Street Side Medics

We’re excited to share that Street Side Medics received a Medicare Champion Award in the Commitment to Community category at the inaugural Stronger Medicare Awards this week! Street Side Medic's Clinical Manager Jo Plowes and volunteer GP Dr Helena Gawlinska had the incredible opportunity to attend the awards ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra, alongside the Hon. Anthony Albanese, Hon. Mark Butler, and many more outstanding individuals. The event highlighted outstanding contributions to Australia’s primary healthcare sector. Out of 140 nominations from across the country, 37 finalists were selected, with 20 recipients ultimately awarded. We are honoured to be recognised among such impactful healthcare initiatives and remain dedicated to delivering essential healthcare to people experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported us in this journey! This award motivates us to continue making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

A recap of our impact last month!    In October, we completed:   • 43 Clinics • 88 Clinic Hours • 255 Volunteer Contributions • 565 Volunteer Hours • 564 Patient Interactions • 247 GP Consultations None of this would be possible without the committed and generous individuals who donate their time and money each week to keep our mission alive, so thank you to all our supporters for your amazing efforts!

Congratulations to Dr Siow Liew from Bidwill Family Practice and the Street Side Medics team for being named finalists in the Stronger Medicare Awards. Dr Liew has dedicated nearly 40 years to providing compassionate, culturally safe care, while Street Side Medics delivers free health care to vulnerable individuals across Sydney with their mobile clinics. Let’s celebrate their remarkable contributions to community health! Winners will be announced on 4 November at Parliament House in Canberra. Find out more about the Western Sydney finalists: https://bit.ly/48sEcVv

What an amazing person and a life changing service , Healthcare to the Homeless. Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) and an excellent conference Street Side Medics

Last week, our CEO Nic Brown and Founder Dr Daniel Nour were honored to be invited to a BBQ hosted by NSW Premier, Chris Minns, in Parramatta. The event was a celebration of regional NSW, Western Sydney, and the incredible cultural diversity that makes up modern Australia. It was a privilege to be among community leaders, volunteers, and individuals excelling in their fields, sharing stories and experiences that reflect the heart and spirit of our state. The event also showcased some of the best produce from NSW, supported by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, and it was amazing to have the King visit our backyard in Parramatta! We’re proud to support such a vibrant, diverse community, and it was a great opportunity to connect with those making a difference across the state.

A huge shout out to Mediscrubs Pty Ltd for their incredible generosity! Since day one, they’ve been donating scrubs to support our team, and this year alone, they’ve provided over 200 new scrubs for our volunteers across all clinics. Thanks for helping us keep our volunteers looking sharp while they provide essential care!

I am deeply honored to have been invited to the Parliamentary Reception for His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty Queen Camilla today. A particular highlight was the opportunity to discuss the important work of Street Side Medics with His Majesty, who showed great interest and enthusiasm in hearing about our work addressing the healthcare needs of those experiencing homelessness.

Last week, our CEO Nic Brown had the privilege of attending the inaugural DECJUBA Foundation Summit. DECJUBA is generously supporting Street Side Medics in our expansion to Melbourne, helping us continue to provide essential healthcare services to those experiencing homelessness. The Summit brought together DECJUBA Foundation charity partners and changemakers for an inspiring day of connection and collaboration. Attendees were treated to a VIP, behind-the-scenes experience with The Australian Ballet and heard from DECJUBA’s owner and CEO, Tania Austin, as well as Dr. Samantha Nutt, founder and president of War Child, who shared her incredible journey and insights. A highlight of the day was a panel session led by DECJUBA Foundation General Manager Gill Whelan, featuring for purpose leaders like Hunter Johnson, CEO of The Man Cave, Sarah La Roche, CEO of Smiling Mind, and others. They offered invaluable insights into increasing funding through thought leadership, advocacy, and building trust. The day wrapped up with a celebration on the DECJUBA rooftop, where everyone enjoyed food, drinks, and the chance to build connections with fellow DECJUBA Foundation friends. It was an inspiring day, and we’re excited for the impact we can make together!

Our incredible giving community have made it possible to distribute $77,450 in funding to provide critical care for those sleeping rough. This is helping provide: 🚿 laundry, showers, and hygiene packs 🍲 hot meals and nutritious food relief 👨⚕️ medical care through outreach ⛺ tents, swags, and sleeping bags to keep warm and dry 💚 safe drop-in spaces for social connection and support referrals 🏡 housing pathways and accommodation support Read the blog to hear from our partners like Reach Newcastle Ltd trading as Reach Homeless Services Mama Lana's Community Foundation, Street Side Medics, ICYS Ipswich Community Youth Service, Casey North Community Information and Support Service Community Accommodation & Support Agency Inc #homelessness #roughsleeping #endinghomelessness #housingfirst #community #grants #fundraising #philanthropy

It was a real privilege yesterday for Daniel Nour and I to be invited by Her Excellency, the Governor-General Samantha Mostyn to Admiralty House to discuss the work of Street Side Medics. We had a really meaningful conversation about the work we’re doing, and we were grateful for the chance to share our progress in making healthcare more accessible for people experiencing homelessness. Her Excellency has been a long-time supporter of SSM, having already visited our clinic in Marrickville a number of times. Our discussion also touched on our mutual optimism for the future of Australia. While we acknowledged the significant challenges that lie ahead, particularly in addressing the needs of our most vulnerable, we are united in our belief that these issues can be overcome through collective action and working together across the community. So a big thank you to Her Excellency for not only believing in what we do but for taking a significant amount of time out of her day to hear our stories and share the willingness to continue to support Street Side Medics mission. The cup of tea with that view went down pretty well too…. #leadership #healthcare #socialimpact #homelessness #equity #streetsidemedics