Ways to Wellness

21/08/2026

Michael’s story with Ways to Wellness 💚
After the passing of his wife, Michael found himself lonely and lacking difference to his days.
When he reached out to Ways To Wellness, Evey accompanied Michael to MGCCI’s Art for All group, where he has made social connections with likeminded people. You can also see Michael at the centre volunteering, and he has become a valued part of our team ☺️
This Loneliness Awareness Week, we’re showcasing how finding the right connections can change an individual’s life. Having the support to do so can make all the difference in creating real, genuine connection within community 💚

19/08/2026

💛 Connection makes a difference! 💛
We loved receiving this beautiful feedback from our Ways to Wellness participants after our Coffee & Games morning during Loneliness Awareness Week.
“Thank you for the beautiful day I had… Everyone was friendly, I had interesting conversations with each person I met and I'd like to meet and have fun with all again soon.”
This is exactly what community connection is all about, meeting new people, having a chat, sharing a laugh and feeling welcome. ☕🎲💛
Thank you to everyone who came joined throughout the week and helped make the Loneliness Awareness Week so special!

💛 Connection makes a difference! 💛

We loved receiving this beautiful feedback from our Ways to Wellness participants after our Coffee & Games morning during Loneliness Awareness Week.

“Thank you for the beautiful day I had… Everyone was friendly, I had interesting conversations with each person I met and I'd like to meet and have fun with all again soon.”

This is exactly what community connection is all about, meeting new people, having a chat, sharing a laugh and feeling welcome. ☕🎲💛

Thank you to everyone who came joined throughout the week and helped make the Loneliness Awareness Week so special!

18/08/2026

Loneliness Awareness Week was such a beautiful week full of connection at the Mt Gravatt Community Centre.
We would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who made this week so special. A big thank you to Evey, our Link Worker, who worked tirelessly this week to ensure everything was organised and everyone felt safe and welcome!
Thank you to our volunteers - without you it none of this would be possible.
We would also like to thank White Lady Funerals for their generous donation of flowers with friendship affirmations! These were such a lovely addition to our week and were beloved by attendees.
Thank you to Kara Cook MP and Corrine McMillan MP - State Member for Mansfield for coming along to get involved in the week, and taking the time to have meaningful conversations about loneliness with us.
Thank you to the Brisbane City Council for your very informative information session, and to Brisbane Festival and Cheep Trill for their first session of Community Choir.
Thank you to everyone who came along, we hope you had a wonderful week ☺️

08/08/2026

Did You Know?
62.5% of Ways to Wellness participants who received our intervention reported improved levels of overall health.

07/08/2026

Did You Know?
67% of Ways to Wellness participants felt less lonely and isolated after working with a Link Worker.

06/08/2026

🎶 Day 4 of Loneliness Awareness Week 🎶

What a wonderful morning of music, laughter and connection at our free Community Choir led by the amazing Cheep Thrills at the Mt Gravatt Community Centre! 💙

Participants came together to sing, meet new people, and discover that you don't need any previous experience to enjoy the benefits of music. It was a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, learn a new skill, and experience the joy of connecting through song.

As we continue Loneliness Awareness Week, let's keep making room for connection in our community. 💛

06/08/2026

Did You Know?
Ways to Wellness community participation increased by 70.3%, creating stronger, more connected communities.

05/08/2026

Did You Know?
8 in 10 Ways to Wellness participants connected to ongoing supports before challenges became crises.

04/08/2026

A huge thank you to Kara Cook MP for taking the time to join us during Loneliness Awareness Week and meet with our wonderful Ways to Wellness participants at the Mt Gravatt Community Centre.

It was a pleasure to share conversations about the importance of social connection and to showcase how our Ways to Wellness program is supporting people to build friendships, reconnect with their community, and improve their wellbeing.

Thank you for listening to our participants' stories and for recognising the value of community-based programs that help reduce loneliness and social isolation. We appreciate your time, interest, and support.

💙 Together, we can continue to make room for connection.