In commemoration of National Volunteers Week, the Greek Welfare Centre (GWC) recognises the vital role volunteers play in delivering the GWC programs and services to the community – our Volunteer Program has always been a very important part of the Greek Welfare Centre in Adelaide and South Australia. This year, the dedicated GWC volunteers were… read more
Carers come in all shapes and sizes; young and old, knowing and unknowing! The caring role is often very demanding affecting a Carer both emotionally and physically. Did you know that Carers: Are 40% more likely to suffer from chronic illness and health issues such as back problems, anxiety and depression are directly linked to… read more
My life, my choice! An initiative of Catalyst Foundation, Ageing SA and Seniors Information Service, this is Adelaide’s largest Disability and Ageing community event which is held annually. It is an invaluable opportunity to gain access to the most up-to-date information, to connect with services/providers and hear directly from 200 businesses and organisations. It was… read more
The Greek Welfare Centre was blessed to host Archbishop Makarios on his inaugural visit to Adelaide on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. His Eminence’s visit to the Centre was typical of his keen interest in the philanthropic work of our Archdiocese and whilst visiting, he expressed his gratitude for the work our Centre does and offered… read more
For the second time we hosted a MOVIE NIGHT. Colleagues, family and friends joined and supported us to raise awareness of the Centre; the valuable work we do to help those in the community. All enjoyed an opportunity to mingle, followed by the screening of the movie “Wonder” with Julia Roberts.
The Greek Welfare Centre of SA is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. Many of the Greek Welfare Centre’s services for the aged are supported by the Australian Government Department of Health under the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, and our Ageing Well programs (including the St Philothei Community Network) by Office for Ageing Well | SA Health. Note that although funding for these services has been provided by the respective government departments, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views or policies of those governments.
