Welfare Assistance & Services in Burdekin
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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Second Hand Shops
Ayr Family Store
The Trustee For The Salvation Army (Qld) Social WorkOur Salvos Stores and op shops specialise in the sale of pre-loved items generously donated by the Australian public. Ranging from our family stores and thrift shops to our well known Salvos Stores, all our stores sell quality used goods, including furniture, clothing and shoes, homewares and books.
Ayr
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General Welfare & Support Services
Burdekin Funerals
Our Funeral Directors have over 20 years of combined experience in all aspects of funerals and burials. Together, we will ease some of the stress and pain of arranging your beloved’s farewell.
Ayr
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Welfare Assistance & Support Services
General Welfare & Support Services
GIVIT - Ayr
GIVITDuring times of disaster and emergency, GIVIT works with government agencies, local councils and not-for-profit organisations to identify the immediate and long-term needs of the affected community. We then match offers from individuals and businesses to ensure those who need assistance get exactly what they need, where and when they need it most.
Ayr
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General Welfare & Support Services
Journey Coordinator Program
Burdekin Centre for Rural HealthThe Journey Coordinator Program connects adults and children to vital services and supports including timely and appropriate mental health services. In the future we expect the program to deliver free group mental health education sessions for people needing low intensity mental health support services. The Journey Coordinator is available Monday to Thursday and Saturday 9:00am - 4:30pm.
Ayr
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General Welfare & Support Services
K & S Wright Funerals
K & S WRIGHT PTY LTDFuneral service Home Hill
Home Hill
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Second Hand Shops
Lifeline Shop - Ayr
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.
Ayr
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Meals on Wheels
ST ANDREWS LOWER BURDEKIN MEALS ON WHEELS
SAINT ANDREWS MEALS ON WHEELS LOWER BURDEKIN COMMITTEETo support the frail, aged and younger people in the community who are unable to cook or prepare meals for themselves. Cooked fresh Monday to Friday. Frozen meals can also be provided. We Deliver Monday to Friday between 10.30am – 12.30pm. No referrals necessary. Disability access & toilet available. Delivery of social services including pastoral care to the community.
Ayr
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Drug & Alcohol Services
General Welfare & Support Services
Carer Information
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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Welfare Assistance & Support Services
Centrelink Access Point - Giru
Services AustraliaAccess Points provide free self-help facilities where customers can conduct their government-related business including information products and forms, access to a telephone to call the department, Medicare claiming facilities and a fax/photocopier. Access Point staff can also sight and photocopy Proof of Identity documents for Centrelink.
GIRU
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Welfare Assistance & Support Services
Centrelink Access Point - Home Hill
Services AustraliaAccess Points provide free self-help facilities where customers can conduct their government-related business including information products and forms, access to a telephone to call the department, Medicare claiming facilities and a fax/photocopier. Access Point staff can also sight and photocopy Proof of Identity documents for Centrelink.
Home Hill
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Welfare Assistance & Support Services
Centrelink Customer Service Centre - Ayr
Services AustraliaCustomer Service Centres See a Customer Service Adviser to help you with advice and assistance on the payments and services most suited to your needs.
Ayr
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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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Crisis & Emergency Accommodation
Youth Accommodation Services
General Welfare & Support Services
General Youth Services
Youth Crisis & Emergency Services
Specialist Homelessness Services
Sharehouse Youth Programs Inc.
Sharehouse Youth ProgramsSharehouse Youth Programs Inc is a Townsville based not-for-profit organisation that aims to help young people in Townsville navigate the road to independence. By providing various accommodation options, programs, case management, support, and advocacy we aim to reduce the number of at-risk young people in the region.
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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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General Welfare & Support Services
Townsville Medicare Mental Health Centre (formerly Townsville Head to Health)
Neami NationalA welcoming place for over people aged 16 and over, who may be experiencing distress or mental ill health, and their families, carers or support persons to access mental health information, services and supports from qualified professionals over extended hours, at no cost.
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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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Community Media
Community Information & Referral Services
The Support Centre - Main Office
Burdekin Community AssociationThe Burdekin Community Directory is a comprehensive guide to all the services for the aged and people with a disability.
Ayr