• Beacon duo attend Governor’s Ball
- deansimpson7
- Oct 7
- 2 min read
BY ANTHONY CASTLE
A Salvo worker and client attended the recent Governor’s Benefit Ball in Perth, WA.
Kristy Cole, case worker at The Beacon Salvation Army homelessness centre, and her client Cassandra, were chosen to represent the service at the prestigious black-tie event after being gifted tickets by DV Assist.
The event was held in the historic Government House, which contains the largest ballroom in the state, in August.
The event raises funds for charities like The Salvation Army that support women and children who have experienced domestic violence.
“It was a privilege to share this experience with my client and to witness the joy it brought to her,” Kristy said. “Cassandra has engaged wholeheartedly in The Beacon’s restorative and positive lifestyle programs, actively participates in other site events, attends resident meetings, and recently joined the Women’s Empowerment program On My Feet. She deserved being spoilt and acknowledged for her hard work.”
The black-tie evening featured the very best of West Australian culture and cuisine. Guests witnessed a historic collaboration between WA Jazz Project, WA Opera, and WA Ballet, who performed music and movement evocative of the 1920s.
“I felt so proud to be part of such a special evening and really wish to thank The Beacon and DV Assist for making this possible,” said Cassandra.
The Beacon is The Salvation Army’s largest residential homelessness facility in Australia. It offers case management, crisis intervention, allied medical health services, and development programs. Clients work on the issues that contributed to their risk of homelessness or becoming homeless.
“The evening was also personally meaningful for me, as it marked my second time meeting the Governor,” said Kristy. “Our first was in 2019 at Optus Stadium, when he was still the Police Commissioner. I was one of the guest speakers at The Red Shield Appeal Breakfast, where I shared my testimony.”
