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More than a brush and floss
We are pleased to share that the Haymarket Foundation has developed a collaboration with the Sydney Dental Hospital, which is part of the Sydney Local Health District (SLHD). Dental hospital staff will come-on site once a month to educate residents about good oral hygiene, and assist them to feel more comfortable about visiting a dentist. An immediate referral system has…
We made the news!
The Haymarket Foundation’s crisis accommodation helped Bron (pictured) find her feet – and thanks to our frontline workers, she is now living in her own place in inner Sydney. We’re so lucky that she’s an ambassador for us – and she’s even shared her story with Nine News. If you missed it, you can watch it on the link below….
Blair’s story: from an overdose to a new family
Hello, my name is Blair*. I hit rock bottom three years ago. I woke up in hospital after taking an overdose and finally admitted I needed rehab. Until then, there had been eight years of chaos – fuelled by cocaine, valium and alcohol. I went to a number of different services – the last one I needed was the Haymarket…
We’re bracing for a difficult winter
I’d like to introduce you to Bronwen. Today, as you read this, she is thriving in her inner Sydney community. She volunteers, spends time with family and sometimes looks after her grandson. But it wasn’t always like this. At just 16, Bronwen first experienced homelessness. With untreated mental health issues and a history of childhood trauma – things escalated quickly….
People are facing such difficulties this Easter
Chairperson Kevin Rozzoli, AM with CEO Gowan Vyse I am so grateful for your support of the Haymarket Foundation and our work with people experiencing homelessness. As the Chairperson of the Foundation, I’m writing to let you know we have now reached a critical point. Our case managers are reporting more people accessing our services, as homelessness increases across the country….
Voice from the frontline
Team Leader Dinsel (right) who gave the following view from the frontline. She is pictured with case manager Rory and a resident. I’ve been working with the Haymarket Foundation for 20 years – much of that time has been in our crisis accommodation facility here in Chippendale. We work with the most complex of people experiencing homelessness. Our residents have mental…
Happy WorldPride!
Former resident Ericka-Jayne with CEO Gowan Vyse (l-r) The Haymarket Foundation is proud to be a truly diverse and inclusive organization, 365 days a year. We have a high proportion of LGBTIQA+ community members – especially in our crisis accommodation facility in Chippendale. In fact, we have two beds set aside for transgender residents – ensuring there aren’t barriers to…
A life of service
To say that Kevin Rozzoli is loyal is something of an understatement. He’s been on the Board of the Haymarket Foundation almost since the organization began, coming up to 50 years ago. Initially, he got involved to help out his friend and the organisation’s founder Dr Charles Blower with a significant – and successful – application for funding in 1976….
The first weeks of 2023: a message from our Chairperson
Chairperson Kevin Rozzoli, AM with CEO Gowan Vyse It’s been a relatively quiet start to 2023 at our crisis accommodation in Chippendale. There was a COVID-19 outbreak in December, forcing many of our residents to once again be put in hotel-style quarantine. Some of our residents were back on-site for the celebration on Christmas Day – and we made a…
Behind the scenes: crisis accommodation at Christmas
Frontline worker Michaella loves sharing Christmas with residents at The Haymarket Foundation. I feel very lucky to be a part of The Haymarket Foundation team. Being a frontline worker in the crisis accommodation centre is a role I have cherished for the past three years. Being a 24/7 centre, we work right through the holiday season, including Christmas Day. The team and…