PRONIA

PRONIA Community Services, Melbourne, Australia
PRONIA - for a stronger community PRONIA [Pron’-ya] empowers, advocates and cares for the Australian Greek community.

From its origins as a vital support system for the first wave of vulnerable Greek migrants, to building a strong community over 50 years in the making. And now paving the way for whole new generation to realise their potential. Our comprehensive support services, in-depth cultural knowledge, educational expertise and advocacy is undertaken with the aim of creating a stronger community that enables

each and every person to overcome disadvantage and reach their potential. PRONIA means ‘to provide’ or ‘make provision for’ in Greek, but of course it also means more than that. Its deeper connotations of ‘care’ and ‘forethought’ lie at the heart of our mission.

Tune in tomorrow afternoon to hear our very own Agnes Kyriakou talk about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.If you or some...
16/06/2026

Tune in tomorrow afternoon to hear our very own Agnes Kyriakou talk about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
If you or someone you know needs help, call PRONIA on (03) 9388 9998.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Elder abuse is a violation of human rights and a significant health issue. PRONIA is he...
15/06/2026

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Elder abuse is a violation of human rights and a significant health issue. PRONIA is here to help and inform our community about elder abuse. No one is alone!
We will share information on various topics throughout this week.

Emily Georgopoulos from Merri-bek Council and Jack Intziadis from Services Australia attended PRONIA to discuss Future C...
12/06/2026

Emily Georgopoulos from Merri-bek Council and Jack Intziadis from Services Australia attended PRONIA to discuss Future Care information to participants regarding available supports and services.
Emily presented Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) of Merri-bek Council. Jack provided information on Services Australia, including means testing requirements and the various government benefits and concessions that participants may be eligible to access outside of their My Aged Care packages.

10/06/2026

The cardiac group participated in a flower arrangement activity focused on sensory engagement and mindfulness. The activity was designed to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support emotional wellbeing through creative participation. Participants were actively engaged and appeared to enjoy the session, with the activity supporting mindfulness, social interaction, and positive wellbeing outcomes.

Celebrating an incredible legacy of care and community! 💙We warmly congratulate our Peter Andrinopoulos on his distingui...
08/06/2026

Celebrating an incredible legacy of care and community! 💙
We warmly congratulate our Peter Andrinopoulos on his distinguished recognition with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his service to the Greek community of Melbourne!
Peter Andrinopoulos has dedicated over 40 years to supporting the Greek community, including 18+ years with PRONIA. As Coordinator of Community Support Programs, he has helped more than 8,000 vulnerable and socially isolated older people and their carers, leading services across Melbourne and guiding a team of 35 staff and 140+ volunteers. For Peter this recognition honours a lifetime of service and the “extraordinary impact” him and his team have made. His work often quiet but deeply transformative, empowers people facing language, cultural and social barriers to live more connected, independent lives.
“The most rewarding part has been giving a voice to those often unheard and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.”

PRONIA is privileged to be partnering with Hellenic Medical Society of Australia on the upcoming community health event,...
26/05/2026

PRONIA is privileged to be partnering with Hellenic Medical Society of Australia on the upcoming community health event, “Understanding Back Pain,” It was an absolute pleasure to have Dr. Dimou as my guest on 3XY segment - Discussions with the CEO - to talk to our community about the event and importance of understanding back pain.
If you, or a loved one experience back pain, see event details below and register to attend the event. Registrations are essential and everyone is welcome! Click the link to register: https://ow.ly/ROgX50Z3Sfi

Date: Sunday, 31 May
Time: Registration from 1:30pm | Event starts at 2:00pm
Location:
Footscray Hospital Community Centre
89 Ballarat Road, Footscray
Cost: Free

Only 1 hour to go!Make sure you tune in and listen to our amazing Volunteer Recruitment and Support Coordinator Ilias Vo...
13/05/2026

Only 1 hour to go!

Make sure you tune in and listen to our amazing Volunteer Recruitment and Support Coordinator Ilias Vogiatzis and our wonderful volunteers today at 3pm on 3XY.
Want to learn more and become a volunteer yourself?
Contact PRONIA today on (03) 9388 9998 or email [email protected]

10/05/2026

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

As part of PRONIA’s Stronger Together Program, carers of people living with dementia came together today for a beautiful Flower Arrangement Workshop

Stronger Together is a culturally and linguistically responsive dementia support program for the Australian Greek community in Melbourne and Hobart, supporting both carers and people living at home with early-stage dementia.

With 50% of carers to people living with dementia, providing up to 60 hours of care each week, creating space for their wellbeing is essential. Through activities like this, Stronger Together, offers opportunities for connection, learning, and self-care.
Today’s workshop gave carers a chance to relax, socialise, and express their creativity. Flowers have a unique way of calming the mind and lifting one’s mood. Focusing on creating a flower arrangement boosts one’s mental wellbeing by increasing positive emotions, reducing mental clutter as well as allowing for personal expression, creativity and a sense of accomplishment.

There were smiles all around as carers proudly shared their creations, many reminiscing about the flowers of their Greek homelands.

08/05/2026

This week is Heart Week which is Australia’s national heart health awareness week held in May each year (4–10 May) we are encouraging people living in Australia to Never miss a BEAT.

Today in the Cardiac Group we had 26 participants and we spoke about positive steps to reduce their heart disease risk and a condition called Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB or (AF).

*See your GP for a Heart Health Check I want to encourage everyone to better understand the risk factors for heart disease and book a Heart Health Check with their GP.

One person living in Australia has a heart attack or stroke every four minutes that’s why the Heart Foundation wants you to see your GP

*Start a conversation about heart health with your loved ones Speak to your friends and family about their heart health, and the steps they can take to lower their risk. Encourage them to find out more about their heart disease risk factors, book a Heart Health Check with their GP and make the most of free resources and programs to improve their eating patterns and exercise habits

We can also keep active by going for a walk on your lunch time break , eat well and try some new healthy recipes
We can all take positive steps to reduce our heart disease risk by using the Heart Age Calculator in only three minutes which you can find on the Heart Week website Never miss a BEAT this Heart Week | Heart Foundation.

Address

7 Union Street
Brunswick, VIC
3056

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+61393889998

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