b'Uniting Staff ProfileJacinta, Team Leader,Housing Services WestI have worked at Uniting for more than 8 years and in 2023 became the Team Leader of Housing Services West. I am experienced in the community housing and homelessness services sectors. The West team oversee a large housing portfolio in the Central Highlands and Wimmera.Every day is different, and I work with a wonderful team, who also share my passion for housing". "I have particularly enjoyed watching the housing service change and grow over the years and seeing the positive social impact Uniting has contributed to within the community housing sector.We will feature a new staff member in each editionof Home Connect.Chatty Caf Australia The philosophy behind Chatty Caf is: We believe having a chat can brighten your day.With over 200 venues across Australia, Chatty Caf is about creating friendships in cafes/restaurants and facilitates connecting with like minded locals. Chatty cafes are in community venues such as Community Centres and Neighbourhood Houses and in local cafes.Recent research found that just one quality conversation with a friend boosts our daily well-being. To read more about the study, visitscience-daily.com/releases/2023/02/230202 135217.htmThis is a wonderful reason to join your localChatty Caf.Check the website to find your local Chatty Caf chattycafeaustralia.org.au/find-a-chatty-table3 Home Connect Newsletter April 2024'