Helen's Haven Homeless health Clinic

14/06/2026

♻️💊 Did You Know? Your Empty Medication Blister Packs Can Be Recycled! 💊♻️

Most people don't realise that medication blister packs cannot be placed in your household recycling bin because they are made from a combination of plastic and aluminium. Unfortunately, millions end up in landfill every year.

The good news is that Australia now has dedicated recycling programs that allow empty blister packs to be collected and processed, separating the plastic and aluminium so they can be reused in new products.

✅ Empty tablet and capsule blister packs can be recycled
✅ Webster-paks and medication packs can also be accepted once all medication has been removed
❌ Do not place blister packs containing medication into recycling collections
Take them to any pharmacy participating in the Return Unwanted Medicines (RUM) program for safe disposal.

At Helen's Haven Healthcare, we're passionate about supporting healthier communities and a healthier environment. Every blister pack recycled is one less item heading to landfill. 🌏💚

If you use regular medications, consider collecting your empty packs and taking them to a participating pharmacy recycling point.
Small actions by many people can create a big impact. ♻️✨


For collection locations visit:

pharmacycle.com.au

11/06/2026

That’s right - in 2023 people aged 40-49 accounted for 27.4% of unintentional overdose deaths in Australia whereas people aged 20-29 accounted for 8.3%. This period also showed an increase in unintentional overdose deaths in people aged 50-69 too. Overdose doesn’t just affect young people!
What drug fact do you wish more people knew? Tell us in the comments and we’ll see if we can spread the word.

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

💚💙 Understanding Prisoner Reintegration Programs 💙💚

It has come to our attention that many people are unaware of why reintegration programs exist and why charities and community organisations choose to support people leaving correctional facilities.

The simple answer is this: one day, most prisoners return to the community.

When that happens, having stable housing, access to food, support services, employment opportunities, community connections, and positive social networks significantly reduces the chances of reoffending and helps create safer communities for everyone.

Reintegration programs are not about excusing past actions. They are about helping people become productive members of society after they have served their sentence or are legally returning to the community under supervised conditions.

Whether a person is on parole, a good behaviour order, reporting requirements, or wearing an ankle monitor, they still have rights and responsibilities within the community. They have the right to access support services, seek employment, obtain housing, access healthcare, purchase food, and participate in community life within the conditions set by the courts or corrective services.

Many charities provide assistance because they recognise that homelessness, unemployment, social isolation, and lack of support can increase the risk of people falling back into harmful situations.

A stronger community is built when support services, charities, businesses, and community members work together to help people move forward and make positive choices.
Not every person leaving prison will succeed, but every person deserves the opportunity to try.
Supporting reintegration isn't about the past. It's about investing in a safer and stronger future for our entire community.

🧡 Community support can change lives.
🧡 Prevention is often more effective than crisis response.
🧡 Stronger pathways create stronger communities.

Reach out to Goodna Street Life
Goodna Street Life Rehabilitation
For more info

13/05/2026

🏡 HAPPY NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE WEEK 🏡

This week we celebrate the incredible. Neighbourhood Centres Queensland across Ipswich and surrounding areas — the places quietly helping people every single day. ❤️

From food relief and emergency support, to social connection, advocacy, programs, referrals, community events and simply being a safe place to walk into… neighbourhood centres are often the heart of the community.

Please show them some love, give them a follow, share their services, volunteer if you can, or simply help spread awareness of what they do. 🤝

📍 Goodna Neighbourhood House
Goodna Neighbourhood House
33 Queen St, Goodna
📞 (07) 3818 1648
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/goodnanh/

📍 Riverview Community Centre
Riverview Neighbourhood House
28 Mitchell St, Riverview
📞 (07) 3816 2111
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/RiverviewCommunityCentre/

📍 Redbank Plains Community Centre
Redbank Plains Community Centre
180 School Rd, Redbank Plains
📞 (07) 3810 6666
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/Redbankplainscommunitycentre

📍 Gailes Community House
Gailes Community House - Family and Community Hub
30 Karina St, Gailes
📞 (07) 3879 3004
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.gailescommunityhouse.com.au/

📍 Leichhardt One Mile Community Centre
Leichhardt One Mile Community Centre
17 Denman St, Leichhardt
📞 (07) 3812 1270
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.lomhc.org.au/

📍 Rosewood Community Centre
Rosewood Community Centre
6 John St, Rosewood
📞 (07) 5464 1116
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://rosewoodcc.org.au/

📍 Karalee Community Hub
39 Junction Rd, Karalee
📞 (07) 3282 9096
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://karaleecommunityhub.com.au/

Find more information here!
https://www.neighbourhoodcentreweek.com/

These centres matter more than many people realise.
They are connection.
They are support.
They are community. 💛

08/05/2026

The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) helps give Australians access to affordable medicines.

The maximum cost of a PBS medicine for Medicare cardholders is $25 and $7.70 for Commonwealth concession card holders, plus any brand premium.

For more information, visit health.gov.au/cheapermedicines.

Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing

08/05/2026

Need care today?

Our Urgent Care walk-in clinic is open 7 days with no appointment needed, bulk billed, and Medicare accepted.

Visit us from 7am–10pm weekdays and 8am–10pm on weekends.

For questions, call us on 07 3818 6299.

*For life‑threatening emergencies, please call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department

05/05/2026

Many Australians are aware of the short-term impacts of alcohol, but not so much its long terms impacts.

Drinking won’t always lead to a serious health condition, but it does increase the risk. And the more someone drinks, the higher the risk.

Alcohol is linked to a risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke and other chronic conditions.

We explore more below in the comments 👇

03/05/2026

💙💚 CALLING OUR COMMUNITY – WINTER HEALTH DRIVE 💚💙

As the cold sets in, the reality on the streets gets tougher… and something as simple as staying dry or treating a minor illness can make all the difference.

Helen’s Haven Homeless Healthcare is putting the call out for essential winter HEALTH items to help protect our community and prevent sickness this season 🩺❄️

We’re currently collecting:
🩹 First aid kits
🧥 Raincoats
☂️ Umbrellas
🤧 Tissues
🔥 Hand warmers
🛡️ Weather-proofing items (ziplock bags, tarps, etc.)

These aren’t luxuries — they’re frontline protection for people doing it tough.
Every donation helps us provide care, comfort, and dignity to those facing homelessness 💚

📍 Drop-off locations:
🏢 Goodna Street Life Office – 8/5 Smiths Road, Goodna
🏥 The Haven – 9 Layard St, Goodna
If you’ve got spare items, or can grab something small next time you’re at the shops, it all adds up. Small things really do make a big impact. Please only donate the items needed as we are limited in storage, Thank you!

Let’s rally together and keep our community safe, warm, and cared for this winter 🤝