The Buttery began as a youth refuge and drop in centre in 1973, operating under the auspices of the Anglican Church and the Diocese of Grafton
A 9 to 12 month residential alcohol drug rehabilitation treatment program for men aged over 18 years, who are homeless or at risk of being homeless.
The House is an accommodation unit for people who find themselves homeless or in unsuitable accommodation. It is run by the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.