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Who can come to the Ruah Centre?The Ruah Centre is a service for all disadvantaged men and women who:
All are welcome regardless of culture, background, religion, beliefs, sexuality or disability. What services does the Ruah Centre offer?Drop-in (9am-1pm) offers a safe, relaxed and friendly environment, where people can sit, talk, read or watch TV, while waiting to receive assistance and support. Tea and coffee is available for free from 9.30am - 1pm. Showers are available free from 9.00am - 12.45pm. There are three male, two female and one disabled shower. (A towel and soap/shampoo are supplied). Crisis assistance (9am - 2pm) is provided by workers to help and support people with practical problems, referrals and advocacy. People are helped to get support and service in all areas of their lives, including:
People are assisted to attend appointments. Outreach: Support is offered for managing day to day issues and problems. Cooking skills: Free cooking lessons are offered with food provided. Participants are welcome to eat the meal at the Centre and/or take it home. Art Group: Meets once per week (free materials provided as available). Hands on Health: Volunteers visit the Centre and offer regular Ruah Centre consumers a range of health services. Where is the Ruah Centre?The Ruah Centre is located at 33 Shenton Street, Northbridge. How to access the Ruah CentreMany people self-refer by visiting the Centre or phoning first. Referrals from other agencies are also accepted via telephone. Contact UsAddress: 33 Shenton Street, Northbridge WA 6003 Manager: Margaret Nelson, e-mail margaretnelson@ruah.com.au |
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