Telecross - Newcastle, Lake Macquarie

About Telecross - Newcastle, Lake Macquarie

Telecross is a free service provided by the Aust. Red Cross. Every morning clients receive a short friendly phone call between 8am and 9am . The service is a security blanket - if there is no answer a second call is made. If there is no response or if the client seeks help an emergency response procedure is activated by Red Cross and emergency assistance is arranged if necessary. Telecross is available for those in our community who may need a helping hand. People who live alone, are disabled, ill , isolated, frail aged or medically at risk. Anyone who might benefit from a daily phone call to combat their isolation is welcome to apply. Red cross is committed to making sure everybody feels they are an important part of our society. Telecross can be provided on a temporary basis for example; if the carer is away. Service available 7 days per week. Servicing Port Stephens and the Lower Hunter as well.