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South East Volunteers (formerly Monash Volunteer Resource Centre) has been supporting the community of Monash since 1985.

30/10/2026

Last week, SEV's Activations Team was invited to participate in the Holmesglen's Hopeful Horizons Event 🌅

This event allowed us to talk to prospective volunteers about our volunteer service, which can help match you to volunteering positions that suit you!

Thank you to our Activations team and industrial placement students who attended, and to Holmesglen and the other stall holders for creating a wonderful atmosphere!

If you would like to volunteer with us, visit https://sev.org.au/i-want-to-volunteer/ to apply!

25/10/2026

Today is Grandparents Day, a day to celebrate Grandparents and Grandparent figures in our lives. Read about how Chloe is celebrating and honouring the role grandparents play below ⬇️ ⬇️

Grandparents have always held a special place in my life, and I consider myself extremely lucky that I have three sets of grandparents, who have each taught me the importance of respect, and showing up for others, and just how far unconditional love can go.

At South east Volunteers (SEV), we work closely with an elder demographic, providing services to elder individuals and employing volunteers who are a little older in life, so by default a large portion of our community is made up of grandparents who continue to give their time, energy and wisdom to those who need it most, long after most would have retired.

Grandparents shape families and communities in ways that often go unnoticed. They share their life lessons, offer guidance and create memories and traditions that last for generations. My grandad’s strength, kindness and dedication to his community and family for example has reminded me how much power older generations obtain and how they shape the foundations for future generations. This isn’t something we should be taking for granted, wisdom is power, and power is the future.

This grandparent’s day, I encourage everyone to join me and take the day to appreciate and celebrate all the grandparents in your life. Tell them what they mean to you whether that be through a phone call, a coffee or a letter. However, you wish to display your gratitude, make it from the heart.

At SEV we are proud to support so many incredible elder volunteers who continue to make our community stronger and who continue to share their perspectives with the younger generations who will uphold their legacies and the importance of respect and gratitude for years to come.

23/10/2026

❌FAMILY FUN DAY CANCELLED❌

We’re disappointed to announce that Family Fun Day has been cancelled.

Forecast thunderstorms, high winds, hail and heavy rain pose a safety risk to everyone attending and working at the event.

We know many families were looking forward to the day and we share your disappointment. However, the safety and wellbeing of our community remains our highest priority.

A sincere thank you to everyone who contributed to planning and preparing for the event, including our volunteers, performers, stallholders and emergency services. We greatly appreciate your time, effort and support.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank everyone for their understanding.

We look forward to seeing you at our next major event, Monash Carols by Candlelight, at Jells Park on December 5.

See more events at www.monash.vic.gov.au/festivals

09/10/2026

We're excited to be part of Monash Family Fun Day on Sunday 25 October! 🌟

Visit the SEV booth to learn more about our services, meet our team, and enjoy a fun day out with the community. Be sure to stop by and say hello!

📍 Batesford Reserve, Chadstone 📅 Sunday 25 October ⏰10am - 3pm

Book tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1648299

24/09/2026

SEV Social Support clients - join us for our Spring Sparkle music and morning tea event.

Come along and enjoy live entertainment by Farren Jones! 🎵🎶

Don't forget to RSVP by Wednesday 21 October.

Not a Social Support client? Email us on [email protected] or call us on 9590 5700, and we can walk you through how to sign up!

18/09/2026

Last Thursday, on the 10th of September, it was R U OK Day.

💛 R U OK? Day is a national day of action dedicated to reminding us that staying connected and having conversations can make a real difference in someone's life.

The day encourages all of us to look out for the people around us and to ask a simple but important question: "Are you OK?" We may not always know what someone is going through, but taking the time to genuinely check in can help them feel seen, heard, and supported.

R U OK? Day is about building a community where people feel safe to talk about life's ups and downs, and where asking for help is met with compassion rather than judgment. It's a reminder that meaningful conversations don't need to be perfect, they just need to start.

Although R U OK Day has passed, take a moment to connect with our friends, family, colleagues, neighbours, and community members today and every day. A simple conversation could make a world of difference.

01/09/2026

September is su***de prevention month in Australia. While it can be difficult to talk about, it's necessary. As Chloe says below, your voice can make a difference ⬇️

It’s a time to reflect, raise awareness, and take action to save lives. Su***de remains one of the most devastating public health issues in our country with an average of 10 people per day dying from su***de.

As mentioned previously mental health has been a massive factor in my life journey, living with severe anxiety and depression since my early teens, and like many I’ve faced head on the shame, guilt and isolation that often surrounds suicidal thoughts. I understand firsthand how those feelings mess with your psychology, how hard they make it to seek help, how you feel like a burden – but that doesn’t mean that you’re hopeless or alone.

Su***de is complex – with no single cause, it often intersects with trauma, pain, and mental illness. But it is preventable, and everybody can make a difference. Yes, I’m talking about you. Talking openly and with compassion about mental health is one way to make a difference by directly reducing shame and stigma. A small act but it creates significant progress.

This su***de prevention month, join me and commit to being part of change and progress. Listen without judgement, offer support without conditions, and encourage others to seek help early.

No one should face their darkest moments alone, be the spark that draws attention to the cause – reach out and speak up. You might just save a life.

27/08/2026

What do we do at SEV?

We connect people
We connect clients to services
We connect volunteers to positions
We connect placement participants to experience
We connect communities to resources
We connect organisations to training

We connect people

If you are interested in learning more about our services, visit sev.org.au or call 9590 5700 today!

12/08/2026

Today is International Youth Day, which focuses on Youth issues and amplifying young voices. Today, Chloe will talk about finding her voice, and how you can find yours, too ⬇️⬇️

International youth day is a chance to celebrate and appreciate the energy, resilience, voices and perspectives of young people. To acknowledge that our youth are already shaping our communities and mindsets as a society.

For me growing up with a passion to help people, from coaching local basketball teams, to supporting friends through their toughest moments yet, I was taught that just because I was young, it doesn’t mean I didn’t have a meaningful impact on others. It showed me that age means nothing if you have the drive to help others.
The youth of Australia are telling the stories that matter the most, we are screaming from the rooftops that attention needs to be drawn to mental health, equity, housing, environmental concerns, the list goes on.

Whether you’re passionate about volunteering or speaking up for change, use this national youth day to listen to a young person in your life. Lend an ear and listen to what they have to say, provide them with support. It could very well change your perspective on life.

07/08/2026

SEV's Social Support team runs monthly and seasonal events that are only available to Social Support members. You won't want to miss our Chocolate Day trip to the Chocolaterie, or miss our exclusive Footy Fans Fun Day.

If you are interested in registering for our Social Support events and services, or have a loved one who is, call us on 9590 5700 or email us on [email protected] today!

Address

290 Springvale Road
Melbourne, VIC
3150

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+61395905700

Website

http://www.sev.org.au/

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