The Ken Horsham Scholarship is an initiative to assist CHC and HomeGround affordable tenants to achieve their study goals.

The late Ken Horsham was a founding director of CHC and served in various roles from 1998 onwards, including Chair of the Board of Directors. Ken had a strong interest in progressing his community and a passion for social justice and it is in this spirit we are pleased to honour him with this scholarship.

How much is the scholarship?
The scholarship total fund is $8,000 and each student can apply for a value up to, but not exceeding, $1,000 to further their education.

Successful recipients may only receive one scholarship per year.

Who can apply for the scholarship?
You are eligible to apply if you:

• are a current CHC/Affordable HomeGround tenant
• have been a CHC/Affordable HomeGround tenant for at least three (3) months prior to submitting your application
• are over 16 years of age at the time of submitting your application, and
• can provide proof that you are currently enrolled in study in a part or full-time capacity

How long do I have to apply for the scholarship?
Applications open on Monday, 27th November 2023 and close at 5 pm on Friday, 19th January 2024.

Late applications won’t be considered.

Where can I learn a bit more?
You can download and read the Ken Horsham Scholarship Applicant Factsheet or email events@chcaustralia.com.au

How can I apply for the scholarship?
To fill out the application form online, click here.

Please note: Applying for the Scholarship will not guarantee your success.

You will receive a confirmation via email from one of our staff members if your application is successful.

If you wish to apply and require assistance, please call Emma Cameron (Community Development Manager) on 02 6248 7716.

CHC’s Digital Literacy Program is in full force, featuring modules on basic computer skills and social media platforms. Get ready to enhance your digital knowledge!

Learn more about:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Social media for personal use
• How to use social media to promote your business, arts, crafts, band, etc.

📅 Dates & Times (2023):

1. Monday, 23rd October10:00 am – 4:30 pm

   Registrations close 18/10

2. Monday, 30th October10:00 am – 4:30 pm

   Registrations close 25/10

3. Monday, 6th November10:00 am – 4:30 pm

   Registrations close 01/11

Where:

DKB Hall – Located at Common Ground Dickson

Address: 8 Hawdon Place, Dickson – ACT 2602

If you’d like to join, fill out the form below and choose your preferred date.

Limited spots available! Register now to guarantee your spot.

Register here

CHC financially supported by the ACT Government and NHFIC, propose to deliver up to 22 affordable rental dwellings for at-risk Canberra women in Strathnairn, Canberra.

Pending external approvals, CHC anticipates the construction of the Built-to-Rent-to-Buy Women’s Housing Initiative Pilot Project will commence around December this year with completion in late 2024.

At this stage, CHC is accepting expressions of interest only.

Please complete the below form and we will contact you when the application process starts.

Feel free to check our website and follow us on Facebook to receive news about this and other CHC developments.

CHC Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CHCAustralia

CHC’s Digital Literacy Program is kick-starting, featuring modules on MyGov, basic computer skills, essential websites, and social media. Get ready to enhance your digital knowledge!

MyGov Modules will provide you:

• Step-by-step guidance to navigate through the platform
• Tips and tricks to make the most of myGov’s features
• Personalised assistance to address your queries

Dates & Times:

1. Monday, 4th September: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2. Wednesday, 6th September: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
3. Wednesday, 27th September: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Where:

DKB Hall – Located at Common Ground Dickson

Address: 8 Hawdon Place, Dickson – ACT 2602

Mark your calendars and come join us at these interactive sessions.

Limited spots available! Reserve your spot now by registering below.

Register here

CHC will be hosting an info session on the Safehome program – an ACT Government Initiative in partnership with SupportLink, aimed at enhancing home security.

The program offers community education, the provision of home security assessments and minor modifications to eligible residences.

If you’d like to attend the info session and learn how to improve your home safety, register here.

Info session details:

Date: Saturday, 22nd of July 2023

Time: 10 am to 12 pm

Location: DKB Hall (Common Ground Dickson) – 8 Hawdon Place in Dickson, ACT 2602.

Registrations close at 5 pm, Thursday, 20th of July 2023.

CHC and HomeGround Real Estate Canberra will be hosting a Strength for Life program and Falls Risk Assessments info session on the 14th of July 2023.
Strength for Life is a progressive training program created to help people over the age of 50 (over 40 for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders) improve their physical strength, fitness and social connection.

This program was designed to improve a participant’s strength, balance, coordination, endurance and mobility, and other benefits may include:

• reduced risk of falls
• preventing or managing arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes and heart disease
• speeding up recovery from illness
• reducing lower back pain
• improved ability to undertake daily living tasks
• opportunities for social interaction
• improvement in self-esteem and mental wellbeing

If you are a CHC/HomeGround tenant and part of this age group, we invite you to join us in this session!

How to register for the info session?

Email your full name, mobile number and address to events@chcaustralia.com.au

Info Session Date: Friday, 14th July 2023

Where: Common Ground, 8 Hawdon Place, Dickson ACT

Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm

We look forward to seeing you there!