Family Support Team & Community Outreach Program
Address: 39 O’Sullivan Beach Road, Lonsdale SA
Phone: 08 8272 0323
Email: FamilySupportTeam@secondchances.org.au or Outreach@secondchances.org.au
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Our team is comprised of genuinely gifted minds
Our Board of Directors
He was also previously a Councillor and Deputy Mayor with the City of Onkaparinga and ran his own Real Estate business for a number of years.
Like SCSA, he has a passion for giving people and household goods a "second chance."
When asked what he would like to see happen, he responded with a list:-
More people volunteering a little time each week to help spread the workload
A committed group donating on a regular basis to help cover the cost of Outreach and Ministry
Donations towards the proposed Community Hub development - more about that later
An opportunity to speak to groups and Churches about the work of Second Chances
Prayerful consideration of assuming a role on our Board
The prayers of the Saints for protection and blessing on our works
Les has an extensive background in Community Development and Events Management with many years of Youth Work experience. He worked in Local Government at a senior management level. He has a heart for children and young adults at risk of offending, to be mentored to becoming good citizens. This is coupled with many years of active and innovative youth programs and activities including Mentoring Camps for 17 years. Through his extensive membership in service organisations, he brings many connections for ongoing support for Second Chances SA.
Coming to Faith in 2014, God revealed to me, my purpose (which applies to all of us); being to instil Hope to all people, Love on them, and to give them direction in life, and we do this by introducing them to Jesus, Our Lord and Saviour.
I am Blessed to own several family businesses, which are vessels to point to Jesus, create opportunity and employment, and to help people, wherever possible.
I’ve joined the Second Chanced Board, with Lived and Life Experience in the areas, supported by Second Chances, and now as a recent Board member, I am able to maximise the reach and impact, in meeting Individuals and Community's needs, while allowing God's Love to Work in and through Us.
I’m a strong believer in that, we’re called to do the Natural, whilst allowing and expecting God will do the Supernatural!
Samuel is a compassionate Social Justice Advocate based in southern Adelaide, with a unique depth of lived experience in prisons and the justice system. Samuel has personally been changed by the power of his higher power, His Amazing Grace and his share of ‘second chances’.
A long-term volunteer with Second Chances, he has worked tirelessly to support individuals and families impacted by incarceration. Samuel blends professional expertise with a heartfelt commitment to uplifting others, particularly those facing trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. His approach is grounded in Christian faith while respecting diverse spiritual journeys. Samuel has experience and qualifications around work health and safety, business, risk management, theology, ministry, and mental health.
Samuel values connection and creativity and enjoys woodworking, embarking on adventures, and finding peace at the beach. As a father, he balances his responsibilities with a passion for making a difference. Known for his easygoing nature, good humour, and genuine care, Samuel is strong with understanding for his friends and the wider community.
A long-term volunteer with Second Chances, he has worked tirelessly to support individuals and families impacted by incarceration. Samuel blends professional expertise with a heartfelt commitment to uplifting others, particularly those facing trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. His approach is grounded in Christian faith while respecting diverse spiritual journeys. Samuel has experience and qualifications around work health and safety, business, risk management, theology, ministry, and mental health.
Samuel values connection and creativity and enjoys woodworking, embarking on adventures, and finding peace at the beach. As a father, he balances his responsibilities with a passion for making a difference. Known for his easygoing nature, good humour, and genuine care, Samuel is strong with understanding for his friends and the wider community.
To contact the General Manager, you can email sam.narroway@secondchances.org.au
Our Dedicated and Valuable Staff
Maarefa is a Social Worker based in Adelaide, currently working with young people in the Family Support Team at Second Chances. She holds a Master of Social Work, along with a
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Humanities, which together inform her holistic and person-centred approach to practice.
Maarefa has previously worked with Life Without Barriers, supporting individuals experiencing complex alcohol and other drug (AOD) and mental health challenges. In her current role, she works with young people impacted by the justice system, particularly those navigating the effects of parental incarceration. She is passionate about bridging barriers and making services more accessible, ensuring young people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Maarefa brings a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens to her work
and is committed to fostering resilience, dignity, and hope in the communities she serves.
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Humanities, which together inform her holistic and person-centred approach to practice.
Maarefa has previously worked with Life Without Barriers, supporting individuals experiencing complex alcohol and other drug (AOD) and mental health challenges. In her current role, she works with young people impacted by the justice system, particularly those navigating the effects of parental incarceration. She is passionate about bridging barriers and making services more accessible, ensuring young people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Maarefa brings a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens to her work
and is committed to fostering resilience, dignity, and hope in the communities she serves.
Samuel is a compassionate Social Justice Advocate based in southern Adelaide, with a unique depth of lived experience in prisons and the justice system. Samuel has personally been changed by the power of his higher power, His Amazing Grace and his share of ‘second chances’.
A long-term volunteer with Second Chances, he has worked tirelessly to support individuals and families impacted by incarceration. Samuel blends professional expertise with a heartfelt commitment to uplifting others, particularly those facing trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. His approach is grounded in Christian faith while respecting diverse spiritual journeys. Samuel has experience and qualifications around work health and safety, business, risk management, theology, ministry, and mental health.
Samuel values connection and creativity and enjoys woodworking, embarking on adventures, and finding peace at the beach. As a father, he balances his responsibilities with a passion for making a difference. Known for his easygoing nature, good humour, and genuine care, Samuel is strong with understanding for his friends and the wider community.
A long-term volunteer with Second Chances, he has worked tirelessly to support individuals and families impacted by incarceration. Samuel blends professional expertise with a heartfelt commitment to uplifting others, particularly those facing trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. His approach is grounded in Christian faith while respecting diverse spiritual journeys. Samuel has experience and qualifications around work health and safety, business, risk management, theology, ministry, and mental health.
Samuel values connection and creativity and enjoys woodworking, embarking on adventures, and finding peace at the beach. As a father, he balances his responsibilities with a passion for making a difference. Known for his easygoing nature, good humour, and genuine care, Samuel is strong with understanding for his friends and the wider community.
To contact the General Manager, you can email sam.narroway@secondchances.org.au
