Office closure and other important information Supporting your mental health during the festive season Resident Voice update Festive fun without the price tag What’s on this festive season 2024 BHC resident end of year celebration! 3 4 5 6 7 8 Dear BHC Residents, As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible sense of community we’ve shared throughout 2024. One of my favourite moments of the year was attending our end-of-year resident event. Meeting so many of you, hearing your stories, and celebrating together was a true highlight for me and the entire BHC team. Thank you for making it such a special occasion! As BHC continues to grow and expand across Queensland in the coming years, we understand it might become harder for everyone to come together as one large community. That’s why we remain committed to supporting and investing in local end-of-year celebrations at your properties. If you and your neighbours would like to celebrate at your building, please reach out to us. We’d love to help you resource and promote your event this December to make it a success - see page 6. Looking forward, we’re excited to share that BHC’s Ethel Street, Chermside development is nearly ready, with 34 households requiring a home or at risk of homelessness moving into their new homes soon. Next year, we’ll complete more projects in Redcliffe, Stones Corner, as well as another project in Chermside, creating even more safe, affordable homes for those in need of stable housing across Queensland. We know this time of year can be challenging with rising living costs, and at BHC, we’re here to support you through it. Our programs, including household grants and specific grants for children and young people, are available now. If you’d like more information, don’t hesitate to reach out to your Housing Manager. Also, be sure to check page 6 for helpful ideas on financial assistance during this often-costly time of year. As we enter the festive season, it’s important to care for both your physical and mental health. While Christmas can bring joy, it can also be a challenging time for some, so remember to check in with yourself and those around you. If you need support, there are wonderful services available (page 4). Also, with the summer heat upon us, take extra care by staying hydrated, drinking plenty of water, and seeking shade during the hottest parts of the day. Most importantly, be gentle with yourself and take time to enjoy this season in a way that feels comforting and meaningful to you. As we close out 2024, I want to express my gratitude for your ongoing support. Your feedback and community participation continues to inspire what we do at BHC. From all of us here, we wish you a joyful and peaceful season. Here’s to a bright 2025! Sincerely, Rebecca Oelkers, CEO IN THIS EDITION Last month, BHC proudly secured funding through the 2024 Christmas Grant Round, thanks to the generosity of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust. The grant allowed us to host a delicious lunch for over 90 BHC residents, bringing them together to share connections and community as we wrap up the year. Check out the back page of the Bugle for photos from this wonderful event! Our Resident Wellbeing Coordinator, Toni, had the honour of accepting the grant on behalf of BHC, alongside Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and Lady Mayoress Nina Schrinner. BHC UPDATE SUMMER EDITION 2
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