With the changes happening with services for the ageing population, it’s no wonder that people are unsure where to get the help they need. Hopefully this list will assist.
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Advance Care Planning: Making your values, beliefs and preferences known for your future health and personal care. Contact the Office of Public Advocate on 1300 309 337 or Advance Care Planning on 1300 208 582.
Advocate: A person who can support or represent you in dealing with others.
Aged Care Assessment Service: Teams who conduct comprehensive assessments of older people who have complex aged care needs. Contact 1800 200 422.
Carer Allowance: A fortnightly payment for carers administered by the Department of Human Services which may be paid in addition to other payments.
Carer Support Groups & Programs: Contact your neighbourhood house, Wimmera Community Options on 5381 9336 or Centre for Participation on 5382 5607.
Financial Support for Aids & Equipment: Government-subsidised schemes. Phone 1300 650 172
Flexible Care: An alternative to traditional community and residential care.
HACC Program for Younger People: Offers a range of support services that can enable people to live independently at home and remain socially connected to their community. Contact your local Council or Wimmera Health Care Group on 5381 9111.
My Aged Care: Government funded aged care services. Contact My Aged Care 1800 200 422.
National Disability Insurance Scheme: Support for Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. Phone NDIS on 1800 800 110.
Personal Care: Support for everyday tasks. Contact My Aged Care 1800 200 422.
Regional Assessment Services: Responsible for conducting holistic face-to-face assessments of older people seeking entry-level support at home, provided under the Commonwealth Home Support program, as well as linking in to other services that are outside of the aged care system. Contact 1800 200 422.
