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NSW, Australia
Mobility map of CBD, Access Guide, Braille, large Print & Audio tapes to borrow
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Tamworth Alzheimers Support Group
NSW, Australia
Information and Support. Dementia and Alzheimers patients and their Carers.
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NSW, Australia
Activities, community development and support programs for persons aged 12-24 years.
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Family Support Service - Moree
NSW, Australia
Provides support for families, youth and children who are disadvantaged or at risk. Also referral
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Disability Advocacy Network (DAN) Inc
NSW, Australia
Disability Advocacy Network (DAN) provides a range of advocacy services - Individual, Self, Group & Systemic regarding disability issues to people who have a disability, their families and carers.
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Albury and District Police and Community Youth Club
NSW, Australia
The Police and Community Youth Club offers various activities and education to the youth in the community. Activities include basketball, judo; boxing; kickboxing; speech & drama, pony club, driver education, wheelchair basketball, Hoop tech 24, Lifeball and Yoga.
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NSW, Australia
Fragile X Sydrome Support Group in WA on 9439 1828 Azma Hosken. The association is a volunteer group of friends and families affected by people with the fragile X syndrome. The aims of the association are to help fragile X syndrome children and adults to realise their full potential, provide information and support to those people whose lives have been affected by fragile X, promote acceptance and integration of people with fragile X within the community and to raise public awareness of fragile X. Updated February 2008
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Access Committee - Byron Shire
NSW, Australia
First point of contact for physical access issues. The Access Committee considers access issues and endeavours to create an accessible community.
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Access Committee - Kyogle Shire
NSW, Australia
The Access Committee considers access issues and endeavours to create an accessible community. Meets at Kyogle Council Chambers.
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NSW, Australia
First point of contact for physical access issues.The Access Committee considers access issues and endeavours to create an accessible community. Meets bi-monthly.
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Access Committee - Lower Clarence
NSW, Australia
First point of contact for physical access issues. The Access Committee considers access issues and endeavours to create an accessible community. Beach wheel chair available plus 2 wider wheeled chairs for rough terrain. Also a chairlift at Maclean swimming pool. Accommodation guide available.
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NSW, Australia
Service to improve NESB access to mainstream HACC services in the Far North Coast area. Advice on procedures for contacting interpreters, translators etc.1800 800 340 (freecall,TTY).
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Penrith Association for People with Disabilities (PATH)
NSW, Australia
The Association provides information, support and advocacy for people with disabilities and co-ordinates/auspices a number of services and programs including: Children's Recreation Integration Officer, Dare to Care (group working for better respite and accomodation for people with disabilities), Equipment Pool for Children with Disabilities (EPIC), PATH to Your Door(PTYD)Home Visiting (Information, advocacy and support service), Positive Links Support Group (For family, carers and friends of children and older people with disabilities) which meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 10am, Aspergers & Autism Support Group, which meet 2nd Tues each month at 10am. The Association also produces a free newsletter which provides information on disability issues ("PATHWAY").
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NSW, Australia
Peaceful welcoming ACM Centre. Held at centre: arts & crafts, advocacy, counselling, budgeting advice. Also public speaking, hospital ministry, spiritual/healing weekends. Attending victims of violence, liason with DOCS, anti discrimination board, dept housing, courts, TAFE. Visiting prisons, asssiting people to find employment, confronting racism. Groups:parenting, domestic violence, addictions & carers support
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NSW, Australia
Funded information and advocacy worker providing support and referral across all disability issues for all ages. Responsible for council and external initiatives with the aim of facilitating integration of people with disabilities into all areas of community life.
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NSW, Australia
Lobby group for senior citizens - working with volunteers only. Affiliated with COTA NSW (Council on the Ageing). Networking available with other aged service providers. Advice and guidance for older people living in the community.
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Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW (MDAA)
NSW, Australia
Advocacy service available specifically to people from NESB with disability, thier families and carers.
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Harris Park Community Centre Inc.
NSW, Australia
Community development for the Harris Park and Rosehill area. There is a community room available for community groups. Information-Referral-Advocacy-English Classes-Safety Issues.
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People with Disabilities Western NSW Inc. (PWD)
NSW, Australia
People with disabilities (PWD) Western NSW Inc. is for people with all types of disabilities. PWD is a self-supporting group and acts as an advocate for people with disabilities when appropriate. It aims to empower people with disabilites, inform them and the community of rights of people with disabilites and promote their involvement in the community
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Salvation Army Employment Agency
NSW, Australia
The Office of Fair Trading provides information on fair trading issues in relation to goods and services, home building and renovation, rental, tenancy, real estate and property together with licensing of builders, contractors and business registration services. Also covers Retirement Village issues and has a Strata Scheme Advice Line 133 220. The Office of Fair Trading offers a free Seniors Guide publication.
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Gosford City Council and Disability Access Committee
NSW, Australia
Gosford Council provides many services and facilities for the community such as libraries, youth centres, child care centres, senior citizen centres and recreational and cultural venues and activities. The Disability Access committee oversees the implementation of Council's Disability Action Plan to ensure people with disabilities can access council facilities and increase their participation in the community.
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National Seniors - Central Coast Branch
NSW, Australia
Not for profit members based organisation that provides economic and social benefits for persons aged 50 years and over. Meetings are held 1st Tuesday of the month at 10:15 am at RSL West Gosford. The aim of the group is to represent members views to all levels of Government. The group makes donations and provides advise to charitable institutions assisting the ageing. Fees $29/single $39/couple per year members receive a tri-monthly newletter
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National Seniors Association Wyong
NSW, Australia
Meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 1.30 pm at Club Tuggerah. Not for profit members based organisation that provides economic and social benefits for persons aged 50 years and over. Represents members views to all levels of government. Makes donations and provides advice to charitable institutions assisting the aged. Members receive a bi-monthly magazine.
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Amputees & Similar Disabilities
NSW, Australia
Visits are arranged both before and after any surgery for those facing amputation. Our service offers Referral, Info & Visits. Servicing the Lower Hunter, Port Stephens & Central Coast.
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Hunter Area Post Polio Support Group
NSW, Australia
Support and information concerning late effects of polio and social interaction. Support Group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month between Feb. and Nov. at the Toronto Workers Club, James Street Toronto. This group deals with issues like Positioning and personal care, Mobility and safety, fatigue and sleep disturbance, impaired breathing and swallowing and airway clearance, cold intolerance, pain management, drug use, general anaesthesia in surgery, local anaesthesia, dental procedures and exercise and physiotherapy. Registration for the Post-Polio Network is between $5 & $20. Bi-Monthly newsletter is sent out, the cost is a donation.
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Access Committee of Port Stephens
NSW, Australia
Committee that acts on disability related ACCESS issues in the Port Stephens area.
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NSW, Australia
Provides information to carers of people with disabilities and the aged Promotes public awareness of carers. WHAT THEY DO: Educate GP's about carers needs, improve and simplify information for carers, lobby for better services, gather information about carers needs, increase understanding in the community about carers needs, promote the work of the carers association of NSW, publicise how the actions of carers save the Government money. The purpose for this group is so people can have contact with other carers in a similar situation, monthly meetings, identifying the rights and needs of the carers. Provides information to carers of people with disabilities and the aged. Promotes public awareness of carers. Meets at 7 Milson St. address on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10.30am during Feb, April, June, August and Oct.
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Aged and Disability Services - Newcastle City Council
NSW, Australia
Information, referral, advocacy and community development regarding access issues and services for older people, people with a disability and their carers. Organises Seniors week and International Day of Disabilities.
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Muloobinba Aboriginal Family Support
NSW, Australia
Offers emotional and practical support to aboriginal families and their children . Contact Cathy Dews- family support worker. Vouchers (by appointment) -food, electricity, Telstra, chemist. Women's group Fridays, men's group Thursdays. Do not do counselling.
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NSW, Australia
Works with public schools, students & parents/carers & Aboriginal organisation/groups in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Muswellbrook & Central Coast to maximise educational outcomes for Aboriginal students.
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Adamstown Combined Pensioners Inc.
NSW, Australia
They have a concert every 2nd month with afternoon tea provided, weekly housie and indoor bowls. They also have monthly bus trips to places like Nelson Bay, Buttai Barn etc. Once a year they have a 'big' bus trip that lasts for 5 days. Thu and Fri 9am TO 1.30pm, Bingo Fridays and Carpet Bowls on Thursdays. They provide bingo cards with bigger numbers for those people who have trouble seeing. Lunch is available to be purchased at the venue. If you live within 5km radius of Adamstown they can provide transport to the venue at a cost of $4.00.
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Newcastle Combined Pensioners Area Council
NSW, Australia
Advocates and supports Senior Citizens Centres for aged pensioners to the state and federal governments. Meet at Trades Hall Council Newcastle West. 2302- the first Friday of each month at 9:30am.
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NSW, Australia
The appraisal body for the Newcastle Muslim Community. Our office is located in the mosque and it is from here that we try and provide our members with any services they require.
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Stockton Senior Citizens Association
NSW, Australia
Advocates for improved services for senior citizens with the governments both federal and state. They provide social support activities such as Hoi on Tuesday, Thai Chi Wednesday, indoor bowls, housie on Saturday and regular meetings. They also have bus trips during the year to places like Nelson Bay, Harbour Cruise in Sydney etc. They have lunches during the year for special occasions like Fathers and Mothers Day. Birthday party every June and Christmas party.
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Wallsend Senior Citizens Association
NSW, Australia
Meet the last Monday of the Month at 11am for get together and Bingo. Formal meeting is at 1pm. They have a speaker every month on topics that are relevant to seniors. Bring you own lunch or buy a Pie. Tea and Coffee supplied. Bus trip every month and once a year they have a 4-5 day trip away organised by the Social Secretary. Have had to review costs to cover yearly expenses, such as public liability, hall hire and food costs. $5 joining fee due in January. $5 mother's day luncheon, 1st Monday in May, $5 father's day luncheon, 1st Monday in September and $12 Christmas luncheon, 1st Monday in December (two course catered meal).
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Islington/ Hamilton Combined Pensioners Association
NSW, Australia
Seniors group which meets monthly for social activities and bus outings. Friendship meetings, Tuesdays at 12.30pm.
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NSW, Australia
Information and referral service, assistance with welfare matters, home visits when required.
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Newcastle Hunter Valley Chinese Association
NSW, Australia
Social support for people of Chinese origins. The best time to contact is Tues 11am-12pm.
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NSW, Australia
The aim of Maitland IDEAS is to ensure equal opportunity of access within the Maitland Local Government area for people with a disability. Membership of consists of people with disabilities, members of the community who represent people with a disability, council staff who have responsibilities in the areas of design engineering , planning, and customer service. Councils community services section resource the panel. The overall outcome of the work is the improvement to local built,environment by council owners, builders and members, developers and members of the general community. This includes equal access to local facilities, open spaces and parks and accommodation. Members of the community, either on their own behalf or as a an advocate for another person or group, are encouraged to raise issued regarding access within the Maitland area to the attention of Maitland Ideas.
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The Asthma Foundation of NSW - Hunter Branch
NSW, Australia
Support, information and education sessiosns are provided to the wider community about Asthma.
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Provides monthly information service and outings for pensioners and senior citizens. Fortnightly meeting. Two monthly day tours. Craft, Painting, Carpet bowls, Concert Party.Sometimes (once yrly a wkly trip avail.) Concert group practices monday. Meditation Carpet Bowls Morn. Art afternoon
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Australian Retired Persons Association (ARPA).
NSW, Australia
Information and social support for retired persons. This service is for people over age 50. Each financial member will receive a monthly newsletter detailing outings, which is distributed at each dinner or mailed out after the dinner for those not attending. The dinner meeting (with guest speaker) is held on the fourth Tuesday evening at Mayfield Sport and Rec Club, Crebert St Mayfield. Guests arrive by 6pm for 6.30 and pay on the night. Committee meets on the 1st Monday of each month when outings are planned. These are a mix of picnics, coach trips, train trips, cruises and the occasional luncheon, the majority of which are held on Mondays. We also have mini and extended holidays. Cards are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Mah Jong group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.
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Local Support Coordination (Port Stephens & Dungog)
NSW, Australia
Local support co-ordination is a flexible program for people with a disability, their families and carers. It aims to increase connections between people with disabilities, their families and the local community. To help people with disabilities to determine their own needs and to identify the informal and formal supports that will make a difference to their lives. Local support co-ordination is available to people who have an intellectual, physical, neurological, psychiatric or sensory disability and require significant help and support. PORT STEPHENS AND DUNGOG LOCAL AREAS ONLY.
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Country Women's Association (CWA) Illawarra
NSW, Australia
The CWA works to improve the welfare and conditions of women and families in country areas. Have 15 branches throughout the Illawarra - phone for details of locations and meeting times or go to website. Bi monthly magazine "the Country Woman" for members. Provides funds for medical research. A voice in the formation of government policies.
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Country Women's Association (CWA) Wollondilly
NSW, Australia
Wollondilly group consists of 14 branches including the areas of Kiama, Shoalhaven and the Southern Highlands. Contact the president for details of locations and meeting times or go to website. Social activities, fund raising, political lobbying (re local concerns), choir - singing, dancing (entertain at nursing homes), handicraft mornings, (learn new skills, knit knee rugs etc to give away). Open to member suggestions for activities.
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NSW, Australia
Advocates public health issues to relevant people and organisations, Assists community groups in preparing funding submissions, Initiates community health promotion projects Such as, improving public transport systems, breakfast projects, promoting exercise, public safety, environmental issues, Runs community consultations on health related issues, Convenes health seminars and conferences, Provides education and information regarding community development and health promotion, Facilitates Task Forces in areas such as HIV/AIDS prevention, anti-smoking campaigns, the aged. Membership available for individual $5, community organisation $10, or corporate and govt $25 - provides quarterly newsletter and other benefits.
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NSW, Australia
The MS Society is committed to assisting people with MS and their carers/ families through the provision of support services. This office covers Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions including Goulburn. Information, education, counselling, support groups. Community Support (CS) worker is available for support, information and advocacy for people with MS, their families and service providers. Can assist with provision of essential equipment when not avialabel thru other sources. Provide initial needs assessment. Immunotherapy program. Self injecting education for people commencing on immunotherapy drugs. Information and referral to other appropriate services including local support groups. For general (other than local) information there is a freecall information line - 1800 042 138. Also covers Goulburn area
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NSW, Australia
Wollongong Self Advocacy Self Advocacy supports people to increase their skills, knowledge and confidence so they can speak up for themselves. The group has guest speakers, attend conferences, learn about rights, provide peer support and hold social outings and activities.
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Shoalhaven City Council Aged and Disability Services
NSW, Australia
Plans, develops, co-ordinates and implements community service programs to meet identified needs of older people, younger people with disabilities and carers. Community development and information. Produces Community Directory. Facilitates the Shoalhaven HACC Forum (see separate entry). Advocacy services.
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Wollongong City Council Aged and Disability Services
NSW, Australia
Ageing and Disability Community Development Workers work with local communities and services in the development and provision of community services and special projects. Community worker focus is to ensure access and equity of services and facilities for older people, people with disabilities and their carers The above is done through referral, information and advocacy services.
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Action For People With Disability Inc
NSW, Australia
Action For People With Disability provides advocacy and support for people with disability and support for their families and significant others in the Northern Sydney metropolitan region.
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Hornsby Shire Council - Over 55 Services
NSW, Australia
Acts within the Hornsby shire in a community development social planning and advisory role, including resourcing community groups and services, individuals and the HACC network.
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Provides information to older people, people with a disability, people from CALD, Aboriginal and Torres Straight Island backgrounds. Manages the Meals on Wheels Service. Provides a link between Council and the Manly Community Centre. Facilitates the Access Committee. Facilities the Community Grants and CDSE Grants Programs. Supports Manly Seniors Centre and the availability of group activities.
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Member For Berowra, Parliament of Australia
NSW, Australia
A Member is a spokesperson for his or her local interests, an ombudsman who deals with complaints about government matters, a law maker, an examiner of the work of the government and how it spends the money it raises from taxpayers, and a contributor to debates on national issues.
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Member For MacKellar, Parliament of Australia
NSW, Australia
A Member is a spokesperson for his or her local interests, an ombudsman who deals with complaints about government matters, a law maker, an examiner of the work of the government and how it spends the money it raises from taxpayers, and a contributor to debates on national issues.
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Member For North Shore, Parliament of N.S.W.
NSW, Australia
A Member of the Legislative Assembly works locally for the individuals, organisations and businesses in the area that he or she represents. The Member receives and deals with many requests for assistance concerning matters such as housing, transport, local councils, environmental issues, youth and community services, the police, and objections to land tax and water and sewerage rates. Some matters may be strictly outside the power of State Government and they will be referred to people who may be able to help. During the day, in the evenings and at weekends Members are expected to attend many meetings and functions relating to the community, schools, business organisations, charities and social or sporting clubs.
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National Seniors Australia - Chatswood
NSW, Australia
A forum for people to promote their interests to all levels of government. The Association is non political and provides information on all issues of concern to members such as health care, investments, insurance and social security. Monthly meetings are held, with guest speakers on many subjects.
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Member for Ku-ring-gai, Parliament of N.S.W.
NSW, Australia
A Member of the Legislative Assembly works locally for the individuals, organisations and businesses in the area that he or she represents. The Member receives and deals with many requests for assistance concerning matters such as housing, transport, local councils, environmental issues, youth and community services, the police and objections to land tax and water and sewerage rates. Some matters may be strictly outside the power of State Government and they will be referred to people who may be able to help. During the day, in the evenings and at weekends Members are expected to attend many meetings and functions relating to the community, schools, business organisations, charities and social or sporting clubs.
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The Area Mental Health Service comprises of four sectors; Northern Beaches, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai, North Shore/Ryde, Central Coast and Macquarie Hospital. They have a local consumer participation network which meets on a regular basis to discuss issues and concerns regarding mental health services. Education, training and peer support are offered. An area wide quarterly forum is held.
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Northside Community Forum Inc - HACC Development Officer
NSW, Australia
The HACC Development Officer provides information about HACC services to the community; identifies and organises training for services in the region; provides HACC orientation for new HACC or related service's workers in the region; provides information to the HACC Forums in the region; assists in the development of HACC services in the region; and facilitates cooperation and communication between service providers.
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Northern Beaches Mental Health Support Group
NSW, Australia
Support group for people affected by mental illness and their families. Also involved in fundraising, education and lobbying activities.
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National Seniors Australia - Northern Beaches Branch Inc.
NSW, Australia
Association for those aged over 50, providing services and benefits such as social functions, sporting events, and speakers. Representations to Federal and State Governments may be made on behalf of seniors who require assistance.
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NSW, Australia
A peak state advocacy organisation which acts as an umbrella organisation for advocacy and support groups, individuals, carers, cancer care professionals, and other interested organisations. It provides a forum for people affected by cancer to share ideas and experiences. Offers a two day Cancer Advocacy Training course to provide skills and confidence for consumer representation and advocacy. Newsletter and membership application available on the website.
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Northern Sydney General Practice Network Inc
NSW, Australia
Services for General Practitioners in the area including training and information sessions. The Division publishes a quarterly "Update" newsletter and forwards a weekly fax.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Batemans Bay
NSW, Australia
Provides information and support to anyone suffering alcohol problems. Conducts weekly meetings on Monday, Friday & Saturday to provide advise on lifestyle changes. Privacy assured. Friday's meeting is held at the Community Health Centre Batemans Bay Hospital.
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NSW, Australia
Advocacy for Italian speaking residents, counselling available. Social group for people 16 years and over. Peer Support Group outings once weekly.
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Aged & Community Services Association of NSW & ACT Inc (ACS)
NSW, Australia
The Aged and Community Services Association of NSW & ACT Inc (ACS) is a registered industrial organisation of employers who are aged and community care providers in the non-profit, charitable sector. The ACS is a representative organisation. It represents members views politically at a Commonwealth and State level, either directly in its own right or indirectly via Aged and Community Services Australia (ACSA). The ACS provides a comprehensive, one-stop for not-for-profit member organisation and for those for-profit organisations that join the Industry Advice Scheme. We are the aged and community care professionals. No other industry association in NSW or the ACT covers the full spectrum of residential care, self-care and community care.
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NSW, Australia
Supports people with combined hearing & vision impairment, their families, friends, & carers. Raises public awareness, promotes the use of various communication techniques, promotes improved services & facilities for deaf blind people. Provides social support and advocacy. Monthly social outings.
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National Seniors Australia (Sydney Inner West Branch)
NSW, Australia
Monthly meeting with guest speaker, meetings provide an opportunity for discussion of issues to lobby parliament. Social activities, monthly outings. Meeting Commences at 10am-12.15pm
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Canterbury Bankstown Migrant Resource Centre
NSW, Australia
Information and referral service with a focus on settlement issues, multilingual service case workers, assistance on settlement issues, free immigration advice, tenancy and tax help. Justice of the Peace on site and women's' health clinic ever Thursday by appointment.
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Southern Sydney Tenants Advice and Advocacy Service
NSW, Australia
Advice and advocacy for tenants on their rights and obligations under the Presidential Tenancies Act; representations of tenants at the Consumer, Trader and Tenancy Tribunal.
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Pathways Early Childhood Intervention Inc
NSW, Australia
An Early Childhood Intervention Service for children with special needs, aged 0 - 6 years and their families in the Inner West. Offer centre based programs, home based programs, support programs for both the children and their families, advocacy and consultation.
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Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC)
NSW, Australia
The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) is an independent, non profit litigation, policy and research centre located in Sydney. PIAC is an independent, non-profit litigation, policy and research centre located in Sydney. (PIAC) seeks to promote a just and democratic society by making strategic interventions on public interest issues. PIACs current areas of interest human rights, Health, Utilities, Indigenous justice, Detention, Access to justice, Government and democracy.
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Tenants Union of NSW - Hotline
NSW, Australia
The Tenants' Union of NSW () TU is a specialist community legal center that has been active in promoting the rights of more than 1.5 million tenants in NSW since 1976.
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Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association of NSW Inc.
NSW, Australia
Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association of NSW Inc (CPSA) was founded in 1931 in response to pension cuts. CPSA is a non-profit, non-party-political membership association which serves pensioners of all ages, superannuants and low-income retirees. The aim of CPSA is to promote the rights and the improvement of the standard of living and well-being of its members and constituents. CPSA has approximately 140 branches and affiliated organisations with a combined membership of over 15,000 people living in all parts of NSW. CPSA produces a bi-monthly publication, 'THE VOICE of Pensioners & Superannuants of NSW' containing vital information for pensioners. Services offered include: social activities, friendship and support; information and referrals; Older Persons Tenants' Service; Park and Village Service; Community Visitors Scheme; Home and Community Care Policy and Information and Health Promotion Service for Older People.
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State Rail Authority - Concessions Office
NSW, Australia
Provides information on travel concessions for ex-soldiers, war widows, seniors, people with disabilities, students, apprentices, trainees and other groups. Transport NSW website also provides thorough concession information
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Women's Electoral Lobby (NSW) Inc (WELNSW)
NSW, Australia
WEL Australia is a national organisation concerned with Federal issues. WEL NSW is a member of WEL Australia.WEL is dedicated to creating a society where women's participation and potential are unrestricted, acknowledged and respected and where women and men share equally in society's responsibilities and rewards.WEL lobbies on and monitors issues such as anti-discrimination legislation;education, training and employment; family planning, abortion and reproductive rights, health,family law; media treatment of women; child care; public policy generally; representation on decision making bodies andindustrial relations.
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NSW, Australia
Provides fortnightly bus outings- trips usually involve visiting a local park or nature reserve in the St George area formorning tea and a leisurely walk. The bus will pick up people in the morning and then drop them home after the outing. Full day bus trips run every few months for the regular bus outing participants, contact the centre for more information
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NSW, Australia
Provides advice and representation on all Social Security matters. Can assist people by advising them of their rights and entitlements and assisting them to appeal against Centrelink decisions which they disagree with. The Centre also provides assistance to the community through community development, community education and training, law reform and lobbying. Also produces The Independent Social Security Handbook.
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War Widows' Guild of Australia NSW Ltd
NSW, Australia
Advocacy for all war widows; welfare support & information; friendship; Friendship Line,98 Guild & Social Clubs throughout NSW; quarterly publication Guild Digest; low-cost housing in Sydney; access to special functions/events.We now have 104 Guild and Social Clubs throughout NSW.
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Southcare Carers' Support Group
NSW, Australia
Provides support and information in a group setting for those caring for people experiencing dementia.
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The ACHA program provides a range of services including: assistance with any type of housing, related financial and legal services, help with removal arrangements, settling in, or negotiating to improve accommodation. Temporary assistance with daily living and health needs until appropriate services can be arranged (including provision of Home and Community Care type services such as personal care, domestic assistance, nursing care, meals and transport). Linking to relevant local community supports to improve quality of life. Follow-up and short-term monitoring of the effectiveness of services provided.
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The Multicultural Advisory Committee aims to develop an understanding of cultural diversity by fostering a climate of mutual respect and harmony with our community. The Advisory Committee ensures Council decisions consider the entire Randwick Community. Ensures that within the City the needs of the ethnic community are catered for, this may include activities such as multicultural festivals and events. Also ensures that all residents from a non English speaking background are informed of and have an understanding of Council's role and responsibilities. All members of the community are able to participate in Council decision making processes.
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Central Sydney South Regional Tenant Resource Service
NSW, Australia
This service provides information on social housing and other government community related issues and services; support and training for tenants and tenant groups with a focus on tenant participation; referral to government and other community-based services; advocacy for local tenant groups and/or individuals regarding housing and other related issues; opportunities for tenants to become involved in tenant participation and decision-making processes. Areas covered include; Ashfield, Burwood, Botany Bay, Canterbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Hurstville, Kogarah, Randwick, Rockdale, parts of South Sydney, Strathfield, Sutherland, Waverley and Woollahra.
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Sutherland Shire Division of General Practice
NSW, Australia
The Sutherland Division of General Practice is committed to enhancing health care in the Sutherland Shire, whilst improving communication between GPs, the hospitals and other service providers. The Division provides a focus for education and professional development of GPs and is committed to promoting quality health service delivery. The Sutherland Division of General Practice's core business covers four main areas: improvement of the health of the population in the Sutherland Shire through general practice; services to GPs by the Division; promotion of general practice to the community; and provision of a sound infrastructure.
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NSW, Australia
Provides free legal advice to people who live, work or study in the Randwick or Botany Local Government areas. Also provides a state wide service on Discrimination Law. Community legal education program on discrimination, domestic violence and general rights. Free confidential and legal advice on discrimination issues, money problems, social security payments, unfair dismissal, other employment matters, victim compensation, trouble with the police, harrassment or threats, car accidents, tenancy problems and other legal questions. Also operates as a teaching centre for law students. Suitable for people who are unable to afford a solicitor. Appointments Tue, Thur 6 - 8 pm.
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NSW, Australia
A Member of the Legislative Assembly works locally for the individuals, organisations and businesses in the area represented. The Member deals with many requests for help with matters such as housing, transport, local councils, environmental issues, youth and community services, the police, and water and sewerage rates. Matters outside the power of State Government are referred to other agencies who may be able to help. During the day, in the evenings and at weekends Members hold and attend meetings and functions relating to the community, schools, business organisations, charities and social or sporting clubs. The principal suburbs of Sydney are the City of Sydney and parts of Woollahra. The electorate of "Bligh" will be renamed Sydney" from March 2007 election, and the boundaries will change - see www.clovermoore.com/bligh/.
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NSW, Australia
Minister for Ageing and Minister for Disability Services. Electorate covers the suburbs of Alexandria, Banksmeadow, Beaconsfield, Botany, Daceyville, Eastlakes, Eveleigh, Kensington, Mascot, Pagewood, Hillsdale, Rosebery, St Peters, Sydenham, Tempe, Waterloo and Zetland.
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Sutherland Shire Carers & Consumers Forum
NSW, Australia
The Sutherland Shire Carers and Consumers Forum is an informal gathering of people with common interests and concerns who get together to share their experiences of using community services to live with a disability, the effects of ageing or caring for a family member or friend. The Forum currently meets four times a year on the last Tuesday of February, May, August and November. The Forum offers: Information about services; a regular newsletter; Advocacy; Input into service planning and funding; Lobbying; a friendly atmosphere. Respite can be provided to enable carers to attend
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Combined Pensioners and Superannuates - Long Jetty
NSW, Australia
Meets 2nd Friday of the month at 1 pm
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Works with HACC services in the Northern Sydney region to improve access to services for people from a culturally and linguistically diverse background. Provides free interpreting services for HACC service providers in the Northern Sydney region.
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Moree Carers of Disabled Children
NSW, Australia
Advocacy and support for carers of children with a disability.
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NSW Domestic Violence Advocacy Service
NSW, Australia
Provides a statewide free phone legal advice and referral service for women who are effected by Domestic Violence and service providers working with these women and their families. Provides consultation on legal matters for community workers, community legal education for service providers, Apprehended Violence Orders (AVO) applications, systemic advocacy and reform. The program is based upon the Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistance Program Training and Resource Unit, Outreach is available in rural areas.
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National Seniors Association - Hills Branch
NSW, Australia
Social outings. Lobby on matters relating to older persons.
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