As things are looking very different lately for the Be family however one thing continues to stay the same- we are here to support our clients any way we can. So whilst our regular social support programs are on hold until further notice, the Be team have implemented some creative new programs and initiatives to stay engaged.

Transport update

Be is continuing to provide much needed transport services under government guidelines and include;
• Non-essential Transport up to 50km from your home
• Social distancing of 1.5m still applies inside and outside the Be vehicle
To make a booking or if you have any questions regarding additional transport services please contact our friendly team on 1300 761 011.

Tele-Friends

With many day-to-day activities cancelled we have designed a new program called Tele-Friends to help our clients stay connected during these unsettling times. The program partners clients with a dedicated Be Tele-Friend who will ring you weekly to check in with you and have a chat.  Available: Free service & open to all Be clients. Contact your local office or call 1300 761 011.

Welfare Checks

Our team are currently contacting clients to ensure that no-one is going without essential grocery and medical items. These calls also double up as a chance to connect with clients who are travelling and socialising less and finding new ways that Be can keep our community connected and engaged.
Available: All regions

Grocery Shopping Services

We are offering a variety of shopping options to ensure you are not without your essential groceries and medical items. Contact your local Be office to talk through your specific needs.
Available: All regions

Ageless Grace Online

One of Be’s most popular social and wellness events, Ageless Grace is now coming to you at home via Facebook live! Join Jane at 10am on Tuesday morning for a live video session.
Set up a chair in front of your computer, smartphone or tablet, log into Facebook and turn up the sound ready for music, exercise and fun.
Ageless Grace® is a fun, simple senior health & fitness program. You can exercise – seated, standing or even lying down. The 21 simple exercises based on the science of neuroplasticity work all parts of the body and brain in ways that help develop, maintain or regenerate our functionality.
Available: All regions

Book Exchange

At many of our social events clients would organise a small book exchange. In this time our regions are getting creative and Be staff and volunteers are implementing a mobile book exchange. If you would like to have books delivered to your door please contact our team to register your interest in this program.
Available: All regions

Be Connected

Fancy an online chat with one of our friendly team? Or maybe you need help setting up video calls so you can chat with friends and family. We’re here to help you get connected. Contact your local Be office to register your interest.
Available: all regions

Letter Writing / Pen Pals / Drawing Exchange

Each region is exploring relationships with local schools, Child Care Centres and families of Be staff to kick-off a Pen Pal program. Please contact our team if you are keen to be included in this program.
Available: All regions

Welfare Packs

For more isolated clients welfare packs can be delivered with essential grocery items, a local magazine and a friendly chat on arrival. Please contact our team to find out more information on this program.
Available: Mackay

IGA Shopping Services

To help ease the burden of heading out and grocery shopping we have partnered with White’s IGA on the Sunshine Coast to provide Be clients access to their free home delivery service plus a 5% discount off your grocery bill. There is no minimum spend required. Simply prepare your shopping list and call 5390 1200 to take up this service or for more details.
Available: Sunshine Coast

Take-Away Food Delivery

Craving some different food options? We can arrange the delivery of your favourite local take-away. Available: Mackay, Townsville and Wide Bay

We’d love to hear from YOU. Share your stories and photos with us via our Facebook page or send them to info@wearebe.org.au 

Our greatest priority at this time is the safety and well-being of all Be clients, staff and volunteers. We are committed minimising risk and have taken appropriate precautions to continue to deliver essential services, updates and care. The Be team is here for you, we are all in this together.