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Strong connections

Tanya's story

Strong connections – Tanya’s story

“I met Kate and it was like I had met someone who I had known for a long time. I didn’t need to go any further.”

Tanya


Tanya and Kate pictured laughing in front of a house.

“I’m happy and I know that I’m safe here.”

Tanya


Tanya pictured sitting on a bed holding up printed pictures of her children to the camera.

“If you stick with your goals and never give up, you will get what you really, really want. If it’s in your heart, follow it. It will come.”

Tanya


Tanya sitting in a park on a mat along with two other female friends.

How being home helped Tanya in other areas of her life

Nowra was where Tanya really wanted to be. Finding a permanent home there helped her prioritise her health and stay connected to community and family.

Home

“Within a couple of days they said, we are offering this permanent tenancy to Tanya.” Kate

Health

“Since Tanya has been housed, the improvements are improved health, stability.” Kate

Social & community

“Family are able to come visit. The grandkids can come stay on the weekends.” Kate

Help is available

Link2home is the statewide homelessness information and referral telephone service.

Ask Izzy

Ask Izzy website

Ask Izzy is a mobile website that connects people who are in crisis with the services they need right now and nearby.

Last updated:

02 May 2023