Canberra residents are to have access to more resources, support and information about the community they are a part of with the official launch last week of the city’s Community Recovery Plan.
Announced by the Chief Minister Andrew Barr and Minister for Community Services and Facilities, Suzanne Orr, the multi-stage Plan outlines the Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic to date and its long term plans for recovery.
In a statement, the Ministers said the next phase would implement a range of initiatives in partnership with the community sector including a ‘know your neighbour campaign’; wellbeing calls to counter the barriers of detachment and isolation; and community Activity Packs to help Canberrans stay occupied and connected.
The Ministers said the next phase would also see the launch of ‘Connect in Canberra’ a website to provide non-health related COVID-19 information
“While restrictions are easing, there are Canberrans who will continue to feel the effects of COVID-19 for a long time to come,” Ms Orr said.
“The highest impacts are felt by our young people, our elderly, those with health needs, people experiencing social isolation and people who have lost work,” she said.
Ms Orr said the Government recognised that non-government and community sector partners were working hard to meet the community’s needs.
“We look forward to engaging further with the sector to continue gaining their input and feedback,” she said.
The One-page Community Recovery Plan can be accessed at this PS News link.
