Lou's Place

Lou's Place Lou’s Place is a women’s drop in centre. Providing a safe place for women to access support. Centrelink, Housing, FaCS) and pro-bono professional services.
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The service design at Lou’s Place is based on the principle of “hierarchy of needs” with services and programs in the following three categories:
1. Ensuring basic needs are met (food, clothing, hygiene) and crisis intervention.
2. Case management, external support (court appearances, meetings with government services e.g. Healing and skill-building through therapeutic programs. We work with all w

omen, meeting them where they are in their lives and working with them from there for as long as they need help. There is no cut-off date to a person's time at Lou’s. We are a low-barrier centre, which means women can still be struggling with addiction and mental health issues and as long as they're safe to come into the house, they're welcomed at Lou’s. Lou’s Place receives no core government funding and relies on the generous support of our friends, donors and corporate partners.

05/06/2026

More photos from our Parliamentary Friends of Empowering Older Women event at NSW Parliament House.

Thank you again to everyone who joined us and supported this important conversation about older women, housing insecurity, safety and connection.

Safety, stability, dignity and connection matter at every age.Today at NSW Parliament, Lou’s Place shared frontline insi...
05/06/2026

Safety, stability, dignity and connection matter at every age.

Today at NSW Parliament, Lou’s Place shared frontline insights into the growing challenges facing older women experiencing hardship, housing insecurity and social isolation.

Our CEO, Amanda Greaney, spoke with MPs about the realities many women face every day, including homelessness, domestic and family violence, financial hardship, poor health and trauma.

The launch of our Older Women Matter booklet highlighted why community, connection and practical support are so important in helping women rebuild their lives.

Over the past year, Lou’s Place supported 1,392 women, including 224 women aged 55 and over. Thank you to the Parliamentary Friends of Empowering Older Women and everyone who joined us to help shine a light on experiences that are too often unseen.

Full media release available below
https://www.lousplace.com.au/s/260604-Lous-Place-Media-Release-Parliamentary-Friends-of-Empowering-Older-Women.pdf

18/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week we are celebrating the 100+ amazing volunteers who help make Lou’s Place what it is. 💙

From preparing yummy meals, sorting donations, helping at events, teaching them different skills like art and sewing and simply being there with kindness and compassion - our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do.

Thank you for giving your time, your energy and your care to the Women of Lou’s Place.

We are so grateful for every single one of you. 💙

May marks Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, a time to acknowledge the reality many women face, and to stan...
01/05/2026

May marks Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, a time to acknowledge the reality many women face, and to stand together in support and understanding.

At Lou’s Place, we support women at all stages of their journey. Whether they are seeking a safe space, practical support, or simply connection, our doors are open - without judgement.

We know that leaving or seeking help is complex. It takes time, courage, and the right support.

This month, we honour the strength of the women we walk alongside every day, and reaffirm our commitment to providing safety, dignity, and care.

If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out. You don’t have to navigate this alone.

Featured on this morning, journalist Aimee Edwards spoke with our CEO Amanda Greaney and one of the *Women of Lou's, D...
30/04/2026

Featured on this morning, journalist Aimee Edwards spoke with our CEO Amanda Greaney and one of the *Women of Lou's, Darlene, about the support of Lou's Place for vulnerable women and the positive life changing effect it can have on women in crisis. And how our annual fundraiser, , is more than just a three-day fashion outlet.

A special thank you to Darlene for sharing her story.

https://7news.com.au/features/lous-place-saved-darlenes-life-but-without-crucial-funding-a-three-day-fashion-sale-is-helping-keep-it-open-c-22155105

Less than one week to go! Our biggest fundraiser of the way is kicking off this Friday. Get your tickets at the door or ...
26/04/2026

Less than one week to go! Our biggest fundraiser of the way is kicking off this Friday. Get your tickets at the door or online (link in bio of )
Lots of designer clothing ant heavily reduced prices - Christian Dior and plenty more.
Every ticket purchased goes in to the draw to win a vintage scarf.
All monies raised helps support the *Women of Lou's.

Fri 9am - 5pm
Sat 9am - 7pm
Sun 9am - 1pm
Forest Lodge, Sydney

Every day at Lou’s Place, women walk through our doors from across New South Wales.Some come in for a meal and a moment ...
14/04/2026

Every day at Lou’s Place, women walk through our doors from across New South Wales.

Some come in for a meal and a moment of rest.
Others stay all day, because they simply have nowhere else to go.

What they all have in common is the need for a safe, welcoming space - somewhere they can be treated with dignity, without judgement.

Lou’s Place exists for exactly this reason. Whether it’s a hot meal, a conversation, or just a place to sit and feel human again, we meet women where they are.

This is the reality for too many women right now, and why places like Lou’s matter more than ever.

💙 Thank you for being part of a community that shows up.

*2025 intake data

Low barriers. Open doors.At Lou’s Place, we believe support should be easy to access, not something women have to fight ...
09/04/2026

Low barriers. Open doors.

At Lou’s Place, we believe support should be easy to access, not something women have to fight for.

There are no complicated referrals.
No long waitlists.
No judgement.

Just a safe space to walk into, where women are met with warmth, dignity, and immediate support.

Whether it’s a meal, a conversation, legal advice, or help navigating what comes next - it’s all here, in one place.

Because when a woman reaches out, that moment matters. And she deserves support right then.

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🏃‍♀️💙 RUN FOR HER. RUN WITH PURPOSE. 💙🏃‍♂️This year, don’t just do the City2Surf… make every step count.Join Team Lou’s ...
09/04/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 RUN FOR HER. RUN WITH PURPOSE. 💙🏃‍♂️

This year, don’t just do the City2Surf… make every step count.

Join Team Lou’s Place and turn your run into real impact for women experiencing homelessness and domestic violence.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or just in it for the vibes (and the finish line snacks 😉), you can help provide safety, support, and a place to go when she needs it most.

✨ Sign up
✨ Start fundraising
✨ Change a life

Because 14km is tough… but what she’s facing is tougher.

Let’s show up for her 💙
Register here: https://city2surf26.grassrootz.com/lou-s-place

Big thanks to 💙 Because of your generosity, women walking through our doors in crisis are able to access quality clothi...
08/04/2026

Big thanks to 💙

Because of your generosity, women walking through our doors in crisis are able to access quality clothing helping restore not just dignity, but confidence at a time when they need it most.

Something as simple as fresh, beautiful clothing can be the first step toward feeling like yourself again.

We’re so grateful to have you as part of our community, standing beside women when it matters most. 💫

Address

67 Renwick Street, Redfern
Sydney, NSW
2016

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 2pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+61293584553

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