Carrington Cottages

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

✨ Day 1 Done and What a Day It Has Been! ✨

Yesterday at the AHURI Homelessness Conference, we had the privilege of hearing from an incredible lineup of speakers and panellists who challenged thinking, shared powerful experiences, and highlighted opportunities to strengthen our homelessness and housing systems.

This year's conference theme, "Disrupting the Narrative," was evident throughout the day. From insightful presentations to impactful lived-experience perspectives, sessions encouraged us to challenge assumptions, reframe conversations about homelessness, and focus on solutions that promote dignity, inclusion, and lasting change.

Every presentation reinforced the importance of working together to create better outcomes for people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.

We left Day 1 energised, inspired, and grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many passionate people across the sector.
Thank you to everyone who shared their knowledge, experiences, and vision for the future. We look forward to continuing the conversation and learning more today. 💙🏠

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06/10/2026

💙🏠 Today, Carrington Cottages is proud to be part of the AHURI Homelessness Conference! 💙

Representing our organisation are:
✨ Karen Aistrope, CEO and Deputy Chair of Homelessness SA
✨ Allen Edwards, Carrington Cottages Ambassador and Homelessness SA Board Member
✨ Trudi Penrose-Starr, Tenant Services Delivery Manager

We're excited to connect, learn, and collaborate with others who are committed to creating meaningful change in homelessness services and housing outcomes. Together, we can share knowledge, amplify lived experience, and work towards a future where everyone has access to safe and secure housing. 💙🤝

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20/09/2026

🎉 Happy 96th Birthday, Peter! 🎂

We had the pleasure of celebrating a very special milestone with one of our long-term tenants, Peter, who has turned an incredible 96 years young!

In 2019, Carrington Cottages expanded its housing services by becoming a Community Housing Provider, allowing us to broaden the support we offer to South Australians experiencing homelessness. As part of this evolution, our accommodation model was redesigned to provide transitional housing for men, women, couples, and their pets. While growing our capacity to assist those in need, we have remained dedicated to recognising and supporting our long-term boarding house tenants who have been part of the Carrington Cottages community for many years.

Peter is one of those valued long-term tenants. He has called Carrington Cottages home at two different times throughout his life, and during this latest chapter has been residing with us since 2010. As we've grown and evolved over the years, we have remained committed to supporting tenants like Peter, whose connection to Carrington Cottages spans many years and whose stories form part of the fabric of our community.

One of the highlights of the day was listening to Peter a proud veteran, share stories from his life. It was a real privilege to hear about his experiences, memories, and the journey that has brought him to where he is today. His stories reminded us of the rich history and wisdom that our older community members carry. He also told us that this was his first birthday cake in many many years.

Please join us in wishing Peter a very happy 96th birthday and all the very best for the year ahead. We are honoured to have him as part of the Carrington Cottages community. 🎈🥳🎂

17/09/2026

Celebrating 100 Years of an Extraordinary Life 💙

This Friday, 18 September, Sister Deirdre Jordan RSM AC MBE would have celebrated her 100th birthday. Although we farewelled Sister Deirdre in January at the age of 99, her centenary is an occasion to celebrate an extraordinary life and a legacy that continues throughout South Australia and here at Carrington Cottages.

An educator, academic, Chancellor, advocate, trailblazer and Sister of Mercy, Sister Deirdre possessed a brilliant mind, a formidable ability to make things happen and, above all, a heart for people experiencing disadvantage. Even in her later years, she continued to generously share the business insight, wisdom and considered counsel that had distinguished her throughout her life. Her remarkable life encompassed leadership of St Aloysius College, an academic career at the University of Adelaide and a longstanding association with Flinders University, including 14 years as Chancellor.

For Carrington Cottages, Sister Deirdre’s legacy is deeply personal.
Together with Sister Judith Redden RSM AO, our current Deputy Chair, Sister Deirdre championed Carrington Cottages and believed deeply in what we could achieve for people experiencing homelessness. Without their advocacy, connections and support, Jordan Place would not have been achieved. Our generous benefactors have always chosen to remain quietly anonymous. Carrington Cottages therefore elected to name Jordan Place in Sister Deirdre’s honour — acknowledging her instrumental role and paying homage to the Sisters of Mercy and their enduring values of compassion, dignity, service and social justice.

Today, Jordan Place stands as a tangible reminder of Sister Deirdre’s ability to bring people and purpose together, and of what can be achieved when government, philanthropy and community unite around a shared commitment to improving the lives of others. As we celebrate her centenary, we acknowledge Sister Judith Redden, the Sisters of Mercy, Sister Deirdre’s family and friends, St Aloysius College, the University of Adelaide, Flinders University and the many people fortunate enough to have shared in her remarkable life.

A brilliant mind. A pioneering spirit. A formidable leader. A compassionate heart.

Happy 100th Birthday, Sister Deirdre.
Your legacy lives on, and Carrington Cottages will forever be proud that a very special part of it carries your name. 💙

With love and gratitude,
The Board, Staff, Tenants and Future Tenants
of Carrington Cottages

16/09/2026

Vale Sister Betty Schonfeldt RSM OAM

It is with great sadness that Carrington Cottages acknowledges the passing of Sister Betty Schonfeldt RSM OAM, our founding Administrator and a remarkable woman whose compassion, dedication and service helped shape Carrington Cottages into the organisation it is today.

From 1989 until her retirement in 2014, Sr Betty devoted 25 years to Carrington Cottages and to supporting hundreds of men experiencing homelessness.

For Sr Betty, Carrington Cottages was always about more than providing a room. It was about dignity, compassion, safety and belonging.

Her extraordinary contribution was recognised in 2017 when she was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to social welfare in Adelaide.

Although Carrington Cottages has grown and evolved, the values Sr Betty instilled remain at the heart of our work and her legacy continues through every person we support.

On behalf of our Board, staff, tenants and the entire Carrington Cottages community, we extend our deepest condolences to the Sisters of Mercy, Sr Betty’s family, friends and all who loved her.

Thank you, Sr Betty, for an extraordinary life of service.
Your legacy will forever remain part of the heart and history of Carrington Cottages.
Vale Sr Betty. 🤍

14/09/2026

Great news 💙— BaptistCare’s Community Food Hub in Adelaide’s C*D is expanding to five days a week, starting Friday, 4 September!

14/09/2026

One more week of Safewill's FREE Wills Week. ⏰ Don't miss this limited opportunity to secure your legacy for a good cause.

Thanks to Safewill, you can create your Will for free up until 21 September. 📆

Tick an important piece of admin off your to-do-list, and enjoy peace of mind knowing that Safewill Wills are backed by lawyers and thoroughly reviewed by an experienced Australian legal team. ⚖️📝

We understand leaving a gift in your Will is a deeply personal choice, and Hutt St Centre would be honoured if you would consider leaving a gift in yours to help people facing homelessness in South Australia. 🧡

Learn more or start your Will today at no cost👉 safewill.com/huttstcentre.

Please contact Hutt St Centre on 8418 2500 or at huttstcentre.org.au/contact if you have any questions about leaving a gift in your Will.

10/09/2026

This World Su***de Prevention Day, we're thinking of all those affected by su***de.

This year’s theme, 'Changing the Narrative on Su***de', reminds us that the way we talk about su***de matters. When we replace silence with connection, stigma with understanding, and fear with compassion, we create space for people to feel heard and supported.

Today and any day, you can be there for those struggling, those living with loss, and those supporting others. A simple check‑in can be the start of a life‑changing conversation.

If you're going through a difficult time and need support, we encourage you to contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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10/09/2026

💛 R U OK ? Day 2026 💛

At Carrington Cottages, we know how important it is to simply check in on one another.

Today is a reminder that a conversation could change a life. Whether it’s a friend, family member, neighbour, colleague or someone in our community taking the time to ask “Are you OK? Can help someone feel seen, heard and supported.

Many people face challenges that aren’t always visible, a genuine conversation can make a real difference.

To all of our tenants, staff, partners and wider community let’s continue building a culture of kindness, connection and support.

R U OK?