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AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY Information on the activities of the Red Cross and why one
should always consider assisting this worthwhile charity.
Australian health Directory
Information about nursing homes, hostels and independent living units nationwide and incorporates
a vacancy and culture-specific search facility. Has an "ASK THE DOCTOR" online service and information on many health issues related
to aged care.
Aged Care Australia
Information to help make informed decisions about aged care options.
AGED CARE GUIDE -- Informative topics of current interest to mature aged readers is available here. This website also covers carer employment opportunities and much more.
Sydney University of the Third Age
Find short courses online, as well as, courses being run at various centres, on varied and interesting subjects. you are never too
old to learn. no examinations or educational requirements.
Seniors Portal
This Department of Health and Ageing site is designed to assist you to understand the services,
programs and benefits that are currently available to older Australians.
Centrelink
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website can make it easier for you to explore your options and know what questions to ask Centrelink. Information about Centrelink’s payments and services.
CRS Australia
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Commonwealth government’s CRS Australia delivers vocational rehabilitation services to eligible people who have an injury, disability or health
condition. This service is free to people receiving income support payments from "Centrelink".
Government information Has Links to websites for each State and each local government area.
Australian Tax Office
Tax information for seniors and retirees. Search for any tax information you need.
legal Aid Commission of NSW Help and
Information for any legal question.
LINK C HORNSBY This is a Christian Church organization having a local affiliate in Hornsby which provides free transport to medical appointments (amongst other things) for those in need in
our local area. It provides no direct services but screens the needs received, facilitating the link between the person in need and an appropriate
volunteer from a participating church.
National Heart Foundation of Australia
National Industry Ass. for Disability Services
Public Toilet Map Help for when you "gotta go"
Department of Health and Ageing Information such as eligibility for aged care services, glossary of terms, aged care homes, cost of residential care. residential
care entry pack, respite care plus links to other aged care related websites.
The consumer section of the site contains information about aged care services, hearing services,
residential care, support for people with special needs, health products, medicines and healthcare systems.
Commonwealth Care link Centres
Information for older people, people with disabilities and carers.
Department of Veterans Affairs
NATIONAL AGED CARE ADVOCACY PROGRAMME. Information about the national network of advocacy services, and the ways that advocacy services can assist older people or also
their carers.
THE Human Rights & Equal Opportunity Commission Know and stand up for your rights
THE Public Trustee NSW ( NSW Trust and Guardian) Get assistance with planning your future affairs in order through its will making and power
of attorney services.
HEALTH-IN-SITE An Australian government initiative, this step provides a gateway to reliable health information.
HORNSBY MEN'S WOODWORKING SHED Join this group to make use of your woodcraft talents.
CARERS AUSTRALIA
WORKING Carers Support Gateway
People who Juggle paid work with caring for a relative or friend in need of help because they are ill, frail or have a disability
can get useful. Relevant information and support via this site.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
Diabetes Australia
VOLUNTEERING Australia
Council on the AGEING (cota) Discover the latest on issues affecting
you.
Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Ass
Find a computing club near you.
Uniting care ageing northern Sydney
region
Seniors information service Worthwhile information for Senior Citizens.
DEAF & BLIND ASSOCIATION (NSW)
EASY TRANSPORT A community based service organization providing transport for older members
of the community and the disabled. A small fee is charged by service providers but service is not denied for those unable to pay. Carers can travel
together with their passenger at no extra cost.
ASTHMA AUSTRALIA
is the recognised national community voice of Australians with asthma and linked conditions and their carers.
National Asthma Council Australia
A not-for-profit organization working to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people with asthma
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