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Congratulations to our lovely volunteer Angela, who works for Amazon and was recently chosen by the company for their “Amazon Stars” program. This program recognises staff who contribute their time to the community.

Read more and watch the video at: https://www.aboutamazon.com.au/news/workplace/amazon-stars-its-rewarding-to-see-the-smiles-on-their-faces

The organisation formerly known as Burwood Community Welfare Services (BCWS) has completed a change of name in 2023, and is now known as Community Action for Better Living (CABL).

This is the fourth time the organisation has changed its name since its establishment in 1967 as we continue to adapt to the changing world around us.

We now serve an area much wider than just Burwood and, rather than a focus on welfare, we deliver actions that support individuals and families and build community capacity to enable people, especially those who are experiencing difficulties, to live better lives. We remain committed to using our resources to provide the highest possible quality of service to the community of the Inner West.

CABL is not currently providing Welfare Relief Assistance Programs. If you require assistance of this kind, please contact us

Phone: (02) 9744 1866
Email: info@cabl.org.au

and our team can refer you to other local services.

Up-to-date information and resources on COVID-19 can be found on the following websites:

• For information on COVID-19 in NSW go to www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19
• For information and resources for individuals and businesses in NSW go to www.services.nsw.gov.au/covid-19
• NSW Health provides information at www.health.nsw.gov.au/infectious/covid-19
• The Australian Government provides information on COVID-19 at www.australia.gov.au/covid19vaccines

To ensure the safety of clients, staff and volunteers at CABL, we continue to follow the advice and requirements of NSW Health.

If you require urgent assistance please consider the following options:

• Emergencies: call 000
• Domestic violence: call the DV Hotline on 1800 656 463
• Life crisis support: call Lifeline on 131 114 or for ATSI call: 13YARN on 139 276
• Sexual assault and domestic and family violence: call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732
• Mental health: call the Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511