Building Hope, One Hello at a Time

Have you ever felt like people surround you, yet no one really sees you? I know that feeling all too well. There have been days when I’ve walked into a room and felt invisible or scrolled endlessly on my phone, hoping someone would notice me. And honestly? Sometimes the word I needed most was the simplest one, “Hello.”

A warm hello and a smile could impact someone’s life!

☀️ Moments I’ll Never Forget

In the community, The Spiers Centre supports:

• A young mum struggling to pay rent after her partner left, trying to keep a roof over her children’s heads while feeling invisible.

• An older couple facing retirement costs, sometimes unable to afford food, and carrying the shame of asking for help.

• A teenager with nowhere safe to stay, sleeping in his car and feeling profoundly lonely, unsure if anyone would notice.

  
  

These people weren’t strangers, they were reminders. Reminders that loneliness and hardship can sit quietly beside us, even when everything looks fine on the outside.

🌱 Why Hello Matters to Me

The “It Starts with Hello” campaign speaks to me because loneliness and homelessness often creep in quietly, with late bills, skipped meals, and growing silence. A simple hello can spark a connection, break shame, and remind someone they’re seen and not alone.

For me, a simple hello has been a lifeline. It’s:

✨ Sparked a connection when I felt lost.

✨ Broken through shame when I didn’t want to ask for help.

✨ Reminded me that I’m seen, and I’m not alone.

Saying hello is about more than greeting someone, it’s noticing when someone is silently struggling and offering support before things spiral out of control.

💜 Why I Believe in The Spiers Centre

When I discovered The Spiers Centre, I realized how powerful it is when a community says more than just hello. They walk alongside people who feel invisible, offering financial counselling, emergency relief, and genuine support.

Their message is one I hold close: You matter. You’re seen. You’re not alone.

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🚶 What I’m Choosing to Do

I’ve learned I don’t need to be a superhero, even small actions can make a big impact.

Here’s what I do:

👋 Say hello to friends, neighbours, or strangers who might be carrying silent battles.

💌 Share stories because sometimes, knowing you’re not the only one can make the world feel lighter.

🙌 Support organizations like The Spiers Centre, whether through time, donations, or simply spreading the word.

👂 Listen because being present is one of the greatest gifts we can give.

💭 Let’s Talk

Have you ever received a simple “hello” that brightened your day? Or maybe you were the one to offer it when someone needed it most? I’d love to hear your story because your words could be the very hello someone else has been waiting for. Remember, loneliness fades when we choose connection.

Contact The Spiers Centre

Heathridge Neighbourhood Center 2 Albatross Court, Heathridge, WA 6027

Phone: 9401 2699

Email: info@thespierscentre.com.au

More info: thespierscentre.com.au/contact

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