About Us
Community Support & Outreach Services Central Coast Ltd is our entity name. We are also known as Community SOS and Community SOS Central Coast. We operate from two locations - The Narara Community Centre, Narara and the Yaringaa Building, Woy Woy. We are an independent and an incorporated company limited by guarantee. We are a registered charity with the ACNC and a Deductible Gift Recipient.
Our Motto
“Supporting Community. Reaching Out With Care”
Our Values
• Respect • Integrity • Equality • Empowerment • Compassion
Our Vision
We seek to build social cohesion and promote equitable access to services and opportunities for local residents.
Our Purpose
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To provide financial support and education, to help those expereincing a financial crisis, and
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Social well-being support to individuals, families and the community.
Aims & Objectives of the Organisation:
1. To facilitate the development of services and opportunities which meet the changing needs of the Central Coast communities.
2. To provide specific assistance and programmes to particular individuals or target groups.
3. To maintain the standard of services provided, evaluate and monitor changing needs.
4. To deliver high quality advocacy, counselling, referral, support, information and
community education.
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Membership
Membership is open to those who have an interest in supporting our activities and programs. Members have the right to vote at general meetings.
Annual membership is $5.00 per annum, per person.
Membership can include up to two people at the same household. Applications for membership are submitted to Community SOS Board of Directors for approval.
The membership year is 1st October to 30th September but you can join at any time. Members joining after 1st April each year will have their membership automatically rolled over to the next financial year. Our Annual General Meeting is held in October or November each year and all members are encouraged to attend.
To express your interest to become a member please click on the link and apply:
Our Board of Directors
The organisation has a voluntary Board of Management which is made up of skilled people who are committed to supporting our programs and activities.
Board members are elected for a two year period at the Annual General Meeting each year. Our Board of Directors consists of four directors. Members wishing to become a director are interviewed and approved at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
If you are interested in joining our Board, please send an email to Directors@communitysos.com.au
Vivian Andreazza is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organisation and is responsible for all operational matters, meeting funding guidelines and requirements, and compliance with the organisation's policies and procedures.
Ben Darby
Chair
Ben Darby (CA, JP) is a Chartered Accountant and Justice of the Peace with over 13 years of experience supporting small businesses across the Central Coast and interstate.
Ben has also assisted several not-for-profit organisations with financial reporting and operational matters, helping them strengthen their financial management and deliver effective community support.
Dylan Rose
Secretary
Dylan Rose has spent more than 15 years working in the not-for-profit sector, with experience across fundraising, supporter engagement, operations and strategy.
He brings a practical perspective to the Community SOS Board, drawing on his experience helping organisations navigate growth, improve performance and stay focused on the people they serve.
Dylan is passionate about building strong, sustainable organisations that can create lasting community impact. He currently serves as National Manager, Operations Strategy & Performance at The Smith Family
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Thomas Meany
Vice Chair
Thomas Meany has lived and worked on the Central Coast for over 20 years whilst raising his young family.
Thomas has over 15 years experience in operations management, business unit management and project management spanning Australia and South East Asia and over a number of sectors including manufacturing, engineering, mining, construction and services.
Thomas was also a member of the Central Coast RFS Trail Bike Unit for over 10 years.
Dale Williams
Treasurer
Dale Williams (BA in Economics and Accounting; MBA) has retired from a career invested in the not-for-profit sector, where he held a number of diverse senior roles, both in business entities that were commercial in nature (profit for purpose) and service organisations.
His background is in accounting and finance, which enabled him to fill a number of chief financial officer positions, as well as senior management positions in other disciplines including sales, marketing, and product development.
His most recent position was serving as the CFO for Sanitarium Health Food Company in their head office located in Berkeley Vale.
Kelvyn MCarroll
Director
Kelvyn McCarroll, (MHL, DipHRM, MICDA), is a people and culture leader with experience in HR, change management, and building supportive workplaces in the disability and healthcare sectors.
Kelvyn brings useful insights into workforce planning, team resilience, and employee engagement. As a Board Director, Kelvyn is dedicated to practical initiatives that align with the organization’s values, support growth, and promote a positive work culture.”
Sam Sooialo
Director
Sam Sooialo, (MBA, BIT, MAHRI, MAICD), is an accomplished senior executive with over 20 years of experience across not-for-profit, public, and private sectors. As CEO of a not-for-profit NDIS service provider, he led the organisation through post-pandemic recovery, driving operational improvements and long-term stability.
In his previous roles as Deputy Director & COO in the public sector and Director of Operations in the private sector, Sam successfully led growth initiatives, enhanced operational efficiency, and delivered strategic transformation.
As an Executive Coach, Sam advises senior leaders and boards on strategy, performance, and organisational culture, helping them build high-performing teams and drive sustainable success.
Our CEO
Vivian Andreazza
Vivian Andreazza has served as Chief Executive Officer of Community SOS Central Coast for more than 11 years, providing strong leadership and driving the organisation's growth, sustainability, and community impact.
During her tenure, Vivian has played a pivotal role in establishing financial stability and expanding the organisation's reach and services. Her passion for supporting vulnerable people has led to the development of innovative programs, including a youth life skills initiative, and the successful establishment of a second Community SOS location on the Central Coast.
Prior to joining Community SOS, Vivian worked as a Student Support Officer with a Registered Training Organisation and managed a youth development program that introduced young people to the automotive industry. Through this program, participants gained valuable life skills, workplace readiness, and pathways into apprenticeships and employment. Vivian has also successfully owned and operated two businesses, bringing extensive commercial experience to her leadership role.
Vivian combines expertise in operational management, community engagement, service delivery, and strategic planning with a deep understanding of community needs. Her commitment to creating positive outcomes continues to strengthen Community SOS and support the people and communities it serves.