CCC: HISTORY
The Cheltenham Community Centre Inc., previously known as The Cheltenham Neighbourhood House, originated in 1986.
Initially a group of people from the Cheltenham Church of Christ established an 'open door' friendship group. Over the years this has increased to over 1800 people accessing the centre each week attending self-help, educational and recreational activities.
A volunteer committee of management, elected each year at the annual general meeting, oversees the running of CCC.
Originally the Neighbourhood House operated from an old house on the church grounds. Approximately five years ago the church rebuilt their worship centre and offered CCC accommodation at a peppercorn rental, as one of their contributions to the community.
CCC is autonomous from the church and is an incorporated body.
CCC believes in working together in partnerships with local agencies, learning institutes and government to provide both yourself and the community with a service to the best of our ability.
At the Cheltenham Community Centre, staff encourage volunteers to participate in many areas, thus giving people their right to ownership of this community venture. The benefits of volunteering are many and varied and skills exchange is an excellent way of support and development.
Training is offered to our volunteers in areas suited to them. We also offer and encourage students on placement. We believe on the job training is one of the best ways to gain experience. If you would like to be a volunteer at CCC please contact us for more details.
