Delia (inspired by the Delias Aganippe butterfly) is looking to take charge of her future. She draws on her resourcefulness and community connections for guidance.
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Financial Well-Being
Have an issue that requires legal help?
Justice Connect's support services Justice Connect is a not-for-profit group dedicated to helping people connect with pro-bono/free legal services if their situation is applicable. Browse the articles and forums to see if your question or issue has a simple answer. Alternatively click the "Apply for free legal help" button and then take the quiz to see if you are eligible. Make sure to check that your situation is not one Justice Connect is unable to help with (for example: family law, personal injury claims, or wills and probate matters).
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Keeping track of your Superannuation
The ATO's advice on superannuation As a part of their mission, the ATO tries to ensure that Australians don’t lose their superannuation. If you’re unsure about the state of your super then this might be helpful for you.Click through and have a skim to see if any of the information is relevant to your situation
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Want to know what concessions are available to you in Victoria?
Victoria Senior's Card The Victoria Government provides a number of concessions for essential and non-essential services for people 60 and over. Explore which concessions you may be eligible for.
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Struggling to manage debt and want advice?
The national debt helpline The National Debt Helpline is a not-for-profit organisation that helps people understand and tackle their debt problems. They provide free and confidential financial counselling. You can browse their website and use their chat to find the help you require, or you can call 1800 007 007 during business hours (9.30am to 4.30pm) Monday to Friday.
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Feeling worried about finances or debts?
Moneysmart's financial counselling The moneysmart website is run by the Australian government to help improve financial literacy across the nation. Financial counsellors are the experts in helping people who are experiencing financial concerns or debt, and there are ways to get free appointments depending on your region.The easiest way to connect to a financial counsellor is to call the national debt helpline (the number is 1800 007 007) and they’ll connect you to a local service. You can also read helpful articles about specific issues faced by many Australians
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Need help managing your finances?
Services Australia's advice on money management Services Australia is the government agency responsible for the delivery of advice and accessible support services and payments. As part of this they offer tips and information if you're struggling, and financial aid if you're applicable. You may be interested in a number of resources available on this page depending on your circumstances. The "Budget" link contains a simple online budget summary tool to help you understand how much you're spending. "Plan for retirement" may be useful if you have not yet retired but are thinking about it.
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Need a quick lookup for your state's Public Trustee?
A Guide to Public Trustees Public Trustees are Statutory Authorities that help to make decisions that aid the rights and interests of state citizens. They often offer free will-making services, act as legal will executors, and can help in managing trust funds and deceased estates.Find your relevant trustee in the list and explore whether they can help in your situation. Click on their link to get in contact.
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Do you need to get in touch with your Public Trustee?
Victoria Public Trustee Public Trustees are Statutory Authorities that help to make decisions that aid the rights and interests of state citizens. They often offer free will-making services, act as legal will executors, and can help in managing trust funds and deceased estates. Read through their helpful articles to find out how your local Trustee can help you. The site will help put you in contact in order to access the services you need.
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Community Well-Being
Ask Izzy
Ask Izzy Ask Izzy is a site that aims to connect people in need of counselling, meals, money aid, and more to the services they require in a safe way. The site is free and anonymous, and contains links to over 370,000 different services.
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Having trouble finding appropriate housing?
The handy guide for older women The Handy Guide for Older Women has been put together by the Lady Musgrave Trust as a way to empower women with useful information to help them through personal financial and housing crises. Clicking on one of the main four categories available on the home page ("I am in crisis," "I need help with housing," "I need legal or finance help," "I need help with planning") will direct you to a page containing several helpful tools and articles relevant to the selected category. Or you can download the full Handy Guide pdf by selecting "more" and "download a copy" from the top navigation.
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Looking for something to do in your local community?
Victoria events calendar There are a multitude of events all across the state that are open to the public. Local government areas routinely publish these events to gather interest and invite audiences and participants, in order to grow and strengthen their communities. Read about what's on nearby - if something interests you, feel free to click it and find out more.
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Work Well-Being
Ready to plan for retirement?
Services Australia's retirement advice This is a government website to help you plan your retirement—and connect with the right people if you’re needing to take action.Have a read through, and you may end up linking through to one of their financial advisors.
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Are you in the search for a new job?
A "what's next" guide to finding a new career This is a government website intended to help you get back on your feet after losing your previous employment through resignation, redundancy, or any other reason.You may want to explore the site at your own pace. The "Where do I stand?" section provides financial and emotional support resources while the "Get your next job" section contains practical guides for finding new employment.
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Physical Well-Being
Want to learn a new subject?
Khan Academy Khan Academy is a non-profit organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality education to anyone, anywhere, for freeHave a look through the different courses to see what interests you - there's anything from high school mathematics to macroeconomics to art history to computer programming. When you're ready, sign up for free to keep track of your learning and courses at khanacademy.org/signup
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Are you having trouble dealing with stress?
Lifeline stress factsheet Lifeline offers 24/7 support and resources for a myriad of mental health and wellbeing issues. Read through their page on coping with stress and life pressures. They have free toolkits available that are fairly comprehensive and provide healthier coping mechanisms.
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Need short-term help with jobs around the house?
The Australian Government support for short-term care The Australian Government provides short-term care for eligible people aged over 65 (or 50 for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders) through their My Aged Care program. The short-term restorative care for help with everyday tasks may help you overcome a difficult period or delay the need for long-term help by putting plans in place. Read through this page which describes the types of short-term care available to help you decide which may be of most use. Close to the bottom you can click to apply for an online assessment, which will take you through a few questions that will determine your situation and what you need help with, and help to put you in contact with a face-to-face assessor should you be eligible for the services.
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Need help with household chores?
My Aged Care government initiative My Aged Care is the gateway for access to the government-funded aged care services. The site provides information on different types of aged care services, an eligibility assessment, and a referral platform to find service providers you may need.Watch the introduction video, and follow the site's step-by-step guide available on the home page to see what services you may be eligible for.
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Need help finding health services?
Healthdirect search engine The Healthdirect service finder helps you get in contact with nearby services that fit your needs. You can select the type of health service you're seeking using their simple checkbox and refine the search through preferences (such as bulkbilling or telehealth) and location. Alternatively you can search for specific practices by name and location.
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Need information and advice about the current Covid-19 situation in Victoria?
Victoria Covid-19 Information The VIC state government keeps an up-to-date site dedicated to tracking Covid cases, vaccinations, and press conferences. To find information on vaccination locations, travel restrictions, and Covid-safe plans, click on the relevant links.
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Want to volunteer some of your time?
Volunteer Australia online portal Volunteering Australia is an organisation dedicated to helping connect volunteers to people, places, and events that need them. Get connected in your community by volunteering for the things that interest you, and make a lot of new friends along the way. You can search for volunteering opportunities through their simple form at the bottom of their page, refining by duration, accessibility, and location.
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Explore Volunteer Australia online portalLooking to meet new people?
The Meetup social platform Meetup is a site that aims to connect people and build local communities. The platform advertises events and groups meeting in your area with different interests or opportunities. You may find yourself learning something new at a crafts Meetup, or challenging yourself physically with a hike Meetup!Create a free account to save your details, or peruse the offerings in your local area by typing in your location in the provided filter bar. Once you find a Meetup that interests you, you can request to join using your free account.
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Find groups through MeetupMental Health Support
Lifeline official support site Lifeline offers 24/7 crisis support to anyone experiencing emotional distress. They also offer support and guidance for those coping with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, and other difficulties one may face. Explore their site to find the help you may need, or feel free to call their 24/7 crisis support at 13 11 14.
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Visit lifeline todayLooking for free events and activities around your area?
AskIzzy Events and Activities Ask Izzy is an aggregator site that uses your location to find relevant services and free events around you.Enter your location into the field and explore the activities and events in your area!
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