Dept of Housing and Works - Merredin
WA, Australia
The Department of Housing and Works represents all of the State Government's housing and works functions. The Department covers public and community housing, Aboriginal and regional housing, Keystart home loans, property sales, major government projects, capital works projects, and property and facilities maintenance and services. The Department of Housing and Works consolidates the public sector's built environment and the Government's assets and project management and will enhance the delivery of services in these areas. Community Housing is rental housing managed by local government or non-government not-for-profit organisations. The Department of Housing and Works provides four main Community Housing programs: Housing is provided according to the requirements of individuals with special attention to location, design and support needs.
Visit supplier >Mt Marshall Family Support Service
WA, Australia
The primary aim of the Family Support Service is to offer support to families, individuals and community groups in the form of: Information and Referral Arrange Group Activities Community Development Informal Counselling or Advice Appropriate Cultural Services Referral- The service provides information about culturally diverse organisations and can make necessary referrals. Education and Employment Options- Helps foster young people and adults in education and employment opportunities. Availablility of university and distant education options. The Service is based at the Mt Marshall Shire Office in Monger Street Bencubbin . It is funded by Department of Family and Children's Services and implemented by the Shire of Mt Marshall. The service is available to all members of the Mt Marshall community and also encourages the surrounding districts to take advantage of assistance to individuals and community groups.
Visit supplier >Dept for Child Protection - Northam
WA, Australia
The Department of Child Protection's major focus is on meeting the needs of vulnerable children and families. It is responsible for protecting and caring for children, and supporting people at risk of crisis. The DCP was created out of the old Department for Community Development(DCD).Services offerred by DCP are Aboriginal Reference Group Accommodation and Homelessness Advisory Council for the Prevention of Deaths of Children and Young People Advocate for Children in Care Adoption Awards Foster Care Child Protection Education & Training Emergency Services Financial Help Finding out about your Family Helplines Not for Profit Funding Resource Centre for information on Adoption, Child Care and Protection. Family and Domestic Violence, Financial Help, Funeral Assistance.
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The Shire is located in the centre of the Western Australian Wheatbelt and covers an area of 3,368 square kilometres. The localities within the Shire are Ballidu, East Ballidu, West Ballidu, Burakin, Cadoux, Kondut, Lake Hinds, Lake Ninan, Mocardy and Wongan Hills. The Shire Administration Centre and Depot are located in Wongan Hills. A wide range of medical services is available to the community. The community has access to a doctor, dentist and numerous supporting specialists who visit the area on a regular basis. The Hospital can offer a number of services and the staff are more than willing to assist you with your individual needs. The Shire has good transport and telecommunications connections with regular bus services to and from Perth and a mobile telephone network covering most parts of the Shire. Thse various facilities are: Wongan Hills Memorial Swimming Pool Wongan Hills Sporting Pavillion Wongan Hills Civic Centre & Lesser Hall Reynoldson Reserve
Visit supplier >Local Area Coordinator(LAC) - Northam
WA, Australia
The Disability Services Commission provides Local Area Coordination support throughout all regional areas of WA. Local Area Coordinators (LACs) are based in local communities enabling support to be personalised, flexible and responsive. LACs aim to build and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and families in their local area Local Area Coordination is available to people with physical, sensory, neurological, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities who are under the age of 60 at the time they apply for LAC support. The LAC operates as a service coordinator rather than a service provider and, as such, can help the person with a disability and their families/carers to plan, select and receive needed supports and services. The overall aim of Local Area Coordination is to support people with disabilities to live within welcoming and supportive communities.
Visit supplier >Dept of Housing and Works - Northam
WA, Australia
The Department of Housing and Works represents all of the State Government's housing and works functions. The Department covers public and community housing, Aboriginal and regional housing, Keystart home loans, property sales, major government projects, capital works projects, and property and facilities maintenance and services. The Department of Housing and Works consolidates the public sector's built environment and the Government's assets and project management and will enhance the delivery of services in these areas. Community Housing is rental housing managed by local government or non-government not-for-profit organisations. Community Housing is rental housing managed by local government or non-government not-for-profit organisations offering. Affordable housing responsive to local needs
Visit supplier >Northern Territory Council of Social Services (NTCOSS)
NT, Australia
NTCOSS is a peak body for the non-government sector and a voice for people who are disavantaged.
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Responsible for all equity issues within the university. These can include discrimination, barriers to access or problems faced by students in identified target groups - people with disabilities etc. Offer free counselling service. for students with disabilities provided with support and equipment necessary to their studies.
Visit supplier >LERC - Language, Education & Resource Centre for North East Arnhem Land. FAMILY SERVICES SECTION
Visit supplier >Office of Indigenous Policy Coordination
NT, Australia
Community Development and Employment, housing and related infrastructure, legal aid, native title claims, and maintaining indigenous culture and identity.
Visit supplier >Office of Indigenous Policy Coordination
NT, Australia
Community Development and Employment, housing and related infrastructure, legal aid, native title claims, and maintaining indigenous culture and identity.
Visit supplier >Free legal aid for Aged and Disabled, Welfare Rights, Tenant's Advice Service, Human Rights & Public Interest Law clients requiring information & Advice.
Visit supplier >Dept of Consumer and Employment Protection
WA, Australia
Provides a number of services including Consumer Protection, Labour Relations, Work Safe, Energy Safety, Resources Safety.
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Centrelink - access point, DVA information. Computer access, internet, e-mail, computer training. Fax services, photocopying, secretarial services. Membership fees $12.50 for 6 months - contact Coordinator for more details. Community Nurse operates from there fortnightly on Wednesdays by appointment only.
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Centrelink access point. Computer courses, ADSL internet connection, webpage design and updating, digital camera downloading. Wide format printing, photocopying, faxing, scanning. Secretarial service. Westnet agent.
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Life Style courses, internet - broad band, e-mail access, video conferencing, Telehealth (video link between patients and specialists in Bunbury/Perth). Centrelink access point, Aust. Tax Office information/support, Medicare access point, Westnet agent. Conference room for hire. Exam supervision. Membership fees vary according to type of service required
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Centrelink and Medicare access point, A.T.O. online access, agents for Stampit rubber stamps, Betterwood trophies, BOC's ticketing, Westnet internet service. Agent for Bendigo Bank Tue - Fri 10 am to 4 pm. TAFE courses, video conferencing, secretarial services, book keeping, desktop publishing, web page design and hosting, photocopying, fax, laminating, document binding, scanning, digital camera hire, camera down loading, cd burning, key cutting, photographs. Producers of Walpole Weekly. For membership fee details please contact coordinator.
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Centrelink access point, ANZ agency, Medicare access service, Telstra mobile phone agent, Westnet agent. TAFE courses, computer training, internet and e-mail access. Video conferencing, room hire. Fax, photocopying, printing services. Volunteer Resource centre. Membership fee may apply - please contact the Coordinator for more details.
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Support group run by parents for parents and carers of a child with developmental disorders or associated disorder (autism, aspergers, etc), resource library included. Pervasive development disorder.
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Wheelchair beach access, bus bookings: (not TRANS WA), tour bookings, accommodation listings, local area information.
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No counselling. The service is staffed by volunteers, mainly seniors, and provides information and referral advice on issues such as accommodation options, education, finance/business, health and lifestyle. On average volunteers handle around 3,000 calls a month. Updated September 2008
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Books, large print books, audio cassettes, videos, magazines, papers, reference material, language learning material, telephone books, pamphlets. Computers and printers, CD ROMs, computer software, internet access $3.30 per 30 mins. Photocopier 30c per A4 sheet, fax $1.50, laminating up to A3 . Storytelling Wed & Fri 10.30am - 11.30am. Branch library at Balingup - administered by shire.
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Library books, large print, audio tapes, videos, DVD's, magazines, journals, jigsaws. Membership free. Computer usage, internet access. $1 per 1/2 hour internet access, booking required. Can provide mobile library service if required.
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On-line library catalogue. Available - books, including large print and talking books, videos (with captions), newspapers, newsletters, magazines, DVD's. Computer and Internet access, photocopiers, (fees apply), Story time for preschoolers 10 -11 Tues and Fri. Adult book club 1.30 to 3.30 every 2nd Monday of month. Delivery service for house bound readers. Montessori project for 0-6 year old.
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Social evening - Every Fri - 5 pm Bar open. Pension/Welfare Officer avail by appt Fri - 9 to 12 pm. Summertime - Thursday luncheon 12pm. Bar open.
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Free booking service available for tours and accommodation. Range of services includes bus tickets, local community information and internet access. Wheelchair friendly premises. Retail outlet for gifts and souvenirs.
Visit supplier >Pemberton RSL Memorial Library
WA, Australia
Books, videos, cassettes, magazines, photocopier. Home delivery service. Computer access. Storytime for children on Saturday mornings during term time only.
Visit supplier >Association for the Blind of WA
WA, Australia
Toll Free number for Perth office 1800 658 388. Annual service access fee of $66.00 includes membership. Gold card members have fee paid by DVA. Low vision service available - Assc for the Blind endorses. Occupational Therapist service provided. Advice given on benefits and technology available. Can refer on to other services and support groups. Ailsa coordinates the 1st Click Computer courses run at Milligan house. Home visits and assessments and independant living sklills advice.
Visit supplier >Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre Inc
VIC, Australia
Learning and recreational programs. Health related programs, community lunches
Visit supplier >Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (CDAMS)
VIC, Australia
CDAMS is a specialist clinic that assists people with cognitive difficulties (including memory impairment) and their family members and carers. Referral must be done in conjunction with General Practioner.
Visit supplier >Veterans Affairs Network - Bendigo
VIC, Australia
Covers the Loddon Mallee Region except for Mildura
Visit supplier >Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA) Loddon Campaspe Region
VIC, Australia
Outreach location in Echuca - Contact via Bendigo office.
Visit supplier >Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA) Loddon Campaspe Region
VIC, Australia
Outreach service in Maryborough - First contact through Bendigo Office.
Visit supplier >Maryborough Community Information Centre
VIC, Australia
Community Information & Resources
Visit supplier >SIRS us a Free community information service and provides a 'First Port of Call' on matters ranging from simple queries to complex problems. Information and Referral service only - This service does not supply counselling.
Visit supplier >***Library Services - Kangaroo Flat*** The library holds an extensive collection of educational, recreational & reference materials including non-fiction, fiction, large print publications, newspapers, music CD, talking bookds, photocopying, internet access and computer use. Also colour photocopying & printing, scanning to disk, book covering and fax service.
Visit supplier >***Library Services - Heathcote*** The library holds an extensive collection of educational, recreational and reference materials including non-fiction, large print publications, newspapers, CD rom, photocopying, internet access and computer available.
Visit supplier >Citizens Advice Bureau - Albany
WA, Australia
The Citizen's Advice Bureau is an information and referral centre. It collects and updates information on local and government services, clubs, organisations, resources, aids and benefits as is appropriate. It provides information and referral, legal services and mediation services. Provide a free confidential information and referral service to help with a wide range of problems and questions. This service provides a directory list of community services that is available in Albany and surrounding districts. This service is run by volunteers and is a branch of the Citizens Advice Bureau of WA Inc. Free service except for Probate Assistance - $25.00 and tax help.
Visit supplier >Depart for Child Protection - Albany
WA, Australia
This service is primarily for Family and Children. Advice and some financial assistance for eligibile singles and families in crisis. Appointments available in Mt Barker on Tuesdays 10am-12.30, and Denmark on Mon & Thurs 9.30am-12.30, book through Albany office. Office for Children and Youth : Perdita Gough (Development Officer) located at Dept. Education and Training, 228 - 232 Stirling Terrace, Albany. Ph: (08)9841 1655 Advisory Council for the Prevention of Deaths of Children and Young People Accommodation Advocate for Children in Care Adoption Awards Foster Care Child Protection Education & Training Emergency Services Financial Help Finding out about your Family Helplines Not for Profit Funding
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Men's Resource Centre is primarily a health promotion service and acts as a PR agency for men's health. MRCs role is the encouragement of men to be more proactive in their help seeking behavior, support of men in their key life roles, facilitation of activities/forums/workshop. Men's Resource Centre, Albany, provides men's health promotion and referral services to the Lower Great Southern Health District through a range of resources focussed on improving men's help seeking behaviour by liaising with stakeholders at service delivery, information dissemination, funding and policy making levels. They are also involved in the promotion and publicity of key issues involving men. Identification and development of effective partnerships. The activities of the Mens Resource centre is coordinated by Andrew Markovs
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Provides tips on using positive parenting in the home, ideas for play activities for children and helping to understand your teenager's world. This local parenting service has videos, brochures, books, audiotapes and other information to help make life easier for mums and dads and others caring for children. There is an OUTREACH Library also available with a Mobile Parenting Van for parent consultations. (By appts only)
Visit supplier >Citizens Advice Bureau - Esperance
WA, Australia
Information and referral agency. Advice given on any service available and how to access it. Legal and mediation service through Perth Office Only -fees apply.
Visit supplier >The Kalgoorlie MDRT provides education, support and respite to carers and people with dementia. The service is NRCP funded and assists families in accessing community-based respite services in the Goldfields region. As part of its ongoing program, MDRT members will identify and/or implement respite options as required, introducing the carer and the person with dementia to the benefits of respite. Regular community-based respite is offered including: In-Home Respite This is where a respite care-worker visits the individual's home to provide support to family carers who can either receive a regular or occasional service during the day or overnight. The services may include social participation in local community activities. Host Family Respite This provides a social club for an average of three people in the earlier stages of dementia in the home of a care worker. Each home is known as a "Home Club" where clients enjoy a variety of activities.
Visit supplier >Local Information Network Karratha (LINK)
WA, Australia
The L.I.N.K service operates in Karratha, Dampier & Wickham and offers support to families, individuals and community groups by way of practical assistance, advice, arranging group activities and linking community resources and support networks. This service also assists in developing new community resources and networks.
Visit supplier >Continence Scheme - Silver Chain
WA, Australia
Assessment for subsidised continence aids for seniors over 65 living in Geraldton. This is a joint initiative with Midwest Murchison Health Service
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Medicare Easyclaim, BOCS ticket agency, Centrelink Agent, TAFE Courses, office and computer facilities training and use
Visit supplier >Central West College of TAFE - 1800 672 700
WA, Australia
Wide range of educational and occupational training for mature age students and students with disabilities
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Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 1.30pm - 3.30 pm. Aims to enhance the patient care quality and provide information. Meetings exchanging information regarding lung illnesses. Guest speakers are present at meetings. Seminars conducted on an annual basis featuring a key note speaker.
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Counselling, information, support, group activites., tax help and No Interest loan scheme
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An information and referral bureau for all services in the local community: health, housing, law, finance, education, employment, recreation, youth activities and hall hire
Visit supplier >New England Stroke Recovery Club
NSW, Australia
Meet the 1st and 3rd Friday at Kent House 2.00-4.00pm. Funded by donations from local community.
Visit supplier >Armidale & District Womens Centre
NSW, Australia
Provides information & referral, counselling, access to free legal advice, support groups and group activities.
Visit supplier >Armidale Dumaresq Council - Community Services
NSW, Australia
Information coordination of all community services projects provided by the Armidale Dumaresq Council. For Youth, Community events and Indigenous people, aged and disability
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Baby capsule hire, meeting venue, Community education Life skills for School Leavers Support Groups for Women and Girls Joint Community functions
Visit supplier >Mental Health Promotion and Prevention Service (Northern)
NSW, Australia
Developing, promoting, supporting and enhancing mental health promotion & prevention programs.
Visit supplier >Community services info, volunteer referral service, transport lounge, room hire & community group support.
Visit supplier >Narrabri and District Community Aid Service Inc.
NSW, Australia
Sponsor body for services that are based on community need.
Visit supplier >Cancer Connect Volunteer Support Services-Tamworth
NSW, Australia
Information, support, counselling. Prosthesis.
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Provides support to groups wishing to establish a support group through their community development officer. Provides 3 newsletters per year, a directory of self help support groups, workshops and media liaison. Information and referral to peak bodies. Updated April 2008
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Laminating, photocopying, faxing, spiral binding. Computers with internet, computer courses 1st Click & 2nd Click. Room hire, video conferencing. Resume help. Centrelink and Medicare access point. Photography course on request, photo printing. Skype (emailing). M'ship fees apply - contact service provider for details.
Visit supplier >Healthy Living NT - Cardiac Rehabilitation
NT, Australia
A three - phase program to deliver education about cardiac services to clients in the Top End. Phase 1 - Inpatient education Phase 2 - Exercise and education Phase 3 - Maintenance with weekly phone call, exercise classes and education sessions. Weekly pre-procedure class to provide outpatients with information about procedures taking place interstate. Diabetes education and information available Aboriginal Health Workers on staff for Darwin area. Indigenous Project Officer on staff and visits outlying communities. Dietitian on staff for both programs, but predominantly diabetes clients.
Visit supplier >Kentish Family Support Service KARE Inc
TAS, Australia
Services operating from the Centre: Family Support Service Health of Women Resources Library Selfwise Community Education Group
Visit supplier >Gosnells Womens Health Service Inc
WA, Australia
GP, health education and promotion, SARC counselling, support and therapy
Visit supplier >Down's Syndrome Association of the Northern Territory
NT, Australia
Hospital visiting team offering initial support and information when a baby with Down Syndrome is born (an information pack is also provided). Offering Parent and Family Support, an awareness program for the wider community and a resource library. Resource library and a computer aided learning program for children. Membership $25 per year
Visit supplier >Commonwealth Carer Respite and Carelink Centre Southwest
WA, Australia
Coordinator - Tina Newman Customer Service - Valerie Ely , Maria Fitzgerald, Cate Maguire, Fleur Chapman, Lynnette Jetta
Visit supplier >Koorda Community and Child Health Centre
WA, Australia
Koorda is situated 44 kilometres north of Wyalkatchem, with a population of 600. The town is the regional centre for Western Power and Co-operative Bulk Handling. The Koorda health service is comprised of a child health centre and a community health centre. It also shares a district hospital with Wyalkatchem. Services include Nursing - Community General, Support to the community ranging from Info and Resource Centre as well as palliative Care service. A G.P visits 2x a week (Dr Kubicek) Mon and Thur 2pm-4pm . Wendy Jardine is the overall coordinator for WACHS Primary Health Wheatbelt (Meredin Hospital) for any additional info call (08) 9041 0444.
Visit supplier >Hearing Advisory Centre - Prahran
VIC, Australia
Info & support service for people with hearing disabilities. Second-hand hearing aids available. Also offers counselling, provision & installation of suitable hearing access equipment.-offers training
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Provides opportunities and support for personal fulfilment and social integration for people recovering from mental illness and those who care for them. Resource centre for cares of people with mental illness.
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Provides assistance to the unemployed and disadvantaged of Meander Valley. Welfare assistance is available in the areas of food, bills, clothing and household goods.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Deloraine
TAS, Australia
Offers internet access, Information Technology training and youth activiites.
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Provides internet and email access, training and advice in computer programs. Also assistance with resume writing and job search.
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A community managed facility that provides community access to computers and the internet, as well as some training. Available for locals and visitors to use.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Launceston
TAS, Australia
The Launceston Online Access Centre has 12 IBM compatible computers. They hire out cameras, video cameras, laptops and data projectors. A sound proof booth with voice activated computer is also available for patrons with a disability.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Longford
TAS, Australia
The Centre provides computers, scanner, laminator and other equipment for public use.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Mole Creek
TAS, Australia
Computer classes run throughout the year. Please phone for details of classes.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Ravenswood
TAS, Australia
The Centre is closed between 1 pm and 2 pm for lunch. One hour free internet access for concesssion card holders and 30 minutes free for non concession card holders. Also provide printing, faxing and laminating at reasonable prices.
Visit supplier >Online Access Centre - Ringarooma
TAS, Australia
Centre is often staffed by volunteers.
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