Soul Hub is a Newcastle-based charity supporting people experiencing homelessness, social isolation, mental health challenges, addiction, financial hardship and personal crisis. Originally established as Soul Cafe in 2003, it has grown into a community hub providing practical assistance, connection and access to a range of professional support services.
Soul Hub provides free meals and grocery assistance alongside facilities such as bathrooms, laundry services and spaces where people can connect in a welcoming environment. Its Guest Support Team and social workers can also assist people to connect with appropriate services and advocate on their behalf.
Through partnerships with other organisations and professionals, Soul Hub offers access to services including medical clinics, mental health support, recovery programs and other community-based assistance. Its approach focuses on practical support, building community and bringing multiple services together in one accessible location.
Who they support: People experiencing homelessness, disadvantage, isolation, mental health challenges, addiction, financial hardship or crisis.
Key services: Meals and food assistance, guest support, social work, medical and wellbeing services, recovery support, referrals, advocacy and practical assistance.
Opening Hours:
Opening Hours (at 437 Hunter St from Mon 11th Dec)
- 7am
till 2pm Monday to Thursday
- 7am
till 9am Friday to Sunday
Meal Times
- Breakfast
7am till 8.30am everyday
- Lunch
11am till 12.30pm Monday to Thursday
Open Pantry (at 437 Hunter St from Mon 11th Dec)
- 11.30am-12.30pm
Tuesday
- 11.30am-12.30pm
Wednesday
- 8am-9am
Friday
Contact Soul Hub
Phone: 4926 1758
Email: reception@soulhub.org.au
Website: https://soulhub.org.au/