Newsletter

Over the last year at Lou’s Place, we reached record numbers of women seeking support—women from diverse backgrounds, many facing homelessness, financial hardship, or deep loneliness. Overwhelmingly, the vast majority...

Lou's Place stood up again this year—raising awareness about Domestic and Family Violence and demanding real change. We partnered with the 2024 NSW Vigil Collective for our No More Empty...

Laura joined Lou’s Place in September 2024 as our Philanthropy Manager. She brings over 10 years of experience in business development, sponsorship and corporate partnerships, along with a strong background...

When Mary* first came to Lou’s Place in 2022, she was in crisis. She faced severe mental health challenges and substance use, and exhibited behaviours that had led to exclusion...

The Always Mum programme is a 10-week programme which provides support and guidance through to mothers whose children are in out-of-home care. Its core offerings are community, shared experience, and...

The Connecting Through Change programme supported 59 women through its core 7-week programme and its 5-week outreach programme at WHOS. Additionally, 90 women received over 350 hours of domestic and...

The drop-in centre at Lou’s Place offers a safe and welcoming environment for women in crisis and seeking support. It provides essential services, including breakfasts, lunches, takeaway meals, emergency clothing...

The Drop-In Case Work Programme is designed to provide one-off or short-term case management support to women coming to Lou’s Place. Unlike traditional support models, there is no restriction on...

Deb is a volunteer who provides massage once a week. She has been part of the volunteer team for four years. She answered a few questions about her volunteer role.

This year, Lou’s Place hit a major milestone— its 25th birthday. And like any great celebration, there was plenty of cake, fun and reflection. During the day, we celebrated with clients,...