Sunassist Volunteer Helpers Inc. Towards independence

PO Box 1005, Mildura Vic 3502, 339 Deakin Ave, MILDURA. VIC. 3500.
 Tel: (03) 5023 1906  Fax: (03) 5021 2565
Email: ssunassi@bigpond.net.au (enquiries only)

Friendly Visiting

Service Email: ssunassi@bigpond.net.au (enquiries only, not for referral)

An appointment is required to access this service

Eligibility
Those in the community who live alone and are at risk.
Those in the community with no extended family or social network to offer assistance or support.
Those in the community whose carer requires support.

Indicative waiting time
We need to prioritise services to people who have a higher level of need, which at times may create a lower level of services for others.

Catchment(s) (Local Government Areas where this service is available)
Mildura (RC)

This is a FREE service.

Target Group (HACC)
People who are frail aged, people with disabilities or are the carer of a consumer.

Overview
Is a service for people who are living at risk and have become isolated in their own home; We try to match volunteers with people who may have similar interests or are aware of an individuals cultural sensitivities and needs.

Visits may just be a support in:

• Communication


• Craft, knitting etc


• Reading poetry, newspaper or mail


• Playing cards


• Short walks, sitting in the garden.

Volunteers monitor people’s health and report any changes that may occur to the Executive Officer who may then follow with a review of service needs.

Area Serviced
Services are within 55km radius of Mildura within the irrigation district and part of MRCC. ww.

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last updated: Monday, 19 October 2009

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