Welfare Assistance & Services in Somerset
What Is This?
Welfare Assistance and Services provide support and resources to individuals and families facing hardship. These services aim to improve the well-being and stability of vulnerable populations through various forms of assistance such as food aid, housing support, financial counselling, and emergency relief.
How Is It Funded?
These services are primarily funded by government grants and allocations, non-profit organisations, and community fundraising efforts. Some programs also receive support from corporate partnerships and international aid agencies. How much does it cost? Most support is free to access.
How To Access?
Individuals can access Welfare Assistance and Services through local community centres, social service agencies, online platforms, and referral from government departments. Referrals from other organisations, such as healthcare providers or educational institutions, are also common pathways to access these services.
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Meals on Wheels
Kilcoy Meals on Wheels
KILCOY MEALS ON WHEELS INCmeals are delivered 5 days a week Frozen meals on application
Kilcoy
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Second Hand Shops
Lifeline Shop - Esk
UnitingCareThis outlet is part of a network of more than 200 Lifeline retail outlets around the country, that sell a variety of quality used goods.
Esk
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Drug & Alcohol Services
General Welfare & Support Services
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Breakthrough for Families Qld
Drug ARMBreakthrough for Families Qld is an information, referral and support program for family members, significant others and loved ones of people who are experiencing alcohol or other drug issues. Book an appointment by calling the Central Intake Service on (07) 3620 8880.
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Disability Accommodation Services
Ageing Information & Counselling
Ageing Respite & Activity Centres
Disability Information & Counselling
Disability Respite and Activity Centres
General Disability Services
Community Health & Medical
Home Care & Safety Services
General Aboriginal Services
Community Transport
General Transport Services
General Welfare & Support Services
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Allied Health
Adult Health Services
Multi-cultural & Refugee Health
Palliative Care
Chaperon Service Providers
Chaperon Healthcare is a registered provider of the NDIS. We have a pool of experienced registered nurses AVAILABLE 24/7. We love what we do and we provide support and care to people of all backgrounds. Our mission is to improve the health of our communities by providing a high level of disability support and quality home care. HENCE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS EXCEPTIONAL AND PERSON CENTRED.
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Disability Accommodation Services
Welfare Assistance & Support Services
General Disability Services
Community Transport
General Welfare & Support Services
Continuous Care Pty Ltd
Provides the following services: Assist-Travel/Transport, Community Nursing Care, Home Modification, Household Tasks, Interpret/Translate, Therapeutic Supports, Vehicle Modifications community perceptions assistance with daily life activities
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General Welfare & Support Services
Lighthouse Care Loganholme
Lighthouse CareLighthouse Care is a non profit, providing food relief to over 70,000 families in need. Through our discount grocery stores, families can get a trolley of food for $25 and save up to 70% rrp on groceries. We also provide emergency food relief to thousands of families every year.
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Mental Health Services
Sexual Support Services & Counselling
General Support Services & Counselling
Loss & Grief Support Services & Counselling
General Welfare & Support Services
Youth Information & Counselling
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQIA+)
My Connections My Way
Lifeline Darling Downs And South West QLDThe program provides individual and group-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to people aged from 12 years old with mild to moderate mental health issues such as grief, loss, depression and anxiety. It aims to improve well-being, strengthen relationships and increase participation in community.
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General Welfare & Support Services
National Perinatal Support Program
The Babes Project AustraliaThe Babes Project works with women who are seeking additional support during pregnancy. We run a National support service providing our Perinatal Support Program via phone and video calls for pregnant and early parenting women across Australia, who cannot access one of the Centres.
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General Education Programs
General Self Help Services
General Welfare & Support Services
Saver Plus
Saver Plus is a 10-month matched savings program that helps people to build their financial skills, establish a savings goal and develop long term saving habits. When finished, participants receive up to $500 in matched savings which can be used for education costs such as computers and tablets, text books and uniforms.
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General Welfare & Support Services
Seeds Of Hope Community Services Ltd
Seeds Of Hope Community ServicesWe provide fee and interest free loans up to $1000 to people on Centrelink to escape pawn brokers, pay day lenders, rent/buy contracts. We also assist with car registration. This project is called Financial Choices and is funded via philanthropic grants. We operate statewide with over the phone support.
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General Cultural Groups
Migrant Services
General Employment & Training Services
Mental Health Services
General Welfare & Support Services
Community Information & Referral Services
Multi-cultural & Refugee Health
Settlement Engagement Transition Support Service
AccorasSettlement Engagement and Transition Service is a free outreach service working with individuals and families who have moved to Australia in the last 5 years. Our aim is to help them settle in their new community. We do this by providing advice and assistance with finding housing, education, employment, and community engagement opportunities. This is a free outreach service to eligible families.
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General Welfare & Support Services
St John Qld Telephone Services
St John QldOur Community Calls service (previously known as Silver Cord) is a Queensland wide telephone reassurance service aimed at improving social connections. If you or a loved one are feeling lonely or isolated, or would just appreciate an extra check-in or chat during the week, our telephone services can help.
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Ageing Accommodation
Seniors Clubs & Social Groups
Community Service Clubs
Home Care & Safety Services
Community Transport
General Welfare & Support Services
General Ageing Services
Community Information & Referral Services
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Suncare Community Services - Gympie
Suncare Community ServicesSuncare prides itself on working compassionately and genuinely listening to the needs of individuals, carers and family members. Our aim is to identify their own strengths, goals and aspirations, and to address their needs in timely and creative ways.
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Ageing Information & Counselling
Ageing Respite & Activity Centres
Community Service Clubs
General Disability Services
Home Care & Safety Services
Community Transport
General Welfare & Support Services
General Ageing Services
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Suncare Community Services - North Lakes
Suncare Community ServicesSuncare prides itself on working compassionately and genuinely listening to the needs of individuals, carers and family members. Our aim is to identify their own strengths, goals and aspirations, and to address their needs in timely and creative ways.
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General Advocacy Services
Local Advocacy Services
General Legal Assistance & Information
General Welfare & Support Services
Women's Legal Service - Annerley
Women's Legal ServiceFree legal help for women in Queensland with domestic violence, complex family law and sexual assault notes counselling privilege matters.
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Disability Accommodation Services
Local Advocacy Services
Child Protection Services
Play Groups & Childcare
Community Media
General Communication & Information
Community & Neighbourhood Centres
Community Service Clubs
General Community Clubs
Welfare Assistance & Support Services
General Cultural Groups
Migrant Services
Disability Information & Counselling
Disability Respite and Activity Centres
General Disability Services
Special Education Programs
Disability Employment & Training Services
Children & Youth Clubs
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Community Care Links Services
We provide Support Coordination services, Mentoring and Great Group programs for participants on the NDIS. Visit the website or contact us for more information.