Campbelltown Council says it is continuing to support the community with a range of measures aimed at the most vulnerable in response to the current lockdown restrictions.
Council says it’s working with community organisations to address issues such as food security, homelessness and social isolation.
From today, community organisations can apply for a Campbelltown Cares grant to help them respond to critical needs related to the current health restrictions.
“Our community has shown a remarkable resilience since the beginning of the pandemic, with community organisations doing some fantastic work to help residents, people looking out for each other and businesses embracing online opportunities,” says mayor George Brticevic.
“Council’s Covid response has never stopped. These most recent support measures are underpinned by our focus on building resilience to stresses since the first lockdown and informed by data and insights from the community on the ground,” he said.
“By partnering with community groups and organisations, we have been able to respond better to stresses identified, such as homelessness, food security and social isolation,” he said.
“Our response will continue post-lockdown to ensure the most vulnerable in our community know where they can find proper access to services and support while also helping lift the local economy.”
Other actions taken by Campbelltown Council during the current health restrictions include:
Library staff conducting welfare check phone calls and helping people access online services.
Rangers assisting Meals on Wheels, Lomandra Food Service and Minto Multicultural Centre with food deliveries.
Rangers delivering Library Home Delivery Service.
Providing health and safety training to volunteer food providers and dedicated support to the Macarthur Homelessness Steering Committee and Neami International.
Collaborating with community organisations to establish a CBD hub post-lockdown to increase access to food hampers and information.
Council says it is also establishing an events and activation grants program to stimulate the local economy and encourage community activity when the current healthcare restrictions are lifted.
Businesses can also access support information in one central place on council’s website, including free business support and advisory services provided by NSW Business Connect, Service NSW, Federal Government, Business Australia and other non-government agencies. Council staff are available to provide guidance and one on one support to help businesses understand and navigate the financial packages available for small businesses.
Essential services such as park mowing and maintenance, animal care and cleaning of public spaces and toilets will continue.
