Settling into Redfern

Every week our new premises in Redfern feel more like home. Many clients have found their way from Victoria Street to 67 Renwick Street. There are many familiar faces, as well as new faces popping in to find help, community and a safe space. While we continued to run our important therapeutic programs during the pandemic via zoom, we are thrilled to have our in-person groups back up and running.  Slowly we are returning to the activities and events that give Lou’s the community and laughter we all missed during lockdown.

But there is still much to do. We are a new member of a diverse community in Redfern with a rich history of social services.  Now that restrictions are lifted, we are getting out and meeting our new neighbours, and learning a lot about aligned services and community centres. Some of these services we have known and worked with for years, but others are new to us.  We are discussing the best ways we can work together to efficiently help more women; how we can offer complimentary services, ensuring we are not duplicating our efforts. There is strength and efficiencies working together.

It feels great to be in Redfern. It feels great to have our long-term home.