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Service support

There are many low-cost services for people, and their carers, to maintain their independence, health and wellbeing.

Services include assistance with house work, shopping, meals, showering, home modification, transport and access to health, social and fitness activities.

To find out more about services, costs and eligibility, please contact:

• My Aged Care – information for people over 65 years: 1800 200 422
• Carer Gateway – information and support for carers: 1800 422 773
• Eastern Sydney Dementia Advisory Service: 8382 1450 or 0416 144 10

For people under 65 years.

• National Disability Insurance Scheme – people with disability: 1800 800 110
• Abilitylinks – linking people with disability with the community: 6048 9570

Council provides the following services to assist people to maintain their independence, health and wellbeing.

• Waverley Community and Seniors Centre – Social, fitness and wellbeing programs for over 55s
• Waverley Housing for Older People (WHOP) - low cost housing for eligible people
• Home Library Service – Book delivery for housebound residents link to existing page
• Carers Parking Permit – Discount permit to support members of our community who rely on a paid or unpaid carer for support

Council also provides information on local services and access planning matters. To find out more contact:

Community Development Officer - Access and Inclusion
Phone: 9083 8919

If you have a hearing or speech impairment, you can contact us through the National Relay Service.

If you require an interpreter, please contact the Translating and Interpreter Service (TIS) on telephone 131450.