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Service support

There are many low cost services for older people, and their carers, to maintain their independence, health and wellbeing. Services include assistance with housework, shopping, meals, showering, home modification, transport, access to health services, social connections and fitness activities.

To find out more, please contact:

• My Aged Care (services and information for people over 65 years): 1800 200 422
• Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500
• Eastern Sydney Dementia Advisory Service 0416 144 100
• Seniors Rights Service 1800 424 079
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (people with disability under 65 years): 1800 800 110
• Local Area Coordination (information, planning and community connections for people with disability under 65 years): 1800 242 696
• Carer Gateway (information and support for carers): 1800 422 773
• Ageing and Disability Abuse Helpline 1800 628 221
• The Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement (free grief, loss and bereavement support service): 1800 22 22 00
• The Cottage is a social group for people with a diagnosis of dementia and who live in Eastern Sydney. This is an 'entry level' service for people living at home, who are still relatively independent and able to participate in activities and join in conversation with others thus getting the most out of the social interaction. Enquiries: 0423 082 650

Council provides the following services to assist people with maintaining 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: For residents who live in Waverley who have difficulty coming to the library or can’t carry books home due to age, illness or disability.
• Carers Parking Permit: Discount permit for paid or unpaid carers.

Council also provides information on local services and access planning matters. To find out more contact the Community Development Officer - Access and Inclusion by phoning 9083 8928.

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

If you require an interpreter, please contact the Translating and Interpreter Service (TIS) by calling 13 14 50.