The Emergency Relief Program is funded by the Federal and State governments to provide relief to those in financial crisis. Resources available from Emergency Relief:
EAPA ( Energy Accounts Payment Assistance) vouchers for gas and electricity bills.
WAPA (Water Authority Payment Assistance) vouchers for water bills.
TBAP (Telstra Billing Assistance Program) vouchers for Telstra telephone bills.
Clothing vouchers from Inspire Fashion.
Direct Debit of Centrelink payments through Centrepay.
As well as moral support for any situation and other referring community organisations. Clients are assessed on their income and current circumstances.
During the Christmas season hampers are prepared in order to minimise the struggles that Christmas time usually brings. If you would like to donate or help contact Practical Welfare Manager Lorraine Hynes for further information.
If you need assistance or know of someone else who needs emergency relief contact our office for an appointment.