social Services has run the Flemington Homework Club, with the generous support of a team of skilled and dedicated volunteers. Hear how this support enriches the lives of our volunteers, while making a meaningful difference in the settlement experience of students and their families.