Welcome to North Ryde Community Aid & Information Centre Inc
North Ryde Community Aid & Information Centre (NRCA) is integral to the enhanced well-being of the frail aged, the disabled, and the carers of these community members. Providing choices and assistance, with care and dignity, to aid and extend their independence is our governing charter. Our organisation's contribution to the City of Ryde is vital.
Ryde was the third area of European settlement in Australia, founded in 1792. The Wallumedegal people are the traditional owners. Today, the population of the City of Ryde is approximately 102,000, culturally diverse and growing. Located just 12kms north-west of central Sydney where the Parramatta and Lane Cove Rivers meet, NRCA serves residents of Ryde from Marsfield in the north, to Pittwater Road in the East, Top Ryde in the south and the Eastwood/Denistone East boundary to the west of our Centre. Geographics aside, if we can not assist you we will refer you to other organisations where we can.
Our logo symbolises the community’s diversity and harmonious living in North Ryde. The Earth's 5 continents,represented by the fins, join as our world globe. Australian eucalyptus leaves depict the diverse environment and population in Ryde from other lands, and are joined at the feet, reflecting our area's unity. Being encircled is the notion of North Ryde’s community spirit.
We are proud to share with you our corporate creed:
Our Values ... what we stand for ... Care, Dignity and Respect for Diversity and Disadvantage
Our Vision ... where we are headed ... The holistic Link in our Community
Our Mission ... how we will get there ... Providing Choices to Enhance Lives
Our Centre is open between 9am and 4pm on Mondays through Fridays (excluding public holidays).
We welcome calls from non-English speakers - for a free telephone Interpreter please call 13 14 50.
Enquiries regarding volunteering are always welcome. As are enquiries regarding our services and programs.
We trust the purpose of your visit to our site will be satisfied, and look forward to being of further assistance to you.