Like many communities at the moment, we are very aware that rising fuel prices and the general cost-of-living may be creating additional pressure on family budgets. When the world is feeling unpredictable it seems everyday things can quickly become more expensive, and we know that can create extra stress for families.
As a school community, we want families to know that support is always available. If you are finding things a little tighter than usual, please know that you are not alone and that we are here to help where we can. Our community is strongest when we look out for one another.
Barossa Food Support Services
Christian Community Hub Tanunda – No-cost meals offered at various times throughout the year.
Foodbank – Mobile Food Hub Nuriootpa – Fortnightly mobile van providing low-cost groceries, free fruit and vegetables, and food support for families experiencing financial stress. Referral is required and then access is via iSEE Church.
iSEE Church Barossa – No-cost meals and hot drinks available on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10.30am – 12.30pm and a range of items are available to those in need from the iSEE Resource Hub. Emergency relief hampers are also available upon request.
Lutheran Care Tanunda – Emergency food relief and household support for people experiencing hardship. Referrals to other support services can also be facilitated.
Meals on Wheels Barossa – Hot and frozen meal delivery services for older people, people with disability, carers, or those recovering from illness.
SecondBite Food Finder – A food rescue organisation that helps people locate nearby food relief services.
Uniting Church Community Kitchen – No-cost meals available every Tuesday (take-away only from 6pm – 6.45pm) and Thursday (dine-in and take-away from 5pm – 6.45pm) evenings.
The Barossa Cares website is also a great resource for finding a range of supports including emergency relief services, food, housing and crisis support. Depending on the need, the school can also look into other avenues for support. Families are always welcome to have a confidential conversation with any of the school Wellbeing Team staff members.